As a result of the meeting, Bord Bia has committed to working with farmers on improving engagement and feedback. That partnership is being shattered.”“Farmers will not have confidence in Bord Bia while the chair’s company is importing Brazilian beef and chicken. Now it has also emerged his company is not even part of the Bord Bia food processing QA scheme, despite the Bord Bia website saying it was. Francie Gorman said IFA’s protest at the Bord Bia offices would continue. “IFA remains willing to engage with the minister, Bord Bia or other parties to try and resolve this dispute with a view to restoring confidence in Bord Bia,” he said.

Source: Irish Examiner February 17, 2026 15:00 UTC