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Aurivo Consumer Foods celebrates 125th year anniversary of one of Ireland’s largest volume liquid milk plants, Donegal Creameries
- €10 million invested in capital projects at Donegal Creameries plant in the last six years
- Donegal Creameries is one of the largest volume liquid milk plant in Ireland – 140 million litres per annum
- Donegal Creameries on track to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 35% by 2030
Aurivo Consumer Foods is celebrating 125 years of one of Ireland’s largest volume liquid milk plants, Donegal Creameries. Founded in 1899, Donegal Creameries produces 140 million litres of liquid milk each year, 25% of all liquid milk consumed in the Republic of Ireland and is at the heart of communities in Donegal and surrounding counties.
Global agribusiness Aurivo acquired Donegal Creameries in 2011, with €10 million invested in capital projects in the plant over the last six years. Based at the creamery at Killygordon, milk from 270 milk suppliers is delivered to over eight counties in Ireland through a team of 95 agents and van sales employees, as well as major retail distribution centres nationally.
Sustainability is a key priority at Donegal Creameries and the site is on track to achieve the national target of 35% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions earlier than the government target of 2030. A number of SEAI and Department of Agriculture funded sustainability initiatives have been implemented across the plant in recent years to reduce carbon emissions including heat pump technology and the ability to use Biogas. Supplier farmers are committed to protecting the environment and are taking steps to reduce the carbon footprint of their farm and to promote biodiversity through taking part in the Aurivo Farm Profitability Programme and Origin Green’s Sustainable Dairy Assurance Scheme.
Donegal Creameries has been supplying the people of Donegal and beyond with milk products for the past 125 years. It is at the heart of the Donegal communities as a major employer and has supported Donegal’s GAA development squad, Community Games and soccer camps throughout the years.
Donal Tierney, CEO at Aurivo Co-operative said: “We are delighted to celebrate 125 years of Donegal Creameries – the longevity of the brand is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our 270 supplier farmers, milking 365 days a year to produce the highest quality milk products. I’d like to thank employees at Killygordon who have played a key role in enabling the volume of milk produced from Donegal Creameries to triple over the last 12 years. We look forward to working with you to further drive sustainability and sales of Donegal Creameries to ensure continued success.
“I’d also like to take this opportunity to give gratitude to our loyal customers who have backed Donegal Creameries for the last 125 years. We are proud to serve you with the highest tasting, delicious milk products every day and appreciate your support.”
Steve Giles, Site Operations Manager, Donegal Creameries added: “Donegal Creameries is more than just a brand, it’s a major part of life and culture on kitchen tables in Donegal and beyond. It’s a seven day week operation here in Killygordon and it wouldn’t be possible without our team of hard-working and dedicated employees. I would also like to highlight the important work the Killygordon and wider Aurivo team do in supporting our communities through our support of The Alzheimer’s Society of Ireland, our charity of the year and a range of local sporting initiatives.”
Included in the photo, left to right are:
Stephen Blewitt, General Manager Aurivo Dairy, Lawrence Mc Namee, Aurivo Donegal Board Member, Raymond Barlow, Chair, Aurivo, Donal Tierney. CEO, Aurivo
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Finisklin,
Sligo, F91 N968
Phone: 071 9186500
Email: [email protected]
Aurivo Agribusiness
Finisklin,
Sligo, F91 N968
Phone: 071 9160883
Email: [email protected]
Web: homeland.ie
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Aurivo Consumer Foods
Finisklin,
Sligo, F91 N968
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Ballaghaderreen,
Co. Roscommon, F45 WK33
Phone: 094 9860114
Email: [email protected]
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| Title | Address | Description |
|---|---|---|
Aurivo House | Finisklin Business Park, Finisklin, Sligo, Ireland | Aurivo House |
Aurivo Dairy Ingredients | Aurivo Dairy Ingredients, Lung, Ballaghaderreen, Co. Roscommon, Ireland | Aurivo Dairy Ingredients |
Aurivo Animal Feeds | Unit 7A, The Mill Business Park, Dublin Rd, Kilcolman, Ballaghadereen, Co. Roscommon, Ireland | Aurivo Animal Feeds |
Homeland, Ballaghaderreen | 4 College Ct, Ballaghaderreen, Co. Roscommon, F45 DR13, Ireland | Address: Homeland, Ballaghaderreen, Roscommon - F45 F684 Opening Hours: |
Homeland, Ballina | Crossmolina Rd, Ballina, Co. Mayo, Ireland | Address: Crossmolina Road, Co. Mayo, F26 K288 Opening Hours: |
Homeland, Castlebar | Glencar, Fortfield, Moneenbradagh, Castlebar, Co. Mayo, Ireland | Address: Co. Mayo, F23 H283 Opening Hours: |
Homeland Plus, Westport | 5 Castlebar Rd, Carrowbeg, Westport, Co. Mayo, Ireland | Address: Lodge Road, Westport, Co. Mayo, F28 XH51 Opening Hours: |
Homeland, Swinford | 2 Fraunhill, Swineford, Co. Mayo, Ireland | Address: Co. Mayo, F12 WF98 Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Achonry | Achonry, Co. Sligo, Ireland | Address: Achonry, TUBBERCURRY CO. SLIGO F56 R275 Opening Hours: |
Homeland Plus, Deep Water Quay, Sligo | Icos House, Finisklin Rd, Cartron, Sligo, Ireland | Address: Deep Water Quay, Sligo, F91 HR53 Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Athleague | R362, Co. Roscommon, Ireland | Address: Co. Roscommon, F42 WY64 Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Castlerea | Longford House, Longford, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon, Ireland | Address: Co. Roscommon, F45 A403 Opening Hours: |
Homeland, Rathscanlon | R294, Rathscanlan, Co. Sligo, Ireland | Address: Tubbercurry, Co. Sligo, F91 EP83 Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Riverstown | Cuiltylough, Riverstown, Co. Sligo, Ireland | Address: Co. Sligo, F52 W957 Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Ballymote | R293, Keenaghan, Co. Sligo, Ireland | Address: Co. Sligo, F56 XW26 Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Skreen | N59, Co. Sligo, Ireland | Address: Co. Sligo, F91 RP44 Opening Hours: |
Homeland, Claremorris | 2 Clareville, Clare, Co. Mayo, Ireland | Address: Co. Mayo, F12 XW26 Opening Hours: |
Homeland, Ballinrobe | Abbey View, Abbey Rd, Friarsquarter West, Ballinrobe, Co. Mayo, Ireland | Address: Co. Mayo, F31 VK49 Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Kinlough | 2 Spa Brae, Kinlough, Co. Leitrim, Ireland | Address: Co. Leitrim, F91 RH22 Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Kilbarron | Nagin House, Creevy, Ballyshannon, Co. Donegal, Ireland | Address: Cashelard, Ballyshannon, Co. Donegal, F94 YK33 Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Athlone | Moydrum Rd, Blyry Upper, Athlone, Co. Westmeath, Ireland | Address: Moydrum Business Park, Junction 9, Athlone, Co. Westmeath, N37 FY05 Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Gurteen | R293, Co. Sligo, Ireland | Address: Co. Sligo, F56 E956 Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Killala | Quay Rd, Townplots East, Co. Mayo, Ireland |
Address: The Quay, Killala, F26 X363 Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Boyle | Station Rd, Termon, Co. Roscommon, Ireland | Address: Co. Roscommon, F52 KN28 Opening Hours: |
Homeland, Ballyhaunis | N83, Kilmannin, Co. Mayo, Ireland | Address: Co. Mayo, F35 Y429 Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Easkey | R297, Co. Sligo, Ireland | Address: Castletown, Easkey, Co. Sligo, F26 D681 Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Kiltoghert | R299, Co. Leitrim, Ireland | Address: Carrick-on-Shannon, Co. Leitrim, N41 V677 Opening Hours: |
Homeland, Mohill | 1 Hyde St, Mohill, Co. Leitrim, N41 V6T4, Ireland | Address: Co. Leitrim, N41 VP77 Opening Hours: |
Homeland, Letterkenny | Middle Rd, Ballyboe Lisnenan, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal, Ireland | Address: Middle Road, Ballyraine, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal Opening Hours: |
Homeland, Lifford | Letterkenny Rd, Lifford, Co. Donegal, Ireland | Address: Lifford, Co. Donegal, F93 TC97 Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Creeslough | Sue's Cottage, Rosscad, Creeslough, Co. Donegal, Ireland | Address: Creeslough, Co. Donegal, F92 YH22 Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Ardara | Corner House, The Diamond, Drumbaran, Ardara, Co. Donegal, Ireland | Address: Ardara, Co. Donegal, F94 FT59 Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Omagh | 10 Dromore Rd Retail Park, Omagh BT78 1RE, UK | Address: Dromore Road, Co. Tyrone Opening Hours: |
Homeland, Kerrykeel | R246, Co. Donegal, Ireland | Address: Kerrykeel, Co. Donegal, F92 F766 Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Longford | Cartrongeeragh Business Park, Athlone Road, Cartronageeragh, Co. Longford, Ireland | Address: Athlone Road, Longford Opening Hours: |
Homeland Belmullet | Áras Mhaoilchiaraín, Chapel St, Belmullet, Co. Mayo, Ireland | Address: Belmullet, Co. Mayo, F26 Y6P5 Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri Ballinfull | 1, Carrigeens, Ballinfull, Co. Sligo, F91 K5D7, Ireland | Address: Ballinfull, Co. Sligo, F91 CR29 Opening Hours: |
Aurivo Livestock Mart Ballymote | Laburnum Lodge, Fairgreen Rd, Rathnakelliga, Ballymote, Co. Sligo, Ireland | Manager: Stephen Hannon |
Aurivo Livestock Mart Ballinrobe | Abbey St, Friarsquarter West, Co. Mayo, Ireland | Manager: Tom Mc Guire |
Aurivo Livestock Mart Balla | N60, Co. Mayo, Ireland | Manager: Michael Murphy |
Aurivo Livestock Mart Mohill | 1 Cappagh, Mohill, Co. Leitrim, Ireland | Manager: Stephen Hannon |
