WOODCHIP from Co Kerry forests has been put at the centre of plans to make the Kingdom an energy-efficient self-sustaining region, transforming the local economy base through job creation.

THE next government must tackle the growing challenges for the retailsector by introducing a new code of practice aimed at making the industry more transparent and ensuring “fairness and equity within the sector”.

CLUSTERING of local food producers and a greater emphasis on regional branding could significantly boost agri-food sector job creation, according to a new report.