Vol. 573 No. 4
218 Mr. Durkan asked the Minister for Agriculture and Food if he has satisfied himself that the margins available to turkey producers are adequate to ensure the future of the industry; if he plans to reduce overheads in the area; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25879/03]
Demand for Irish turkeys, although seasonal, is increasing steadily. While CSO statistics indicate that feed costs have increased in recent years, they also show that turkey prices to consumers have also risen proportionately. Given the increasing demand and limited competition from imported turkeys, the outlook for the Irish turkey sector is positive.
