Do you think there are opportunities for export that our business may be missing?
The majority of the food production from Ireland is now exported so there are many opportunities to look further afield than the home market and see where you can get the most from your produce. There are also support systems for exporting companies if it is of sufficient scale and Enterprise Ireland have stepped up their support of indigenous exports in recent times.
Our business is considering expanding into some niche food production areas. Do you think there is a market for us?
The answer is it depends on what specifically you are considering. If you are planning on supplying the raw materials to the food production companies then this is a fairly common means of revenue generation for your production. If you are considering retailing to customers directly then this is a very different business model with a lot more factor to consider (distribution, end user production, marketing, wholesale or retail, demand, price sensitivity, etc).
Im not sure what subsidies or supports im entitled to as a small farmer. Can you give some advise?
Absolutely. We have worked with many agricultural clients over the years and are well versed in the industry and what supports are available to farmers in Ireland. Arrange a consultation with us and we would be happy to give you some insights.
Farming Priority again for Irish Economy. CNN Report
Farming Priority Again
Importance of the Irish Food & Agricultural Sector
Importance of the Irish Food and Agri Sector
Minister for Agriculture. Bord Bia Food Sustainability Conference
Bord Bia Food Sustainability Conference
Ive been in the business twenty years and am considering retiring. Can you help me get the best price for my business?
Firstly congratulations on your upcoming retirement. I'm sure you have worked very hard building up your business over the years and deserve the rewards that are coming. Let Avid Partners handle all aspects of the sale of your business and will get the best possible price for your company.
Our distribution company is having difficulty raising finance for a new fleet. What can be done?
Raising finance can be tricky at the best of times and with the financial institutions being very select in terms of who they lend to at the moment it is critical to put your best foot forward and have all of your documentation in order before approaching any lending institution.
We operate a family trucking business. Costs are high and rising. How can we keep costs down?
There are a lot of areas that you can look at to save costs. We can do a full review of all of your costs and identify areas that you can save money.
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