IAWS 'confident of growth'

Food and agri-business group IAWS has said it remains confident about its ability to drive growth in the current market, despite the effects of inflation on food prices.

In a statement to the Stock Exchange today, IAWS said it was encouraged by "customer understanding of the changed pricing environment. Consumer demand for quality and convenience continues to be strong."

IAWS has operations in North America and Europe and is the majority shareholder in Origin Enterprises plc, a leading player in the agri-nutrition sector in Ireland and the UK.