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Tirlán Co-op shareholders have voted overwhelmingly in favour of a proposal to change the rules of the Society to give more flexibility to manage its financial investments on behalf of Members. The result at today’s Special General Meeting (SGM) was in excess of 80% in favour of this proposal. Following today’s vote, the rules will change to allow the Board of the Co-op greater flexibility in managing its investment in Glanbia plc. Tirlán Co-op today holds a 28.9% shareholding in Glanbia plc, which is valued at more than €1.1 billion. The positive vote will facilitate the release of approximately €222 million of value to Members through a spin-out of 15 million Glanbia plc shares, which will take place as early as possible in 2025. Commenting after the result was announced, John Murphy, Chairperson of Tirlán Co-op, said: “This is a transformational outcome for our Co-op. Today’s positive vote will provide our ambitious Co-op with greater flexibility to better manage our financial investments. The core aim of today’s resolution is to drive farm family income, secure the future for this generation and, equally importantly, ensure we have a strong Co-op for the next generation.” For more 👉 https://bit.ly/4dyUGMV #hereforgood

We’re hoping there will be a ‘pot of gold’ at the end of the rainbow for our charity partner, Aware, during our Charity Hike on October 11th and 12th! 🌈 As part of Mental Health Week 2025, Tirlán employees will be lacing up their boots and hitting the Hills of Connemara to support mental health awareness. Walking and spending time outdoors is not only great for physical health but also vital for mental well-being. Together, we’re supporting Aware in their mission to provide support, education, and information around mental health. To ensure everything is perfect for the main event, some of our team took on a recce climb last weekend, with a rainbow appearing over Connemara National Park. 🏞️ Despite the challenge, we’re more excited than ever to take on the full hike! Let’s walk together for a healthier mind and support a great cause along the way. Help us to support Aware by donating here 👉 https://lnkd.in/euWNabaw

In September we were delighted to welcome 16 new Graduates to the Tirlán Unearth Your Future Graduate Programme. The Graduates will be working across seven different sites in ten functions across our global business including Operations, Finance, IT, Marketing, Agri, Supply Chain, R&D, Quality, Business Excellence and Corporate Affairs. During their first day in our Abbey Quarter Collaboration Hub they met members of our Executive Leadership Team, were introduced to different team members from our Ingredients and Consumer teams and found out a bit more about their graduate journey over the next two years. Wishing you all the best as you start your careers at Tirlán. #UnearthYourFuture #graduates2024 #hereforgood

Meet the Somers Family, Representing Tirlán at the 2024 National Dairy Council & Kerrygold Quality Milk Awards!   Danny Somers and his son, Dan, farm in Barnacleagh, Arklow, Co. Wicklow, and are proud finalists in today's prestigious awards. Their herd is unique among finalists, featuring the Montbéliarde breed, known for its fertility, longevity, and top-quality milk for cheese-making.   The Somers family farm is an excellent example of sustainable dairy farming.   With 133 hectares, they balance tradition with innovation. The 230-strong herd produces 465kg of milk solids per cow annually, with an impressive focus on animal welfare, sustainability, and environmental stewardship.   🐄 Animal Welfare First: Dan and Danny ensure their cows are clean, comfortable, and healthy. From optimised cubicle sheds to well-maintained pathways, every detail is planned to protect their herd and calves.   🔦 Sustainability at Heart: The farm is fully committed to environmental care, from clover-rich grazing platforms to rainwater harvesting and sediment ponds. Their efforts go beyond the basics, with watercourses protected and tested monthly to safeguard local ecosystems.   🐝 Biodiversity Boost: Over 20,000 whitethorn saplings have been planted to establish a wildlife sanctuary, and their dedication to hedgerows and marshlands creates thriving habitats for local wildlife.   The Somers' philosophy is clear: better before bigger. Their aim is not to expand herd size but to enhance production through genetics and nutrition, ensuring the land is preserved for future generations, including Dan’s children, Daniel and Isla.   Congratulations to the Somers family!   #HereForGood #QualityMilkAwards #DairyFarming #Sustainability   https://lnkd.in/eXxn-5AR   Credit to National Dairy Council for the beautiful images

From Avonmore Professional in China to serving the growing sports nutrition sector, over 1,800 dairy suppliers had the opportunity to follow their milk from their farm gate and out into the global marketplace. Our teams from across the world came together as we held Open Days at our integrated processing facility in Ballyragget, Co Kilkenny to provide our farmers with insights into the key markets where their product is sold and enjoyed. The Ballyragget facility is one of Tirlán's network of high-tech processing sites, with over 1.2 billion litres of milk delivered by our farmers and processed by over 390 employees. The facility has evolved over decades to process and produce over 230 thousand tonnes of finished product, 250 million litres of cream and 1.3 billion litres of whey. From high-end bakeries in China to whey now in over 80 countries, our mini 'Expo' experience provided a flavour of the constant innovation at work in our dairy and grains portfolio. Tirlán's Chairperson John Murphy said: "As a 100% farmer-owned co-op, it was an excellent opportunity for our farmers and owners to get to see the products that go to over 95 countries across the globe. Many of those attending told how they enjoyed meeting our teams from China, Vietnam, South East Asia and other locations. In addition to learning about the processing at the facilities and the constant focus on innovation in our R&D centre, it was the people that really resonated for them." #HereForGood #IrishFood #CollaborateForSuccess

Tirlán joined organisations from across the Irish agri-food sector in highlighting Ireland’s collaborative approach to enhancing water quality and supporting the retention of the Nitrates Derogation during the EU Commission’s visit to Ireland. The importance of maintaining Ireland’s current Nitrates Derogation for both the sector and the wider economy was highlighted during the meetings with European Commission officials. Speaking after a roundtable meeting, Tirlán’s CEO Seán Molloy said: “Tirlán and our farm families are fully engaged and firmly behind Ireland’s collaborative approach to improving water quality through Ireland’s Farming for Water EIP.” At a visit on the family farm of Tirlán suppliers Cheryl and Alan Poole, near Gorey, Co Wexford, a practical focus on maintaining and enhancing water quality was highlighted as part of Tirlán’s Farming for Water: River Slaney Project aimed at improving the catchment running through Ireland’s south-east. The programme is part of Ireland’s overall Farming for Water EIP and aligned with the Teagasc ‘Better Farming for Water’ programme to deliver and support a science-based knowledge transfer and best practice approach. Tirlán’s Chairperson John Murphy emphasised that the good work seen on the Poole’s family farm in County Wexford was reflective of work underway on farms right across the country. “We’d like to thank the EU Commission team for their time and commitment to visiting to witness first-hand the large body of work underway on Irish farms.” #FarmingForWater #Sustainability Read more here: https://lnkd.in/exNheq3N Read the statement of the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine Charlie McConalogue Martin Heydon Pippa Hackett here https://lnkd.in/eiwZZgcB Dairy Industry Ireland Meat Industry Ireland Irish Co-operative Organisation Society Irish Farmers Association Irish Creamery Milk Suppliers Association - ICMSA Bobby Miller IGGA Lakeland Dairies Dairygold Co-Operative Society Ltd Carbery Group

Tirlán and Baileys are collaborating for the third year in a row to offer bursaries worth €1,000 to family farm milk and grain suppliers beginning their degree studies in Agricultural Science 🐄 . The bursaries are part of a Sustainable Farming Academy collaboration and are open to Tirlán family members beginning their degree studies in Agricultural Science in UCD, UCC, DkIT or the South East Technological University, SETU. More information and link to application form here 👉 bit.ly/4grPTzh

As Ireland’s largest dairy processor, exporting a range of value-add dairy ingredients and consumer products to over 95 countries, Tirlán was delighted to travel as part of the Irish Agri-Food Trade Mission to China and the Republic of Korea. We believe our island has a rich food heritage and we were delighted to join Minister Charlie McConalogue and Minister of State Martin Heydon alongside so many progressive and innovative Irish companies. The trip, in collaboration with Bord Bia - The Irish Food Board, focused on enhancing government co-operation, consolidating and broadening market access, and promoting the high-quality Irish agri-food produce Ireland is renowned for. The trade mission included a number of events, including an EU dairy seminar and offered a welcome chance to sample the wares at a Flavours of Ireland trade reception. #Irishfood #sustainability #trademission

"Let’s break the cycle around the silence; lets break the cycle around the stigma associated with mental health challenges" Break the Cycle is a four week campaign running in Irish Country Living aimed at raising mental health awareness in rural Ireland. The campaign by the Irish Farmers Journal and Tirlán is in support of Tirlán's charity partner, mental health organisation, Aware which receives around 80 calls a day to its helpline. A bikeathon will be held in the Irish Farmers Journal stand at the National Ploughing Association / Championships. John Murphy , Tirlán Chairperson, explained, “Farming and rural life in Ireland can be isolating, but organisations like Aware are breaking the stigma, encouraging open conversations, and providing support. As part of our Living Proof sustainability strategy, we pledged to give back to our communities. Mental health is just as important as physical health and we’re proud to support Aware’s efforts.”   Dr. Lisa (Elisabeth) Koep, Tirlán’s Chief Environmental, Social & Governance Officer, remarked, “Our partnership with Aware exemplifies Living Proof in action and the money raised through the ‘Break the Cycle’ campaign will directly help our farm families who may need Aware’s support and education services. Our employees and farmers are always incredibly generous, and we encourage them to support this worthy cause at this year’s National Ploughing Championships.” Learn more about what you can do to protect your mental health across the month-long series. Find out more and donate here: https://lnkd.in/eexzCfd6 Read a piece from Ciara Leahy here: https://lnkd.in/eiyw_CQS #breakthecycle #Ploughing2024 #mentalhealth #ruralireland #farmers

Tirlán, our employees and our farmers have a strong focus on giving back to the communities where we live and work. Today over 60 cyclists from Tirlán got on their bikes in a bid to raise over €75,000 for charity. The annual 'Tour de Tirlán' has evolved over the past 11 years, and the one-day event leads the Tirlán team of cyclists from across the farmer-owned co-operative on one of four distances - 45km, 95km, 136km, and 201km. 🏆 Since its inception, the total funds raised from this annual event to date stands at €401,000. It is one of a number of events held throughout the year as part of our Living Proof sustainability strategy. This year our four charities include our charity partner, the mental health support organisation Aware and local charities South East Simon Community Cois Nore Cancer Support Centre and Aiseiri. All carry out incredible work in our communities and are very deserving causes. Donations to the appeal can be made on https://lnkd.in/em7jK3Nq #Hereforgood #CSR #Givingback