In early September, in an unlikely turn of events, Chinese inspectors made headlines in Ireland. During a routine, but highly important visit for the long-term prospects of Irish beef exports, Chinese inspectors were denied admission to a meat plant in Athleague by Irish cattle farmers, protesting about the dire state of Ireland’s beef sector. I cannot help but notice the symbolism of this situation. In a world of shifting paradigms, the centre of gravity of beef consumption is shifting before our eyes. Ireland’s beef sector is a relic of colonialism. In the past, Ireland land was used to farm animals…

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