Return of sugar beet processing in Ireland unlikely, says agriculture minister

A return of Ireland's sugar beet processing industry is unlikely, the agriculture minister has said.

Martin Heydon was speaking as the Government announced a scheme to establish up to four new flour mills across the country. That plan will see Government subvention for the establishment of processing facilities to address the cost and challenge of importing flour, which is seen as a strategic weakness in supply chains.

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