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Regulator seeks more power to tackle retailer stonewalling
Noel Bardon
The chair of the regulator has written to Minister McConalogue seeking an update to the agri-food supply chain transparency law.
11 September 2024 Dealer
CAP reform a dangerous experiment for farmers
The CAP wants farmers to lead society to a more conscious form of consumption, but food production has always been demand-led. It's unchartered territory, with obvious risks in a global marketplace.
3 September 2024 News
Agri-food regulator points consumers towards FSAI on food origin concerns
The regulator did not comment on whether it will play a role in cases where retailers suggest vegetables are of Irish origin in-store, when packaging states they are from overseas.
Foyle Food Group reaps the benefit of investment in further processing
After a dip in 2022, Foyle Food Group holdings 2023 accounts show a big increase in profits.
21 August 2024 News
Retailers ‘don’t want’ steaks from 420kg cattle
The market does not dictate steak sizes in shops, but women do, Paul Nolan of Dawn Meats has said.
14 August 2024 News
There isn't 'a spare egg in the system' as Lidl moves to import German eggs
Nigel Sweetnam, chair of the IFA poultry committee, and Garret Bannon, poultry farmer, look at why there is an egg shortage in Ireland and what needs to be done to ensure a stable future.
31 July 2024 News
Retailers not playing ball with regulator
A number of retailers have not provided data requested by the Agri-Food Regulator in relation to the egg supply chain.
24 July 2024 News
Regulator shows its teeth
The Agri-Food Regulator now knows what it must be like for farmers to deal with the retailers.
24 July 2024 Dealer
Burger buns recalled due to possible presence of metal pieces
Popular burger bun brands such as Brennans and Bundys, as well as some burger buns supplied to Dunnes Stores, Lidl, Supermacs and Burger King have also been recalled.
17 July 2024 News
Quality Assurance needs farmer buy-in
Quality Assurance is a core requirement to supply the highest value customers for Irish beef, but farmers need to see the value in euros to be persuaded to do more.
14 July 2024 News
Tayto crisps recalled by FSAI following presence of rubber pieces
Consumers are advised not to eat the implicated batches.
1 July 2024 News
Balmoral boosts summer positivity
Any business that can’t grow volume and value is immediately on the back foot.
22 May 2024 Viewpoints