Distribution a major issue for food producers

A lack of financial advice and support is the biggest challenge facing food producers in growing their businesses, according to 70% of small to medium-sized producers.

A survey, conducted on behalf of the Blas na hÉireann Irish Food Awards, also found that for 65% of producers, distribution is a major problem, nationally and internationally.

The findings of the survey, titled Producer Power in 2014, were announced at the launch of the seventh Annual Blas na hÉireann Awards yesterday.