HC Deb 26 July 1985 vol 83 cc921-2W
Mr. James Nicholson

asked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what percentage of beef produced in Northern Ireland during 1984 was exported (a) to countries within the European Economic Community and (b) to countries outside the Community.

Dr. Boyson

The quantity of beef exported during 1984 was equivalent to 68 per cent. of the tonnage of beef slaughtered in 1984; 53 per cent. went to Great Britain. 31 per cent. to other European Community countries and 16 per cent. directly to third countries.