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Irish Horticulture Sector Faces Decline Amid High Costs and Investment Needs

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Irish fruit and vegetable producers are calling for increased support from retailers and the Government to address a sharp decline in commercial growers across the country. Martin Flynn, a third-generation tomato grower near Swords, noted that the number of large-scale tomato growers in Ireland is currently down to five. The decline is attributed to the high cost of entering the sector and the significant investment required to build modern glasshouses.

From rte.ie

Why it matters

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The sector faces tight profit margins that require constant reinvestment and the use of advanced technology. Producers emphasize the need for retailers to provide long-term contracts to enable necessary investment and continued production, especially given current energy price issues.

From rte.ie

Who's involved

  • Martin FlynnTomato grower whose family has been operating in the sector since the 1960s
  • SwordsTown near Dublin where commercial growers operate
  • IrelandGeopolitical state where the horticulture industry is located

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Possible knock-on effects

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  • Martin FlynnSpeculative

    Martin Flynn might face pressure on his profit margins due to rising input costs, including energy and investment requirements.

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The entities involved

  • Swords

    town near Dublin in Ireland

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