Sustainability

As a leading, farmer-owned Irish co-op, we are committed to protecting and enhancing the environment, reducing climate change and supporting the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals for the benefit of future generations.

Our Communities

Sustainable jobs
Charity work
Support community initiatives
Community engagement
Biodiversity
Customers
Contribution to local economy
Help maintain social fabric

Our Supply Chain

Circular economy
Renewable packaging
Waste elimination
Use recycled material
Reduction in usage of single-use plastic
Collaboration
Responsible materials-sourcing
Ethical practices

Goal: to raise €800,000 by 2030

Already €620k raised to date

Goal: Install EV chargers at 15 sites by 2030

7 sites equipped with EV charging with 5 more in the pipeline

Our People

Training and development
Communication
Engagement
Well-being
Health and safety
Sports and social
Collaboration/alignment
Fulfilment
Trust

Our Farm Families

Farm safety, health and wellbeing
Water quality
Biodiversity enhancement
Sustainable education
Efficient farming practices
Renewable energy production
Regenerative agriculture
Soil fertility
Succession planning

Goal: Grow employee engagement score by 3% year on year

Increase in engagement score by 8% over last 2 years

Goal: 33% of Dairy Farm Suppliers using renewable tech by 2030

Over €1 million invested so far

Our Processes

Carbon and GHG emissions reduction
Process efficiencies
Renewable energy generation
Transport optimisation
Decarbonisation through electrification
Food waste reduction
Collaboration

All-Ireland
Pollinator Plan

We remain committed to supporting the All-Ireland Pollinator Plan by sponsoring and participating in community planting and awareness events, as well as promoting internal awareness initiatives.