This PGI status will apply to cattle that are naturally grazing in both Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, covering all 32 counties.
PGI status is a special designation that acknowledges the quality and origin of products. Several Northern Ireland-based foods, such as Comber potatoes and Lough Neagh eels, already have this recognition.
Additionally, products like Irish Whiskey, Irish Cream Liqueur, and Irish Poitin have a similar designation that spans across both sides of the border.
The move for this all-Ireland PGI status for Irish Grass-Fed Beef was welcomed by both the Republic and Northern Ireland. The Republic's agriculture minister, Charlie McConalogue, praised it as "tremendous news" and a significant endorsement of the quality and sustainability of their grass-fed beef.
He acknowledged the efforts of various stakeholders, including those in the UK and Northern Ireland, in making this an all-island application.
The PGI status is expected to be formally adopted and registered by mid-December. This designation is seen as a way to enhance recognition of the efforts and expertise of farmers and processors in producing high-quality grass-fed beef.
It is also viewed as an opportunity to market the product effectively to consumers who value quality and sustainability.