May 5, 2025  |  Your latest trade news

Government loses almost a billion euros in taxes 'as black market tobacco sales explode'

News | Less than one-in-five illegal cigarettes were seized during 2024: RAS

Government loses almost a billion euros in taxes as black market tobacco sales explode, noted ...

Glanbia delivers 'resilient performance' during Q1

Brand Central | The revenue growth in PN International was driven by good volume growth across primary markets, including Asia Pacific, with Optimum Nutrition continuing to gain traction with consumers in key markets, supported by the continued development of in-market capabilities

Musgrave launch sustainability initiative

Brand Central | Musgrave target to have reached its respective emission targets validated by SBTi in 2025

AB Foods reports 10% profit fall

News | Group revenue is 'in line with prior year, with growth in retail and ingredients offset by a decline in sugar'

Offbeat Donuts partner with Circle K

Brand Central | Offbeat's new partnership with Circle K will see three brand new scratch bakeries, bringing the total workforce to 160 people

Wexford Food Producers Network announce 'supporting sponsorship'

News | The 2025 ‘Rockin Food & Fruit Festival’ is expecting over 50,000 visitors expected to descend into Enniscorthy this May Bank Holiday weekend

Fuel expands senior leadership

News | Entertainment agency expands expertise across brand experience, employee engagement, marketing and festivals

Favourit inspires young chefs

Brand Central | Winners of Favourit’s £2,000 bursary revealed at special event

Bereavement and grief in the workplace

Advisor | In the workplace, grief can lead to decreased productivity, difficulty concentrating, increased absenteeism, and strained relationships with colleagues, writes Caroline Reidy

Irish shoppers embrace private labels and discount stores

News | Almost half of Irish shoppers (47%) said they are heading to discount shops to make their budgets go further, and a similar number (45%) said they plan to hold out for sales or join loyalty programmes to secure better value

Growing demand

As awareness about the environmental and health benefits of organic products rises, more customers are seeking out organic produce over conventional alternatives

Graham Norton rolled up sleeves for grape harvest in New Zealand

During the event, the Mayor Nadine Taylor presented Graham with the first-of-its-kind 'Grape Ambassador' Award, recognising his long term advocacy for Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc and the brand’s global success

Brand out, not blend in

As brands navigate an increasingly competitive and fast-evolving market, the role of sales, and marketing companies has never been more crucial

I’m with the brand: Joe McCarthy, brand ambassador for Ballygowan

Ireland and rugby star, Joe McCarthy has officially joined the Ballygowan family as their newest brand ambassador. In an exclusive chat with Donna Ahern, McCarthy shared exciting insights into new partnership with the iconic bottled water brand

Oishii Sushi secures new listing with Aldi

Oishii’s Shellfish Supreme 155g and award-winning Spicy California Sushi 155g will be available in the chilled aisles of 163 Aldi stores nationwide

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