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Farmers protest in Galway as part of a campaign to secure the resignation of Bord Bia's chairman

IFA protest in Galway seeks resignation of Bord Bia chair

Galway-based members of the Irish Farmers' Association have staged a protest as part of the organisation's campaign to secure the resignation of the Bord Bia chairman.

Connacht • 1 hr

IFA members occupy Bord Bia office in Dublin

Around 30 members of the IFA are continuing a sit-down protest inside the offices of Bord Bia in Dublin this evening, in an escalation of their protest calling for the removal of the agency's chair, Larry Murrin.

Business • 03 Feb

Travel expert Eoghan Corry talks about changes to the US visa waiver system with Fran McNulty and Aengus Cox on Behind the Story

Behind the Story: Farmers v Bord Bia and US visa rules

Members of the Irish Farmers' Association have vowed to remain outside Bord Bia's offices in Dublin until Larry Murrin is removed as chair.

Behind the Story • 30 Jan

Bord Bia Chair to appear before Oireachtas committee

Bord Bia Chair Larry Murrin is to appear before an Oireachtas committee next week to discuss his company Dawn Farms' use of Brazilian beef in some of its products.

Politics • 30 Jan

An IFA protest outside the Bord Bia offices in Dublin

Govt will not remove Murrin as Chair of Bord Bia - Harris

The Tánaiste has stated that the Government will not remove Larry Murrin as the Chair of Bord Bia.

Politics • 29 Jan

The words Bord Bia Irish Food Board on a building

Murrin to be asked to appear before Oireachtas Committee

Bord Bia chairman Larry Murrin is expected to be asked to appear before the Oireachtas Committee on Agriculture to discuss his company Dawn Farms' use of Brazilian beef in some of its products.

Business • 28 Jan

A group of farmers hold placards outside Bord Bia offices

IFA members protest outside Bord Bia over Murrin decision

Around 20 members of the Irish Farmers' Association (IFA) are protesting outside the offices of Bord Bia in Dublin against a decision not to remove Bord Bia Chairman Larry Murrin from his role and said they will remain in place "as long as it takes".

Business • 26 Jan

A rainy exterior shot of Bord Bia office

Bord Bia backs chair Larry Murrin amid resignation calls

Minister for Agriculture and Food, Martin Heydon has said Larry Murrin will continue to serve as chairman of Bord Bia and that he has his "full confidence".

Business • 22 Jan

Chinese market to reopen for Irish beef imports

Beef exports to China from Ireland are to resume following a decision by Chinese authorities to reopen the market, after it was closed due to a case of BSE being discovered here in 2024.

Ireland • 12 Jan

Food and drink exports hit record €19 billion - Bord Bia

The value of Ireland's food, drink and horticulture exports increased by 12% in 2025 to reach a record €19 billion, according to Bord Bia's latest report.

Business • 07 Jan

Three men stand on a stage with awards for the World Steak Challenge

Dawn Meats and Lidl wins World's Best Steak award

Ireland has won the World's Best Steak award at the World Steak Challenge in London.

Business • 11 Nov 25

Bord Bia Foodservice Manager Maureen Gahan with a chef and another man launch the Bord Bia Market insights report

Food service sector hits record €10 billion - Bord Bia

The value of the Irish hospitality and foodservice market has reached over €10 billion for the first time.

Business • 11 Nov 25

Louth apple growers bet big on domestic market

Bord Bia has launched a campaign to support Irish apple growers, in a bid to reduce the carbon footprint of imports - and improve food security.

Ireland • 24 Oct 25

Fiona O'Shaughnessy is Bord Bia's new Regional Manager for Asia, Africa and the Middle East

Bord Bia names Regional Manager for Asia, Africa and ME

Bord Bia has appointed Fiona O'Shaughnessy as its Regional Manager for Asia, Africa and the Middle East.

Business • 20 May 25

Irish food and drink exports hit record high - Bord Bia

Irish food, drink and horticulture exports were worth €17 billion last year, according to Bord Bia - a record high.

Business • 08 Jan 25

Deirdre Ryan, Director of Sustainability and Quality Assurance, Origin Green and Laura Harper, Trading Director Ireland and Northern Ireland, M&S

M&S Ireland receives 'Origin Green' certification

M&S Ireland has achieved Origin Green certification, which recognises the retailer's dedication to sustainable practices across its Irish supply chain.

Business • 26 Nov 24

Some outlets are engineering their menus to boost profit according to Bord Bia

Value of food services up 5.2% driven by rising costs

The value of the food bought outside the home across the island rose 5.2% over the last year, new data from Bord Bia shows.

Business • 13 Nov 24

This year marks Ireland's 24th appearance at the trade fair, which celebrates 60 years this year.

Irish exporters in Paris for world's largest food fair

Bord Bia and 15 Irish food exporters are in Paris for the world's largest food fair.

Business • 21 Oct 24

A new Bord Bia campaign has been launched in Bangkok and promotes dairy from Ireland in South East Asia

Bord Bia launches new dairy campaign in Thailand

Bord Bia has launched a dairy campaign in Thailand as part of the Government's first ever agri-food trade mission to the country.

Business • 08 Oct 24

17 Irish spirits companies are in Shanghai for the Spirit of Ireland launch with a view to connecting them to local distributors.

Bord Bia spirits campaign targets middle class in China

Bord Bia is targeting the younger middle class in China with its Spirit of Ireland drinks campaign, as part of the Irish government's trade mission to China.

Business • 04 Sep 24

ABP Food Group has agreed a deal with South Korean meat importer K Meat

ABP first Irish beef processor to export to South Korea

ABP Food Group has become the first Irish beef processor to launch in the South Korean market by securing an export agreement with meat importer K Meat.

Business • 04 Sep 24

From October 31, food and drink exporters in Ireland will be required to comply with additional trade requirements

Bord Bia to hold workshops on UK trade regulations

Bord Bia, the Irish food board is set to hold a number of workshops on upcoming UK customs and trade regulations.

Business • 20 Aug 24

Bord Bia hosts 54 international chefs Irish food tour

54 chefs from eight countries are on a three day visit to Ireland as part of a promotion campaign for Irish food and drink by food marketing body Bord Bia.

Business • 13 May 24

The Lidl Sustainable Beef Programme has been developed in partnership with its beef supplier Liffey Meats, Bord Bia and more than 20 beef farmers from across the country

Lidl's sustainability support programme for beef farmers

Lidl has become the first supermarket in Ireland to launch a new sustainability support programme for beef farmers with an initial investment of over €200,000 over the next four years.

Business • 13 May 24

Bord Bia's Netherlands manager Laura Crowley standing with members of the Chefs Irish Beef Club inaugurating new member Egon van Hoof in Mos Amsterdam

Bord Bia holding events worldwide for St Patrick's Day

Bord Bia will host events all over the world during St Patrick's Week with the aim of increasing the global footprint of Ireland's sustainable food and drink industry.

Business • 13 Mar 24