Nestlé posts growth in infant formula sales despite decision to shut Limerick plant

The Limerick plant manufactures infant formula products exclusively for export to markets in greater China and Asia

Wyeth Nutrition infant formula plant in Coolrahnee, Limerick

Infant Nutrition at food giant, Nestlé posted high single-digit growth with "broad-based contributions" across its global food markets in the first nine months of 2023. 

In China, infant nutrition saw "low single-digit growth," despite falling demand in the region being cited in Nestlé's decision to shut its West Limerick infant formula manufacturing plant.