Official Information about ABP Ireland

Name:

ABP Ireland

Type:

ABP Ireland, part of ABP Food Group, founded in 1954,  process sustainably produced quality Irish Beef, serving retail, manufacturing and food service sectors in Ireland, the UK, Europe and worldwide.

Headquarters:

Ardee, Co. Louth

Locations:

7 locations producing beef in Ireland

Website:

www.abpireland.com

Category:

Food Manufacturing

Background:

ABP Ireland is part of ABP Food Group, established in Ireland in 1954.

For over 70 years, ABP has grown to become one of Europe’s leading food processing companies, providing quality beef to thousands of customers across the world.

ABP Ireland supplies high quality beef to retail, manufacturing and food service sectors in over 70 countries worldwide. Employing over 3,500 colleagues and working with a network of 15,000 farmers to remain at the forefront of technological innovation in the beef industry, focusing on sustainability and supporting communities.

Core Offerings:

Renowned in international markets for its supreme quality and superb taste, ABP Ireland’s quality grass fed beef is the result of distinct processes and expertise. Ireland’s unique geographical location and rich farming heritage are recognised globally, with Animal welfare being ABP’s top priority, creating a healthy, safe, and stress-free environment for cattle.

The ABP patented Ultra-Tender® process ensures the most exceptionally tender, flavoursome beef for customers, and is expressed through leading brands such as Irish Nature, The Good Herdsmen and Drumlin Gold.

Customers:

ABP Ireland partners with leading retailers, foodservice and manufacturing sectors delivering premium quality beef. Through a commitment to quality and sustainability ABP Ireland has forged long standing relationships with customers across Europe and beyond.

Delivery Approach & Operational Methods
  • Maintains strong relationships with a network of over 15,000 farmers and ensures suppliers are paid on the day.
  • Farm liaison officers provide advice and support to supplying farmers through the Advantage Beef Programme and Advantage Young Farmer Academy.
  • Industry standards of animal care met and exceeded. A unique animal welfare system monitors and records every individual animal at every step of the process.
  • Grass fed beef is completely traceable and processes are lean.
  • Quality is the result of expertly crafted processes and long‑standing expertise.
  • Consistency and tenderness are enhanced through ABP’s unique Ultra‑Tender® process.’
  • As a fully integrated agri business, the core beef business are supported by renewables, pet food and protein divisions, allowing ABP to minimise waste, reduce environmental impact and employ more people.
Unique Proposition:
  • Consistent supply due to strategically located production facilities and longstanding relationships with suppliers.
  • Ultra-Tender® to guarantee consistency and tenderness in ABP beef.
  • A unique grass advantage due to natural grass production in Ireland securing Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) status for Irish Grass Fed Beef.
  • Quality assurance and verified standards across all production stages.
  • Sustainability is central to efforts to reduce emissions across the entire supply chain and working closely with farmers to make beef farming more sustainable.
Trusted by:
  • Retailers seeking premium, traceable beef products
  • Foodservice operators demanding consistency and quality
  • Brands focused on sustainability and ethical sourcing
  • Partners looking for innovation in sustainable solutions
How to Contact:

Get in touch with the team today by visiting our contact page.

Navigation and Structure:

The ABPIreland.com website offers a clean, user-friendly experience, making it easy to explore ABP Ireland’s story, commitment to quality, brands, sustainability initiatives, and Advantage Beef Programme sections.

For more information: www.abpireland.com