Ireland is a clean, high quality and innovative producer of excellent food and drink products, a reputation which has been earned from many years of supplying international markets. The hugely valuable natural resources of Ireland have been harnessed to develop a world class agricultural industry.
Agri-food is Ireland’s most important indigenous sector, accounting for approximately 163,000 jobs in the country.
The value of exports of Irish food, drink and horticulture were €17 billion in 2024, during a period of unprecedented change and challenge.
Origin Green: The World’s Only National Food and Drink Sustainability Programme
Origin Green is Ireland’s pioneering national food and drink sustainability programme — the only one of its kind worldwide. It brings together government, industry, and the full supply chain, from farmers to foodservice and retail. The programme enables Irish producers to set and achieve independently verified sustainability targets, giving international buyers the assurance of supply partners who protect the environment, support communities, and deliver long-term value.
From farm to fork
Since the launch of Origin Green, Ireland’s food, drink, and horticulture sectors have made significant progress in delivering sustainable production that strengthens supply chain resilience and provides greater assurance for category directors.
Origin Green works with over 320 leading Irish food and drink companies to independently verify and enhance the sustainability of their production, ensuring they meet the evolving requirements of global customers and international markets.
Through Origin Green, farms and food producers in Ireland are driving measurable improvements in environmental performance, community impact, and sustainable production — delivering greater supply chain resilience and long-term value for international partners.
Other useful resources
Channels, Competencies & Coverage
Irish food and drink companies supply customers through a combination of channels including retail, foodservice, manufacturing and online.
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Facts & Figures
The value of exports of Irish food, drink and horticulture were €17 billion in 2024, during a period of unprecedented change and challenge.
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Private Label
With a proven track record of over two decades in the Private Label (PL) market in the domestic and UK markets, Continental European markets are now benefiting from the expertise built up by Irish PL exporters.
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Quality Assurance
Bord Bia operates Quality Assurance Schemes for the following product categories: Bacon, Beef, Chicken, Duck, Eggs, Fruit, Lamb, Pork, Turkey and Vegetables.
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