Irish food and drink exports fell 12% in 2009 to €7bn - - accounting for 4.5% of total exports from Ireland; Bord Bia predicts some recovery in 2010
Jan 13th, 2010 | By Finfacts Ireland Business & Finance Portal | Category: News worldwide
Bord Bia, the Irish State foods and drinks export promotion agency, says in its Export Performance and Prospects report launched today, that the value of Irish food and drink exports fell by 12 percent in 2009, or by just under €1 billion, to stand at €7.12 billion. The agency predicts some recovery in 2010. The sector exports last year, accounted for 4.5% of total Irish exports.