Progress in building a sustainable agri-food system in Ireland was outlined today (September 15) at the National Ploughing Championships at the launch of the Food Vision 2030 annual report for 2025.

The report sets out key developments under Food Vision 2030 through which the agri-food sector collaborates to position Ireland as a global leader in sustainable food systems.  Speaking at the launch, Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Martin Heydon said: “Food Vision 2030 provides an integrated framework addressing the economic, environmental and social sustainability of agri-food in Ireland.

“Together, we are building an Irish food system that is sustainable, resilient, and trusted, one that delivers for primary producers, food and drink businesses, rural communities, consumers and the environment.”

He added that supporting its ongoing viability and sustainability is his “main priority”.  

Food Vision

Food Vision 2030 is Ireland’s stakeholder-led strategy for the agri-food sector.

It sets out a pathway for the sector to become a world leader in sustainable food systems by balancing environmental, economic and social sustainability.Minister Heydon noted that the mid-term review of Food Vision 2030 is ongoing with progress on the revision and update of the strategy to be announced shortly.

He said: “It is timely to reflect on what has been achieved and now to formally consider how Food Vision 2030 can evolve further, to ensure that it remains ambitious, focused, and responsive to evolving challenges and opportunities.”

Highlights from report 

Key achievements highlighted in the latest annual report include the publication of the Agriculture, Forestry and Seafood Climate Change Sectoral Adaptation Plan, the Commission on Generational Renewal in Farming report and the National Prepared Consumer Food Centre Strategy.

The report also highlighted significant investment in the bioeconomy and circular economy.  Further developments included the publication of the mid-term review of the National Strategy for Horticulture and mid-term review of the Forest Strategy, expansion of the Origin Green programme, and continued investment in farm safety initiatives.

Other progress cited include the launch of a number of new sectoral support schemes, and the launch of the third One Health National Action Plan on Antimicrobial Resistance.

Continued investment in research, development, innovation and knowledge transfer included the new Teagasc Education Strategy 2025-2030 and the opening of the National Centre for Brewing and Distilling.

Agriland has a packed schedule of events taking place at our tent this year, so be sure to drop by at Block 4, Row 10, Stand 184 over the next three days.