Organisation: Avonmore

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How one Irish dairy business will cut out 40 tonnes of plastic a year

Ireland’s leading dairy brand has made the switch to tetra top cartons in a bid to cut down on plastic

gaa

Less is more remains Kilkenny management mantra

A few days before the All-Ireland hurling final, the Tipperary supporters club placed on record their praise for the ‘27-man support structure’ and ‘army of experts’ assembled by Liam Sheedy.

general

Baby on board: Aoibhín Garrihy on being changed by motherhood

MOTHERHOOD has been lifechanging for actress Aoibhín Garrihy. “It has taught me to appreciate and enjoy the simple things in life and the meaningful moments,” says the 32-year-old Dubliner.

gaa

Sponsorship: More than just a logo on a jersey

general

Light touch: Munster’s Joey Carbery on his struggle to gain weight

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Habit forming: Why Cork's Orla Finn is a creature of habit

Thousands at Kildare open day

More than 2,000 people attended a family day out on the dairy farm of Larry and Karen Hannon in Ballitore, Co Kildare.

Tue, 07 May, 2019

Agri Aware to host free open farm events for general public

Agri Aware is hosting three simultaneous free open farm events in Cork, Dublin and Kildare on bank holiday Monday, May 6.

Tue, 30 Apr, 2019

Checkout Top 100 brands list reveals Irish brands dominate top 10

Coca-Cola is the top brand in Ireland for the 13th year in a row.

Mon, 11 Sep, 2017

Not buying less — just shopping more often

It’s not news, but health continues to be a major driver within the grocery sector.

Mon, 05 Jun, 2017

Irish shoppers choose homegrown brands

Irish shoppers are choosing to buy homegrown brands despite the continued rise of own-label products.

Thu, 25 May, 2017

Desire for glory drives life consumed by football

With age has come maturity and a better balance between life and Gaelic football though Paul Flynn still struggles to separate the two at times, writes Paul Keane.

Thu, 27 Apr, 2017

Five questions with Brian Cody: 'There are always lessons to be learned'

Another February. Another league. Another chat with Brian Cody. The Kilkenny boss usually fields questions at the annual renewal of Avonmore’s sponsorship of the Cats’ GAA teams, and this season was no different.

Fri, 10 Feb, 2017

Recipes: Include enough iron in your diet for peak health

You could say that Britain’s celebrity nutritionist Martin McDonald is something of an ironman.

Fri, 03 Feb, 2017

Avonmore soup marks 25 years with new range

Avonmore’s soup production facility is celebrating 25 years in operation, with a range of soups developed at Glanbia’s Innovation Centre in Kilkenny.

Tue, 29 Nov, 2016

Trading up: Beaumont, Cork €345,000

There’s a lovely, west-facing, mature and private back garden with this older-style bungalow home in Cork’s Beaumont suburb — and for those who savour the outdoors, it has a pleasant surprise up its sleeve.

Sat, 23 Jul, 2016

Security staff used to restrain patients

Reports by the country’s mental health watchdog have raised concerns over the admission of children to unsuitable adult facilities, and the involvement of security staff in the physical restraint of patients.

Sat, 09 Apr, 2016

Security staff used to restrain patients

Fri, 08 Apr, 2016

Relax, stretch and beat the stress with these 5 yoga postures

By deepening your breathing, the ancient form of exercise helps you to slow down.

Sat, 20 Feb, 2016

Online and in the shops

TEA PARTY: TV3’s Karen Koster, Arona Romeri and Kyle Moloney attended a Mad Hatter-themed tea party at Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital, Crumlin to announce details of the Annual Ball.

Sat, 20 Feb, 2016

Avonmore cream sales up 24% to record levels

A record 3.5 million pots of Avonmore fresh cream were sold in December alone, with the key selling period immediately before Christmas representing a 24% increase year-on-year.

Wed, 13 Jan, 2016

Brand trust key for consumers according to Love Irish Food study

Price is no longer the key driving factor in the branded food and drink buying habits of Irish shoppers, according to new research.

Mon, 11 Jan, 2016

Glanbia moves to boost production in US by 25%

Glanbia is closing in on a deal to increase its cheese production capacity in the US by 25%.

Thu, 05 Nov, 2015

Dairy industry freed from bureaucratic chains

In such a positive scenario, there are still risks, such as the dangers of excessive borrowing by farmers.

Thu, 16 Apr, 2015

Consumers want clear ‘country of origin’ label

Just one in 10 shoppers believe the country of origin labelling in Irish shops and supermarkets is clear.

Wed, 19 Nov, 2014

Glanbia launches UHT milk brand in China

Glanbia hopes to capitalise on the growing Chinese market for UHT milk with the launch of its Avonmore brand.

Tue, 11 Nov, 2014

Vegetable soup: The winners and losers

As the weather cools Roz Crowley casts her eye over some of the  vegetable soups that are on the market.

Sat, 11 Oct, 2014

Trading up: Whitechurch, Co Cork €280,000

Size: 120 (1,300 sq ft)

Sat, 02 Aug, 2014

GAA and GPA sign Avonmore milk deal

A new partnership with the GAA and GPA to promote Avonmore Protein Milk was announced yesterday by Glanbia Consumer Foods.

Fri, 09 May, 2014

Farrell backs weaker counties merging

Gaelic Players’ Association chief executive Dessie Farrell has echoed Aidan O’Shea’s claim of last month that some of the weaker counties may have to amalgamate in order to keep pace with the modern games.

Thu, 08 May, 2014

Wish list: functionality and style

Functionality, style and a little bit of nostalgia make up Esther N McCarthy’s list this week.

Sun, 30 Mar, 2014

90 jobs created in Monaghan and Dublin

90 new jobs are to be created at Irish food producer Glanbia.

Fri, 13 Dec, 2013

Some like it hot

GETTING to grips with hearty soups is a satisfying way to celebrate the crisp, clear and envigorating months ahead.

Sun, 06 Oct, 2013

Ireland's top brand remains Coca-Cola for ninth year

Coca-Cola remains the top brand in Ireland for the ninth year in a row.

Mon, 26 Aug, 2013

Top brands sign up to support quality

More than 60 of the country’s top brands have signed up to Siptu’s “Supporting Quality” campaign, which urges people to buy and use products and services which are produced in quality Irish working environments.

Wed, 31 Jul, 2013

Trading Up

CARRIGNAVAR, CORK €495,000

Fri, 21 Jun, 2013

Big shoes to fill as Talbot takes reins

Glanbia MD designate Siobhan Talbot will be the first female head of an Irish plc with a turnover in excess of €2bn and given John Moloney’s impressive record, the Kilkenny woman has a tough act to follow, writes Kyran FitzGerald

Sat, 25 May, 2013

Are those Irish brands in your basket? Probably not

Many of us think Irish brands are Irish made, but it is not always the case, writes ConallÓ Fátharta

Sat, 24 Nov, 2012

Changes in air for wind energy

A CO CORK company is proving that jobs can be created in the wind energy industry here without intruding on the landscape or damaging the environment.

Mon, 22 Oct, 2012

Trading Up

DOUGLAS, CORK €395,000

Sat, 13 Oct, 2012

Lidl among winners at 2012 Irish Social Media Awards

Lidl Ireland are among the winners at the 2012 Irish Social Media Awards

Fri, 18 May, 2012

Glanbia’s Yoplait sale costs 50 jobs

Glanbia has reached agreement to sell the Yoplait Ireland yoghurt business for €18m, but the move is set to result in the loss of 50 manufacturing jobs.

Fri, 18 May, 2012

Investors seek to redeem €832k loan on lands Nama has put on the market

A group of investors are to ask the High Court for an order allowing them to redeem their €832,000 loan on lands in Co Tipperary, over which Nama has appointed areceiver.

Sat, 14 Apr, 2012

Champions Rockwell wear down CBC to seal final slot

Holders Rockwell College laid down a marker with an accomplished display to deservedly reach another Avonmore Milk Munster Schools’ Senior Cup final following their victory over Christian Brothers College at Musgrave Park yesterday.

Thu, 08 Mar, 2012

Rockwell expect difficult CBC test

Rockwell College put their Avonmore Milk Munster Schools Senior Cup title on the line at Musgrave Park today (3pm) when they go head-to-head with Christian Brothers College, Cork for a place in this year’s final.

Wed, 07 Mar, 2012

Irish market leaders can teach us all perseverance

Over the last two weeks three Irish companies — Glanbia, Kerry Group and Kingspan — have stated they intend to retain their primary stock market listing in Dublin.

Wed, 07 Mar, 2012

Glanbia retirees vow legal action over non-payment of pension hike

A group of 40 Glanbia group retirees is threatening legal action against the company over non-payment of a 3.5% pensions increase which they say was agreed in advance of their retirement.

Tue, 06 Mar, 2012

Glenstal bid to finish the job

Fans will be hoping for a repeat of last week’s 22-22 thriller when Glenstal Abbey and Presentation Brothers lock horns again at Clifford Park, Limerick today (3pm) in the Avonmore Milk Munster Schools Senior Cup quarter-final.

Wed, 29 Feb, 2012

Rockwell hold off plucky Glenstal

A matter of inches prevented Glenstal causing a sensational victory over holders Rockwell in an exciting Avonmore Milk Munster Schools Senior Cup game at Clanwilliam Park, Tipperary.

Thu, 09 Feb, 2012

Rockwell begin title charge

Rockwell open their Avonmore Milk Munster Schools Senior Cup title defence against Glenstal in Tipperary today (Clanwilliam Park, 3pm).

Wed, 08 Feb, 2012

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