Lidl bought €1bn of Irish food and drink in 2022 Lidl invested €1 billion in Irish agri-food businesses last year, according to a report by the retailer. Business • 18 Jan
How cookbooks continue to boom in the internet age The demise of cookbooks has long been predicted but, even in a digital age, sales of this very traditional product have held strong – and … Business • 13 Nov 22
Charity helps vegan Ukrainian soldiers stick to ideals The Every Animal NGO has been helping vegan soldiers defending Ukraine against Russia's invasion by delivering fresh food to the frontline. Ukraine • 19 Jun 22
Romania ramps up its effort to export Ukrainian crops Russia's blockade of Ukraine's seaports has forced the country's exporters to look for alternatives to move their cargo, transforming the city of Constanta in Romania … Ukraine • 05 May 22
Value of seafood industry grew by 15% in 2021 Ireland's seafood economy grew by 15% last year to a value of €1.26 billion, according to Bord Iascaigh Mhara. Business • 08 Apr 22
Green meals: The apps aiming to cut food waste Ireland dumps an estimated 1.1 million tonnes of food each year; a financial and environmental problem that food firms and consumers are turning to technology … Business • 30 Jan 22
Strong Roots secures $55m investment from McCain Irish frozen foods brand Strong Roots has agreed to a $55m investment from McCain Foods as part of a strategic partnership between the two firms. Business • 08 Dec 21
Don't have a cow: The rise of plant-based 'meats' Concerns about the environment and our own health has boosted the ranks of those seeing a meat-free life, with numerous Irish companies trying to take … Business • 07 Nov 21
'Father of tiramisu' dies in Italy aged 93 Ado Campeol, dubbed "the father" of the world-famous tiramisu dessert, died over the weekend, the governor of the Veneto region has announced. He was 93. World • 01 Nov 21
Camile set to hit 1,100 employees as revenues rise 23% Numbers employed at the Brody Sweeney-led Camile Thai restaurant group are set to top 1,100 by the end of this year. Business • 05 Oct 21
Dole Plc cuts price target for US flotation Irish-headquartered Dole Plc has slashed the marketed price range for its initial public offering in the United States, a move that reduced the fruit and … Business • 28 Jul 21
Aryzta sells North American business for $850m Irish-Swiss food group Aryzta is to sell its North American operation to a company connected to private equity firm Lindsay Goldberg for $850m. Business • 12 Mar 21
Call for all pubs to be allowed reopen in December The chief executive of the Vintners Federation of Ireland has said that all pubs should be allowed re-open in December because the guidelines are the … Business • 25 Nov 20
Covid-19 hits Applegreen's H1 profits and revenues Fuel forecourt Applegreen has reported lower revenues and profits for the six months to the end of June as a result of the enforced Covid-19 … Business • 18 Sep 20
Strong Roots to be stocked in 2,000 Walmart stores Irish food firm Strong Roots has struck a deal to stock 2,000 Walmart stores across the US. Business • 17 Sep 20
Sour-dough: The boardroom battle at bread-maker Aryzta Having once enjoyed multi-billion-euro revenues, Aryzta has spent the last four years trying to free itself from a series of past management mis-steps. It now … Business • 05 Sep 20
Rice product recalled as it may contain glass Batches of Uncle Ben's 250g Brown Basmati ready to heat microwavable rice are being recalled as there are concerns they may contain pieces of glass. Ireland • 27 Jul 20
M&S strengthens liquidity to cope with Covid-19 impact Retailer Marks & Spencer said it had taken steps to secure more liquidity to help it cope with the downturn caused by the coronavirus pandemic, … Business • 28 Apr 20
McDonald's closure to have big impact on beef sector The decision by fast food outlet McDonald's to close all its Irish restaurants will have a massive impact on an already struggling beef sector. Coronavirus • 23 Mar 20
Steady increase in demand for meat and dairy products Food producers are putting measures in place to ensure continuity of production. Coronavirus • 16 Mar 20
Hearing to decide if veganism is 'philosophical belief' A landmark legal hearing has begun in the UK, with a panel to decide if veganism is a "philosophical or religious belief" and thus protected … World • 02 Jan 20
Sacla recalls various pesto products Sacla is recalling its pesto sauces because they may contain peanuts, which is not mentioned on the label. Ireland • 22 Dec 19
Irish trade, food attractions in Japan focused campaign A new, Japan-focused promotional campaign for Ireland has been launched to coincide with the Rugby World Cup. Business • 19 Sep 19
Strong Roots raises $18.3m for expansion Irish-based food brand Strong Roots has raised $18.3m to help fund its global expansion. Business • 10 Sep 19
NI retailers challenge Gove on food shortage claim The organisation representing retailers in Northern Ireland has hit back at claims by the British Cabinet minister charged with no-deal preparations that there would be … Business • 02 Sep 19
