Food Drink Ireland Manufacturing report
The Food and Drink Manufacturing Report 2025, titled “Appetite for Growth” reflects a generally positive outlook within the food and drink sector, with 58% of respondents rating the manufacturing environment in Ireland as good or very good.
However, this figure is lower than the 70% positive response rate seen across all manufacturing sectors. Additionally, sentiment regarding the months ahead appears to be slightly more cautious.
The report identifies three key challenges facing the sector:
- The rising cost of labour
- Increasing material costs
- The evolving regulatory landscape
The report also outlines a set of recommendations for inclusion in the upcoming Programme for Government, aimed at providing support for Ireland’s largest indigenous manufacturing sector.