The results of The Irish Food Board’s (Bord Bia) annual Export Performance and Prospects Report demonstrate the strength of Ireland and the UK’s trade relationship, delivering reliable and high-quality produce. Top Irish export categories to the UK in 2025 vs 2024:
- Beef +25% (1.6 billion Euros // £1.4 billion)
- Dairy +18% (1.3 billion Euros // £1.1 billion)
- Prepared Consumer Foods +10% (2.5 billion Euros // £2.2 billion)
Ireland remains the leading supplier of beef to the UK, accounting for 77% of imports versus southern hemisphere competitors New Zealand and Australia who had a combined share of 10% for beef value up to August 2025.
Ireland’s Central Statistics Office (CSO) reports milk collections are on track for a record year of approximately 8.8 billion litres. Good weather conditions in the spring and summer months supported grass growth during the critical peak milk period.
With resilient supply processes and reliable availability, Irish producers can offer support by providing quality assured sustainably sourced food which is backed by the Irish Government’s national sustainability plan Origin Green.
UK market manager Conor O’Sullivan said: “In a highly volatile market, we’ve once again demonstrated that through partnerships built on trust, Irish suppliers are able to work with UK retailers, chefs, and hospitality businesses to develop and deliver premium products that taste great and help meet sustainability targets, backed by Origin Green.
“We know it’s tough for businesses throughout the UK who are facing increasing pressure on supply chains, with margins being squeezed more than ever over the last 12 months. Ireland is poised to help meet these challenges head on with robust availability of sustainably sourced, quality ingredients and goods that both shoppers and diners love.”