asked the Minister for Agriculture if he is aware that meat from foreign countries has been sold in Germany under the description "Irish Meat"; and, if so, what steps he has taken to prevent such an abuse and possible harm to Irish interests.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - German Sales of “Irish Meat”.
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Allegations to this effect have been looked into, but no evidence that any non-Irish beef was sold in Germany as Irish beef has so far come to the notice of my Department nor is there anything to show that Ireland's interests have been adversely affected. In the latter connection I should like to point out that only beef covered by an official veterinary certificate issued by my Department can be counted against the relevant quota in the current Trade Agreement with Germany.
Would the Minister state what is the relevant quota?
It is fixed in our agreement with Germany at £2 million worth for a period of 15 months.
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