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Irish agri-food exports hit record €20.8bn in 2025

Dairy remained the largest Irish agri-food export category by value at €7.2 billion, exceeding €7 billion for the first time, accounting for 34% of all agri-food exports.

NEWS 9 November 2026

Irish agri-food exports hit record €20.8bn in 2025

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Weight-loss drugs open new opportunity for fresh produce - Bord Bia

Weight-loss drugs open new opportunity for fresh produce - Bord Bia

NEWS 7 November 2026

Show horticulture's 'sexy' side to attract growers, says Strong Roots founder

Show horticulture's 'sexy' side to attract growers, says Strong Roots founder

NEWS 4 November 2026

Humble Irish apple can pack a punch

Humble Irish apple can pack a punch

Humble Irish apple can pack a punch

RECIPES 23 September 2026

Just one in four consumers say buying Irish influences fresh produce choice

Just one in four consumers say buying Irish influences fresh produce choice

Just one in four consumers say buying Irish influences fresh produce choice

NEWS 14 September 2026

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Food security concerns as 83% of fruit and veg are imported in Ireland

Food security concerns as 83% of fruit and veg are imported in Ireland

Macra has raised concerns over the soaring amount of fruit and vegetables imported into Ireland alongside the dropping number of Irish growers.

NEWS 10 September 2026

Irish strawberries in demand but growers warn of labour and weather challenge

Irish strawberries in demand but growers warn of labour and weather challenge

Recent warm weather has resulted in strawberries ripening up quicker than usual, growers have said.

NEWS 12 August 2026

Buy Irish produce, and buy often

Buy Irish produce, and buy often

The Dealer wants people to buy Irish when it comes to all products, but potato and vegetable farmers are often struggling and don’t get the same publicity as others.

NEWS 22 July 2026

Farmers face ruin in south Lebanon

Farmers face ruin in south Lebanon

Irish people know of the difficulties the people of south Lebanon experience due to the Irish Army's longstanding peacekeeping role in the region. But what is it like to be a farmer there?

NEWS 10 June 2026

Cost inflation threatens future of fruit and vegetable production - Macra

Cost inflation threatens future of fruit and vegetable production - Macra

According to the latest Teagasc Horticulture Crop Input Prices report, input costs across the horticulture sector rose by 3.9% between January 2025 and January 2026.

NEWS 28 May 2026

Peach perfect... why not get them grilled?

Peach perfect... why not get them grilled?

Stone fruit season will soon be upon us, and this gorgeous dessert combines true summer flavours without the need to turn on the oven.

RECIPES 27 May 2026

Cost of producing fruit and vegetables in Ireland rises by almost 4%

Cost of producing fruit and vegetables in Ireland rises by almost 4%

The cost of producing horticultural crops in Ireland rose by 3.9% on average between January 2025 and January 2026, according to Teagasc’s Horticulture Crop Input Prices 2026 report.

NEWS 26 May 2026

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