Another four Irish producers to export meat to China
Three Irish beef plants and one pigmeat plant have received approval from the Chinese authorities for export to the Chinese market and have been listed by the Chinese Certification and Accreditation Agency (CNCA), which is part of the recently established Chinese Agency, the State Market Regulatory Administration.
“I am very pleased that the Chinese officials in CNCA have been able to complete this part of the registration process so quickly and efficiently, despite the wide range of countries seeking beef access to China and many demands on their time. It is a very significant sign of the respect for our food safety systems and of the high regard in which the entire Irish meat industry, from field and farmer through to fork is held,” Mr. Creed said in a statement.
The current announcement follows a recent trip made by the Irish Minister of Agriculture to China. The Irish authorities reported that the trade mission in May was a success. During this mission it was agreed these plants had met the required standard and could be registered shortly.
Total Irish agri-food trade exports to China reached €974 million last year. China has become Ireland's third largest market overall. Pork exports reached over €100 million in 2017. China is also a growing market for seafood and other food and drink exports.
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