The Irish Farmers Journal understands that the chief executive of Aurivo, Aaron Forde, has been on extended leave over recent weeks and remains on leave.

A spokesperson for Aurivo said: “Aaron Forde remains as CEO of Aurivo. He is currently on leave. As is the norm when the CEO is on leave, the business is led and managed by its executive team.”

Industry sources noted Forde’s absence at Aurivo board meetings, and at the last two Ornua board meetings.

The recent Ornua board meetings have been pivotal to the future structure of Ornua, which Forde chaired for six years up to last June.

Dale Farm

We reported previously that Aurivo’s chief financial officer Donal Tierney was leaving Aurivo to take up a position at Dale Farm. We now understand that Donal Tierney will remain at Aurivo.