When it comes to Brexit, there is huge concern in Ireland surrounding the impact it will have on the country, particularly the agri-food sector. The UK is Ireland’s largest export market and so it is clear why people in this sector are extremely concerned about the future. Areas of uncertainty One of the main areas […]
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In 2018, the foodservice industry has grown along with the Irish economy. Executives in this industry have noted that the overall health of the food industry is the result of significant growth in employment and in turn income, and also healthy tourism figures. This can be seen particularly in Large cities such as Cork and
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The lives of consumers are becoming more and more complex as a result of factors such as challenging work hours and faster passed lifestyles. Because of this, consumers are continuously looking for convenient solutions which will help them to make their hectic lives more simple. When it comes to FMCG, convenience is about more than
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Expenditure in Irish households has seen it’s quickest growth in 2 years as a result of the June heatwave. Visa’s Irish Consumer Spending Index found that in June, consumer spending increased by 5.5% year on year. Spending in June was also almost 4% higher than spending in May. This has been the fastest increase in
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The food industry continues to grow, and so there are many opportunities within the industry. Where does it stand however, on gender equality? A paper by McKinsey examined closely the employee experiences as well as the policies the food industry has put in place to promote diversity.
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“Brands across all sectors are finding the Irish retail landscape more challenging. Traditional retailers have responded to a more competitive marketplace by expanding and improving their own-label lines – and brands and manufacturers are feeling the impact” – David Berry, Director of Kantar Worldpanel Ireland
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