Sustainable beef and collaboration
The Leader restated support for farmers and argued that collaboration, not soundbites, would resolve the beef crisis. McDowell agreed in principle, and the Leader insisted he was not twisting anyone's words.
What I said was that people on this side of the House support a sustainable beef sector. We understand-----
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I am not saying that he should not-----
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-----the frustration of the farming community and we stand with them. As Senator Marshall stated, it is not by producing soundbites and trying to get attention-grabbing headlines that we will solve this matter. We will solve it with collaboration. That could include the Department, the farming organisations and MII. My position is clear. I stand with the farmers and I understand their frustration and annoyance.
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That is the point I am making and Senator McDowell will not try to colour my words in any way, shape or form.