Rural and Environment

In the news: Japanese market opens for British beef and lamb

January 10, 2019 by johnfitzgerald No Comments | Category Farming

You may have seen in the news today that Japan has signed an agreement to lift its ban on imports of British beef and lamb.

The ban, which has been in place since 1996, has been removed with immediate effect.

Rural Economy Secretary Fergus Ewing said:

“Japan opening its domestic market to Scottish beef and lamb is hugely welcome news and presents exciting opportunities for our fantastic scotch products, especially in terms of the potential for Scotland’s sheep industry.

“I am aware there are a number of Scottish plants already showing an interest in exporting to Japan, and I am delighted they are looking to take up this great opportunity for expanding into an exciting new marketplace.”

Tags: beef, DEFRA, exports, japan, lamb

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