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#604 Beef, Borders: Is Mercosur Bad for Ireland?
In this episode, Niall is joined by Ciarán Mullooly MEP and Jackie Flannery from the Irish Rural Association to discuss one of the most controversial trade proposals facing Ireland today: the EU-Mercosur trade agreement.
Ciarán explains why he believes Ireland should reject the deal, which supporters say will boost free trade and lead to cheaper imports, including beef. But critics warn the agreement could seriously undercut Irish farmers, weaken food and animal welfare standards, increase environmental damage, and put rural jobs at risk.
What would the EU-Mercosur deal really mean for your…
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