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Minister Faces Fallout Over Cow Cull | Cork News
Agriculture Minister Andrew Muir is under fire after 51 cows were shot in a court-ordered cull on a farm in County Tyrone, sparking outrage and accusations of animal welfare failure. The culling followed a man’s conviction for animal cruelty and a three-year inspection revealing horrific conditions — emaciated animals, contaminated feed, and piles of carcasses. Muir called the scenes “grotesque,” insisting no humane alternative existed as the animals were starving. Farmers protested outside Parliament, accusing officials of a “shoot to kill” approach, which Muir denies. He also revealed he…
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