TradeIT cites big savings for small food producers

Small food producers can save up to €6,300 annually through efficient energy, water, and landfill management, according to the TradeIT food industry network.

Led by IT Tralee, TradeIT aims to foster innovation in food producing SMEs, notably in the dairy, meat, and bakery sectors, hosting events and activities in nine regional TradeIT Hubs across Europe.

TradeIT’s Michael Gleeson said: “For a business spending €40,000 on energy and €10,000 on water, savings would add up to €6,300 annually.