Minister Heydon announces Irish agri-food exports achieved a record value of €20.8 billion in 2025

Ireland’s Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Martin Heydon TD, announced that Irish agri-food exports hit a record €20.8 billion in 2025, up almost €1.8 billion (9%) year-on-year and 70% higher than in 2015. The annual review and outlook report says exports reached more than 180 countries and accounted for 8% of Irish goods exports by value. The sector’s trade surplus rose to €6.2 billion, up €1 billion (21%). Dairy remained the biggest category at €7.2 billion (34%), surpassing €7 billion for the first time. The UK was the top partner at €8.1 billion (39%). The report also highlights 171,600 people employed in the agri-food sector and €7.2 billion in dairy exports.