AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoAgri-food & Retail: Lidl is switching some tinned “mackerel” lines to jack mackerel as Atlantic mackerel stocks fall, raising questions for Irish shoppers about labelling and nutrition differences. Farm Costs & CAP Politics: Farmers say anger is rising over fuel and fertiliser costs, with protests threatened as carbon tax changes loom; Macra is also pushing the EU to back “productive” active farmers under CAP. Dairy Market Exposure: Dairy Industry Ireland warns Ireland is “exceptionally exposed” to global dairy volatility because most milk must be exported, keeping pressure on prices and strategy. Energy & Housing Pressure: Finance Minister Simon Harris rules out abolishing stamp duty for first-time buyers in Budget 2027 and flags limited room to cut home-heating oil VAT, as energy costs remain a key concern. AI & Infrastructure: An IMF note for EU finance ministers says AI could lift productivity but may widen inequality and strain power networks, with Dublin among the most exposed data-centre areas. Enterprise Support: Enterprise Ireland selects 18 Irish high-growth start-ups for the Prep4Seed investor-readiness programme, kicking off in Cork. Food Safety: Dunnes Stores issues urgent recalls of a €1.45 freezer staple and other ready meals over health concerns. Transport & Construction: MetroLink progress continues toward tender stage, while Dublin’s rail buildout and related infrastructure planning stay in focus.
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