Three Tipperary agri-food tourism projects receive government funding

Three Tipperary projects are included in the award of some €300,000 in funding to 22 local agri-food tourism projects around the country.

They are Destination Lough Derg (Tipperary County Council) - €10,000; Ailbhe Gerard, Field Exchange, Nenagh – Food and Craft Festival - €10,000 and Tipperary Food Producers Network – Food Tourism - €10,000.

Announced by the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Martin Heydon, the funding is being made available under the 2025 Rural Innovation and Development Fund, operated by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine.

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Minister Heydon said: “I am delighted to announce the successful projects which have secured funding, following the Agri-Food Tourism tender process for 2025.  It is great to be able to support these initiatives and build on progress already made.

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“The great geographical spread of the projects this year illustrates the interest in the sector, the development of agri-food tourism and its importance to communities throughout the country. Our ten-year roadmap for the agriculture sector,Food Vision 2030, highlights the natural synergy between agri-food and local tourism.

Minister Heydon concluded by emphasising: “Agri-food tourism in rural areas allows our great food companies of all sizes to showcase their people, landscape, history and culture through agricultural produce, food and drink and local cuisine.

"In addition, it provides opportunities for rural businesses, including farmers, producers and artisans to develop their products and services, diversify their businesses, connect with the local community, welcome visitors and improve skills and best practice”.