The Irish food association has warned that there is still a “disturbingly high level” of imports dominating food produce and consumer dependence on imports, and is encouraging retailers to support local food producers.
The group’s recently released results of its latest research project, show that 75% of its members have reported an increase in trading value when comparing 2018 to 2017 figures, despite the uncertainty of the Brexit outcome.
For 2019, 70% are ‘cautiously optimistic’ regarding trading prospects. With regards to Brexit, some 73% of Love Irish Food member brands have reported either ‘some’ or ‘good’ progress in their planning.