just the answer - Ireland's food exports

Ireland's food industry, a sector central to the health of the former Celtic tiger, suffered from a slump in exports last year as the weak pound hit shipments to the UK, a key market. In the first just the answer interview of 2010, Michelle Russell spoke to Aidan Cotter, chief executive of Ireland's food export agency, Bord Bia, about the prospects for recovery this year and why he is targeting Asia for growth.

just the answer - Bord Bia chief executive Aidan Cotter

25 January 2010

IRELAND: Irish food exports expected to recover

14 January 2010

Ireland’s food exports are expected to recover in 2010 after falling 12% last year due difficulties in the global dairy market and a weak pound versus the euro.

IRELAND: Glanbia experiences “difficult” 2009

6 January 2010

Glanbia said it remains cautious about the year ahead after experiencing a “difficult” 2009, but is optimistic the group can return to earnings growth in 2010.

The just-food interview - Patrick Coveney, Greencore

26 November 2009

Greencore is a private-label giant with a business that spans from sandwiches to sauces and from pickles to puddings. However, with operations centred on convenience, the last year has been a tricky one for the Ireland-based group and its chief executive Patrick Coveney. In this month's just-food interview, Dean Best spoke with Coveney to find out how Greencore had navigated the downturn and what plans they have for the US - a fledgling but key market for the business.

1 January 1900