Importance of cattle productivity and national performance in a greener environment

摘要

In February 2017, the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Michael Creed addressed the delegates of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC). During his speech he made reference to "the very real challenge of ensuring food security for all and preventing dangerous climate change acknowledged in the Paris Agreement". Agriculture in Ireland contributes to 33 of our greenhouse gas emissions. We must find a way to increase our cattle productivity and national performance whilst respecting the commitment we have made through the Paris Agreement.