13 Dec 2025
UFU Issues Alert Over Brazilian Beef Recall
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The Ulster Farmers’ Union (UFU) has issued a strong warning to consumers following the recall of Brazilian beef in several EU countries, including Northern Ireland.
The recall was initiated after an investigation by the Irish Farmers Journal and the Irish Farmers’ Association uncovered the presence of banned hormones in beef consignments imported from Brazil.
The UFU has expressed serious concerns about the effectiveness of import controls and the potential risks to public health. UFU deputy president Glenn Cuddy described the situation as an “extremely serious public-health incident” and highlighted the disparity between the high production standards required of local farmers and the lower standards of some imported products.
The incident has damaged consumer confidence in the beef supply chain and raised questions about the adequacy of safeguards for food imports. The UFU is calling for a renewed focus on backing local producers and ensuring that all food sold in the UK and Ireland meets the same high standards of safety and traceability.
Source: This story was originally reported by Farming Life.
Published: 13 December 2025