Officials are investigating after the remains of hundreds of calves were found dead in south-east Limerick.
A spokesperson said: “The Department of Agriculture, Food & the Marine can confirm that an alleged incident in Limerick has been reported; the matter is subject to an ongoing investigation and no further comment will be made at this time.”
A similar investigation was launched last April after 270 calves were found dead on a Galway farm, most of which were thought to be dairy breeds.
Ethical Farming Ireland says “calf mortality is a real concern” for the charity.
“The number going to slaughter has increased this year to 27,000, despite calf export increasing.”
