Full coverage: Food

The EU is generally seen to have had Ireland’s back until the very end of Brexit negotiations. As they stare into quota cuts and supply chain disruption, fishermen and seafood processors feel they are the exception.

From science to soul-searching, the industry is showing signs of a deep shift in addressing its environmental impact. The bad news is that the rest of the world has moved on, and rules are long set for the rest of this decade. The good news is that work taking place now will be useful to tackle the real challenge coming after 2030.

Having used up funding from A-list food industry investors and U2 members to build a state-of-the-art brewery, the craft drinks maker went back for more – and has just attracted new big names in the process.

Ten years ago, Dublin student Ronan McGovern left for MIT on a Fulbright scholarship. He has just returned to Ireland after selling his start-up to a leading engineering multinational.

When the Swiss-Irish baking giant was formed 13 years ago, Urs Jordi missed out on the top job. By delivering on his promise to get out of the US, he seeks to get a clean slate – and turn back the clock.

The dual impact of the pandemic and Brexit has unleashed devastation across the domestic economy. One exception appears to be food manufacturing, where Irish brands could capitalise on changes in shopping habits into the future.

After blocking an examinership of the business last December, the majority shareholder in Broderick’s is carrying out a review that could lead to the sale of some or all of it.

As the food technology group recovers from Covid-19, its chief executive Edmond Scanlon answered a series of questions on the way it picks, conducts and reports acquisitions. The future of its dairy and consumer foods businesses is far less clear.

An unknown organisation with no other apparent resources than an internet connection caused a brief but significant share price drop on Thursday. What is behind its claims against Kerry’s acquisition strategy?

Experienced businessman Peter O’Donoghue steps down from Dublin confectionery maker to avoid a conflict of interest. It marks the latest twist in Broderick’s saga.