The Irish food sector
Having contributed to and benefited from Ireland’s sustained economic growth, the country’s food industry is suffering acutely as a result of the downturn. Ben Cooper examines why the food sector in Ireland has proved more exposed than in other countries and what the industry is calling for the Government to do to mitigate the problems.
Irish food industry reels from economic pressures
23 March 2009
Having contributed to and benefited from Ireland’s sustained economic growth, the country’s food industry is suffering acutely as a result of the downturn. Ben Cooper examines why the food sector in Ireland has proved more exposed than in other countries and what the industry is calling for the Government to do to mitigate the problems.
IRELAND: Glanbia profits rise, outlook cautious
4 March 2009
Irish food company Glanbia posted a 21% rise in fiscal 2008 earnings today (4 March) and forecast further profit growth despite a tough trading environment in the year ahead.
IRELAND: Kerry to cut 70 jobs
20 February 2009
Kerry Group, the Irish food maker, plans to make 70 job cuts at its Shillelagh plant in County Wicklow.
IRELAND: Greencore profits "in line"; warns on forex
12 February 2009
Ireland-based food group Greencore said this morning (12 February) that profits remain “in line” with its last fiscal year but warned that the weak pound would continue to weight on earnings and sales.
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