South America

The document lined out supports for Irish farmers in case of market disturbances as well as that distinctive Irish food and drink products would be protected.

Ursula von der Leyen and her trade commissioner Maroš Šefcovic have flown to South America to conclude a trade summit over the controversial agreement.

The Mercosur deal, organised between the European Union and the South American common market, will see beef from Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay and Paraguay imported into the European market.

MEP Cynthia Ní Mhurchú said the regulations are well intentioned, but are ultimately flawed and need to be delayed until a process is in place that ensures farmers are not unduly affected.

Worst year on record for forest fires in South America as Brazil sets new beef production and export records.

Managing grass in Brazil follows the same principles as our lush pastures in Ireland but it has some added complexities, writes Michael Martin.

South American cattle production increased by more than the total annual kill in Ireland, with most of the increase in Brazil.

Brief news snippets from Brazil, New Zealand, South Africa and the United States.