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Pattern of spending more but getting less continues

Rising retail prices for beef mean that consumers may be spending more money but they are getting less beef.

NEWS 8 May 2026

Pattern of spending more but getting less continues

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Shoppers are spending more but getting less beef

Shoppers are spending more but getting less beef

UK shoppers have increased their spending on beef purchases but it isn't buying as much as it did before.

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High input and labour costs coupled with uncertain weather mean that the fruit and vegetable sector is the most vulnerable in Irish farming.

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Quality assurance has higher market value

Quality assurance has higher market value

Even when it isn't reflected in farm gate price, quality assured product usually has a higher selling value in the market place

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Food processing industry safeguards

Food processing industry safeguards

"Mercosur beef in Irish retail food stores" – Martin McGarry, Ballintogher, Co Sligo.

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Supermarket rep defends sale of Aussie beef

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Market Digest: stories from around the world

Market Digest: stories from around the world

Brief news snippets from China, New Zealand, United States and Germany.

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Beef quotes slip as factories play hard ball

Beef quotes slip as factories play hard ball

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New Zealand dairy tech open day to take place on Laois farm

Irish dairy farmers will have the opportunity to see the latest technologies from New Zealand at an on-farm open day at Camcloon Dairy, Ballyfin, Co Laois, on Tuesday 19 May 2026 from 10am.

New Zealand dairy tech open day to take place on Laois farm

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