Food security in a ‘perfect storm’ of deep challenges

Brexit Adjustment Reserve funds of €600m in 2023 can be used to future-proof industries, says Ibec group director

EU food services facing unique challenges: The deepening conflict in Ukraine continues as a major factor affecting world economics, and particularly those smaller open economies like Ireland. Picture: iStock

Paul Kelly, director with Food Drink Ireland, says the State can draw upon Brexit and Capital Investment funds to support food industries. He talks to John Daly. 

Ireland’s food and drink industries are facing significant challenges, but the State can draw down certain funds that will ease some of the pressure, says Paul Kelly, director with Food Drink Ireland (FDI), the Ibec group representing the food and drink sector.