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National Dairy Council

NDC Farmer Ambassador Series: 'We have to break any barrier between farming and public'

Series

7 days ago

NDC Farmer Ambassador Series: 'We have to break any barrier between farming and public'

This instalment features Co. Waterford-based farmers Kate and Shane Fitzgerald, who highlight the importance of farmer-consumer engagement.

NDC Farmer Ambassador Series: 'We take for granted that the public knows about farming'

Series

21 days ago

NDC Farmer Ambassador Series: 'We take for granted that the public knows about farming'

Agriland Media Group is delighted to collaborate with the NDC on a series of articles on the council's Farmer Ambassador programme

Bord Bia: 82% of consumers have not heard of nitrates derogation

Dairy

about 1 month ago

Bord Bia: 82% of consumers have not heard of nitrates derogation

Over 80% of Irish consumers have never heard of the nitrates derogation, according to research carried out by Bord Bia.

World School Milk Day marked as report shows 51% of Irish teens lack calcium

Dairy

3 months ago

World School Milk Day marked as report shows 51% of Irish teens lack calcium

Schoolchildren nationwide will be enjoying a drink of milk during lunchtime today in celebration of World School Milk Day 2025.

Highlighting Irish dairy at the 2025 Irish Drinks Forum

Agri-Business

4 months ago

Highlighting Irish dairy at the 2025 Irish Drinks Forum

Irish dairy is an integral part of the Irish drinks industry and this was highlighted more than ever at the 2025 Irish Drinks Forum.

Dairy

4 months ago

National Dairy Council VAT dispute results in annual loss of €3.05m

The National Dairy Council (NDC) has reported a loss of €3.05 million in its latest set of financial results.

National Dairy Council VAT dispute results in annual loss of €3.05m

Agri-Business

5 months ago

Functional protein products 'transforming the dairy industry'

Over 1.6 million tonnes of Irish dairy products are shipped to around 140 markets worldwide, according to Bord Bia

Functional protein products 'transforming the dairy industry'

Rural Life

7 months ago

NDC to showcase 'grass advantage' at Bord Bia Bloom

The National Dairy Council (NDC) will return to this year’s Bord Bia Bloom, taking place in Phoenix Park over the June Bank Holiday weekend.

NDC to showcase 'grass advantage' at Bord Bia Bloom

Rural Life

9 months ago

Effectiveness of EU School Scheme in Ireland to be evaluated

The Department of Agriculture (DAFM) is seeking tenders from researchers to carry out an evaluation of the EU School Scheme in Ireland.

Effectiveness of EU School Scheme in Ireland to be evaluated

Dairy

9 months ago

Irish study highlights heart health benefits of cheese for women

Eating cheese is good for your heart health, particularly if you are a woman, according to the findings of a new Irish study.

Irish study highlights heart health benefits of cheese for women

Dairy

about 1 year ago

'Legen-Dairy' campaign launched to debunk dairy myths

Agri Aware and the NDC have teamed up to launch its new Legen-dairy campaign to debunk common myths characterising dairy consumption

'Legen-Dairy' campaign launched to debunk dairy myths

Rural Life

about 1 year ago

NDC launches Christmas card design competition

The National Dairy Council (NDC) has launched a special competition to design the organisation’s 2024 Christmas card.

NDC launches Christmas card design competition

Dairy

about 1 year ago

NDC welcomes new international declaration on dairy sustainability

The NDC has welcomed a new international declaration which aims to "reiterate and reinforce" the dairy sector's commitment to sustainability.

NDC welcomes new international declaration on dairy sustainability

Dairy

over 1 year ago

Schoolchildren nationwide celebrate World Milk Day

Primary school children across the country are raising their glasses of milk today, September 25, in celebration of World School Milk Day.

Schoolchildren nationwide celebrate World Milk Day

Dairy

over 1 year ago

NDC announces appointment of new CEO

The National Dairy Council (NDC) has announced the appointment of Emma Walls as its new chief executive officer (CEO).

NDC announces appointment of new CEO

Dairy

over 1 year ago

83% of people believe dairy is part of healthy diet - NDC

83% of Irish people believe that dairy is part of a healthy, balanced diet, according to new research from the National Dairy Council (NDC).

83% of people believe dairy is part of healthy diet - NDC

Rural Life

over 1 year ago

Watch: Bloom show garden celebrates Irish dairy

This year's NDC garden at Bloom titled ‘A Feast for the Senses’ aims to promote a greater understanding of Irish dairy production.

Watch: Bloom show garden celebrates Irish dairy

Dairy

over 1 year ago

New farmers join NDC Farmer Ambassador Programme

The NDC has welcomed Paddy O’Kelly from Co. Limerick and James O’Flaherty from Co. Kerry to its Farmer Ambassador Programme.

New farmers join NDC Farmer Ambassador Programme

Agri-Business

about 2 years ago

Zoe Kavanagh to step down as NDC CEO in early 2024

The chief executive of the National Dairy Council (NDC) Zoe Kavanagh is to step down from the role in early 2024.

Zoe Kavanagh to step down as NDC CEO in early 2024

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Dairy

over 2 years ago

Rugby star Ringrose partners with NDC for milk promotion

Ireland and Leinster rugby star Garry Ringrose has partnered with the National Dairy Council (NDC) for milk promotional campaign.

Rugby star Ringrose partners with NDC for milk promotion

Rural Life

over 2 years ago

Recommended dairy servings for children cost 65c/day - survey

The recommended three servings a day of dairy for children cost an average of 65c, according to a new back-to-school survey.

Recommended dairy servings for children cost 65c/day - survey

Dairy

over 2 years ago

NDC promotes Irish dairy production to Dubliners

The National Dairy Council (NDC) has today (Thursday, May 25) launched a new nationwide marketing...

NDC promotes Irish dairy production to Dubliners

Agri-Business

almost 3 years ago

NDC confirms new strategic operations director

The National Dairy Council (NDC) has confirmed the appointment of Mark Keller as the organisation's new strategic operations director.

NDC confirms new strategic operations director

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