Our thinking

Government & multilaterals

Global agri-business M&A, 2013 sector review

Ireland's core expertise in high-quality food production and processing is leading to a rise in M&A investment in the sector. Global agri-business M&A, 2013 sector review.

Our thinking

Farrelly & Mitchell advises Al Wazeen on sale to Ornua (Irish Dairy Board)

Farrelly & Mitchell has acted as advisors to Al Wazeen Trading, in its disposal of three-quarters of its shares to the Irish Dairy Board (IDB).

Government & multilaterals

TAG food management targets profitable growth in local food & beverage

 TAG Food Management has launched a unique local food and beverage investment opportunity in Saudi Arabia and the GCC.

Agribusiness

Malachy Mitchell: “The timing has never been better for us to work in the food security and agriculture sector”

The pandemic has resulted in an increased focus on food security and the basic human needs of the less well-off in society.

Food safety & security

BBC report draws on Farrelly & Mitchell analysis of COVID-19 impact in Arab nations

The impact of coronavirus is being felt worldwide but there are differences in the effects on food security and supply chains specific to regions and individual countries.

Agribusiness

Deep dive Q&A on the financial feasibility of sustainability

Global nutraceuticals knowledge platform interviews Farrelly & Mitchell Managing Director Malachy Mitchell.

Food & beverage

Project UNLOCK – Farrelly & Mitchell chosen to advise on key EU circular economy initiative

Farrelly & Mitchell part of major project to convert poultry feathers from discarded waste into valuable raw materials.

Agribusiness

Farrelly & Mitchell launch controlled environment agriculture report

Farrelly & Mitchell have launched their most recent report on controlled environment agriculture technology.

Food & beverage

Saudi Arabian water scarcity key focus of new report

Impact of Saudi Arabian water scarcity on country’s agrifood prospects the focus of online expert panel discussion

Agribusiness

Appointments announced at Farrelly & Mitchell agri-food specialists

Strategic announcements at Farrelly & Mitchell as global food & agribusiness consultancy continues to expand.

Agribusiness

G20 to hear of waste urgency for global food supply chains

The ongoing global challenge of food loss and waste (FLW) is the subject of a major G20 workshop digital event.

Food & beverage

Food and agri experts convene for landmark World Food Day event

Leaders from the world of food and agriculture took part in event to mark World Food Day and 75th anniversary of UNFAO.

Food & beverage

Farrelly & Mitchell focus on improving food supply lines as report launched

Learning from past disruption to food supply lines is a major theme in a new report into food security by agrifood consultants, Farrelly Mitchell.

Food & beverage

Farrelly & Mitchell announces new appointments

New announcements as food & agribusiness consultancy continues to expand.

Food & beverage

Coronavirus delivers harsh lessons on supply chain complacency

Coronavirus has blindsided the world, but in recent times there has been more than one reminder that unpredictable forces can easily derail ultra-efficient, manmade systems.

Food & beverage

East Africa agri-food summit, hears Farrelly & Mitchell’s views on region’s golden opportunities, trends and future prospects

Malachy Mitchell speaks about the role of East Africa in the global trade of food and agricultural products at the AFTI East Africa Agri Food Trade & Investment Summit.

Agtech & foodtech

Malachy Mitchell shares his views at agri-food trade and investment summit, Dubai, UAE

Malachy Mitchell shared his views on the role of Africa and the impact of consumer trends on agri-food trade across the region.

Food safety & security

Creed confirms investment of €5 million in prepared consumer foods centre

The need for consumer food innovation has been highlighted during the unveiling of a prepared consumer foods centre in Ireland.

Agribusiness

Farrelly & Mitchell advises Savola group on deal to buy 51% of Al Kabeer group

Savola has confirmed the purchase of 51 per cent of Al Kabeer Group in a deal in which Farrelly & Mitchell played a key role as a financial advisers.

Food & beverage

High-value, branded products the future for Irish exports to the Middle East

Population growth is one variable being taken into account in terms of the future of Irish exports to the Middle East.

Agribusiness

UAE’s high hopes for new national Halal certification

UAE has launched its new national Halal certification as it looks to overtake Malaysia as halal leader. Get more Insightful news on topical agrifood themes.

Food & beverage

Rapidly changing retail sector is driving new growth and investment opportunities in food

A new report has highlighted the opportunities in food in the GCC, specicically for supply chain consolidation in the region's food & beverage sector.

Mergers & acquisitions

Food & agribusiness investment seminar

Farrelly & Mitchell hosted a recent food and agribusiness investment seminar. The event was convened for senior Irish and Saudi agri-food decision-makers.

Agribusiness

Joint ventures are best way to tap expanding global markets.

Irish agri-business companies are becoming increasingly active in the M&A space with joint ventures becoming increasing prominent.

Government & multilaterals

Global agri-business M&A, 2013 sector review

Ireland's core expertise in high-quality food production and processing is leading to a rise in M&A investment in the sector. Global agri-business M&A, 2013 sector review.

Our thinking

Farrelly & Mitchell advises Al Wazeen on sale to Ornua (Irish Dairy Board)

Farrelly & Mitchell has acted as advisors to Al Wazeen Trading, in its disposal of three-quarters of its shares to the Irish Dairy Board (IDB).

Government & multilaterals

TAG food management targets profitable growth in local food & beverage

 TAG Food Management has launched a unique local food and beverage investment opportunity in Saudi Arabia and the GCC.

Agribusiness

Coronavirus update: national and regional action needed in Ghana and West Africa

West African nations like Ghana can combat the worst effects of the coronavirus on food supplies if they act on storage and finance.

Food safety & security

Ghana during COVID-19 – Facing up to food supply chain problems

Food supply chain problems associated with the COVID-19 pandemic threaten to disrupt Ghana’s agribusiness progress 

Food safety & security

Six ways COVID-19 is challenging the food processing sector

COVID:19 is challenging food processing, food safety and food quality. Here are six ways the impact is being felt and suggested approaches.

Food safety & security

Climate Change & Crop Contamination: Have You Heard of Aflatoxin?

Do you know how climate change is expected to change its behaviour? It’s time to take a closer look at Aflatoxin. Read more to find out.

Agribusiness

The race to net zero farming systems

The agriculture sector is extremely vulnerable to a changing climate. Already, changes in rainfall in Australia have cut profits across the sector by 23% compared to what could have been achieved in pre-2000 conditions.

Agribusiness

COP 26: Methane Emission Reduction

The recent UN conference on climate change (COP26) led to commitments by key nations on reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions which will have long-term impacts on a wide range of industries.

Agribusiness

Gene editing versus Gene modificatio

Many see the use of genetic modification and gene editing as an attractive means to increase the efficiency of global crop production to meet environmental and economic challenges facing the planet.

Food & beverage

Panic buying food – What are the lessons?

The COVID-19 pandemic has shown that even the most efficient modern supply chains are susceptible to consumer panic buying.

Agribusiness

The role and potential economic impact of cooperatives in Africa

The role and potential economic impact of cooperatives in Africa, our latest blog examines the role of technology in boosting the prospects for cooperatives throughout the continent.

Agribusiness

Running out of fizz – UK food industry impacts of the CO2 shortage

The unfurling carbon dioxide (CO2) crisis could start proving very costly for the meat industry, with pig farms facing the possibility of culling animals if supplies do not improve.

Sustainability & ESG

Can shifting agricultural frontiers be harnessed without accelerating climate change?

t would seem unlikely to suggest an upside to climate change, but a recent academic paper suggests otherwise. A multi-institutional academic report, entitled, the environmental.

Food & beverage

Can African co-ops overtake European counterparts?

Europe belies its status as the smallest continent on the planet for many reasons, and none more so than the performance of its agricultural cooperatives.

Agribusiness

Coffee producers place faith in regenerative agriculture

Regenerative agriculture is seen as a genuine solution as coffee producers battle to protect their crops. But what makes regenerative agriculture so compelling a prospect?

Food safety & security

Climate change effects and the threat to nutritional quality

The potential for foodborne diseases and pathogenic invasions of plant and animal species heightens as temperatures rise and climate change effects take hold.

Food safety & security

Health of children at the heart of UN food safety summit

The UN Food Safety Summit will assess why the food system continues to cause poor diet, malnutrition, undernutrition, obesity and child mortality prevails.

Food & beverage

Home delivery and food service to continue upward post-COVID trends

Home delivery has exploded during the pandemic and now looks set to be one of many enduring post-COVID trends.

Agtech & foodtech

Agtech continues to respond to climate change threat

Investment in agtech is growing as the world scrambles to contain the climate change threat. Discover more Insightful blogs on agrifood.

Sustainability & ESG

Could plant-based foods be tipping point for food and climate security?

Greater consumption of plant-based foods could prive a tipping point in accelerating decarbonisation and improving food security.

Food & beverage

Hunger on the rise following price surge

The jump in global food prices in recent months is testing the capacity of the food system, and a UN report has noted a subsequent rise in the rate of hunger worldwide.

Sustainability & ESG

US report has implications for food sector worldwide

A new report has placed urgency on the US government to reshape the country’s broken food system, but its findings are equally relevant on a global basis.

Sustainability & ESG

Mixed response to EU Common agricultural policy reform deal

Two weeks ago, the EU reached agreement on Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) reform for 2023-2027.

Agribusiness

Agrifood sector fully aware of climate change urgency

Crop diseases have been increasing in severity and scale due to the ongoing impact of climate change.

Food safety & security

Carbon labelling’s time has come

Legislators are looking at carbon labelling to help consumers make more informed choices to reduce carbon emissions.

Food & beverage

What are the prospects for plant-based milks post-pandemic?

The rise of plant-based milk looks set to continue unabated. As we head into a post-pandemic world what are its prospects?

Agribusiness

The future of wheat

Wheat will remain a staple crop for humanity but the capacity for new production systems and potential new uses is set to be the subject of intense research worldwide.

Food & beverage

Can UK farming become greener after the CAP?

Will Brexit provide an opportunity for the UK to develop more radical and greener farm policies? Will they work?

Agtech & foodtech

Can crop mix and AgTech bridge the gap for developing countries?

Research, based on 30 years of geographic data, found that developing countries have capacity to match the agriculture productivity of rich nations.

Agtech & foodtech

AI and Robots: How will they shape the future of farming?

The use of Artificial Intelligence is set to grow rapidly throughout the food supply chain and will offer many opportunities for investors over the coming years.

Food safety & security

Five ways COVID:19 is improving our food supply chains

COVID:19 has brought food security to the fore in the policy agenda of many countries, but agrifood experts have been calling for reforms for a long time.

Sustainability & ESG

Soil sequestration’s role in the battle against climate change

The US government and large food corporations are backing soil sequestration as a tool in the battle against climate change.

Sustainability & ESG

The governments role in fostering ESG policy in agriculture

The potential for ESG policy in shaping the future of agriculture is fully within the grasp of governments.

Food safety & security

The role of smarter food supply chains in curbing food waste

SMART supply chains offer significant potential to reduce waste within the food chain and help limit the impact of the food industry on the environment.

Sustainability & ESG

2021 ESG trends: The cost of failing to integrate sustainability into agribusinesses

Trends show continued momentum behind ethically run food. Failing to integrate sustainability into an investment has consequences.

Food & beverage

Why ESG will continue to influence food industry trends

ESG remains one of the world's strongest food industry trends as sustainability and environmental concerns increasingly inform purchasing decisions.

Agtech & foodtech

Tapping into the potential of agriculture and decentralised energy

The intersect between decentralised energy and agriculture fits with the world’s ambitions on climate and food security 

Agtech & foodtech

Significant investment suggests credibility of vertical farming systems

Controlled environment agriculture, and particularly vertical farming has caught the eye of investors, but what are its pluses and minuses?  

Agribusiness

Access to finance – transforming the story of African agribusiness

Agriculture finance is a contentious issue in Africa, as it continues to face challenges in unlocking the capital required to meet its potential. 

Sustainability & ESG

A dilemma for ESG investors: Balancing local food autonomy and global supply chain advantages

Food production has a wide range of impacts which are difficult to measure, making it unclear whether individual investment in food meet ESG criteria.

Food & beverage

Immediate challenges kick in as ‘Brexit effect’​ hits food supply chains

Brexit’s impact on food supply chains is already apparent, and the system will have to adapt a re-engineered resiliency. 

Food safety & security

Pandemic increases Middle East food security focus

Agrifood investment steps up in response to COVID disruption. Middle East nations step up activities to shore up food security.

Food & beverage

Saudi Arabia water supply gains as food challenges mount

Saudi Arabia is proactive in protecting its water supply in terms of its relationship with agriculture, with land acquisiton and agtech key.

Agribusiness

Can African agribusiness access the credit needed to transform?

African agriculture funding has always proven difficult. Significantly the technology now exists to support access to investment.

Food safety & security

Sustainability a key industry ingredient for food security

The role sustainability plays in a healthy and balanced food supply chain for food industry stakeholders is increasingly recognised. 

Food safety & security

Clamping down on global food waste to protect food security

Global food waste is under more scrutiny as the pandemic exposes supply line flaws. China, the US and UK are all impacted differently. 

Food safety & security

Farrelly & Mitchell analysis: Lebanon explosion exposes lack of food security plan

Lebanon’s social and political problems had put the country in a precarious position, but the Beirut explosion has exposed a long-term neglect of food security. 

Our thinking

Is Covid-19 accelerating ESG investment in food and agribusiness?

Will Covid-19 accelerate the adoption of ESG practices as investors become more aware of the impact ESG investment is having? 

Food safety & security

Covid-19 presents chance to build a more resilient food system

The global pandemic is testing the merits of the global food supply chain. Can coronavirus make for a more resilient system? 

Agribusiness

Newly unveiled EU Farm to Fork Strategy set to transform agriculture in Europe

The EU’s Farm to Fork Strategy is set to transform food and agriculture in Europe, with Farrelly & Mitchell well positioned to navigate clients in this new era. 

Food & beverage

East African food safety and security threatened by plague of locusts

Food safety and overall food security in East Africa is under threat. Conditions, accelerated by climate change has led to locusts. 

Food & beverage

Coronavirus in Saudi Arabia: perishable goods could take a hit

Saudi Arabia’s food supply chains are being impacted by the coronavirus. How is the kingdom managing the threat and what changes are likely to result? 

Food & beverage

COVID-19 accelerates existing trends in consumer behaviour – How can food companies respond?

Agribusiness

Coronavirus update: national and regional action needed in Ghana and West Africa

West African nations like Ghana can combat the worst effects of the coronavirus on food supplies if they act on storage and finance.

Food safety & security

Ghana during COVID-19 – Facing up to food supply chain problems

Food supply chain problems associated with the COVID-19 pandemic threaten to disrupt Ghana’s agribusiness progress 

Food safety & security

Six ways COVID-19 is challenging the food processing sector

COVID:19 is challenging food processing, food safety and food quality. Here are six ways the impact is being felt and suggested approaches.

Food safety & security

Water Shortages Drive Switch from Irrigation to Hydroponics

Dwindling water resources have persuaded the government of Saudi Arabia to shut down the domestic production of low-value irrigated crops. 

Our thinking

Risk and Reward in the Saudi Poultry Sector

The Middle East poultry market is seen as attractive for investors but competition and disease risks need to be minimised. 

Agribusiness

Are the Major Dairy Exporters to China Overlooking a Key Feature of the Market?

The opportunity for exporters of dairy products to China is huge. However, the vast majority of the population are lactose intolerant.

Agribusiness

Growing demand for mankind’s most important source of calories

The rice market is significant as it is the world’s most important staple food, grown in over 100 countries & consumed by half the world’s population daily.

Sustainability & ESG

A sustainable green revolution for Africa

Rather than copying India’s Green Revolution, African countries should learn from those mistakes, look to raise productivity levels without harming natural resources. 

Food safety & security

Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and food security

How can the impact of foreign investment be optimised to maximise benefits in terms of food security, while at the same time minimising risks to all stakeholders? 

Food safety & security

Five ways COVID-19 is impacting the food industry.

Over one year on from when COVID-19 began to take hold, we look at the most defining patterns of impact on the food industry. 

Food safety & security

Ghana can help feed Africa

Progressive Ghana's agriculture resources makes it highly sought after in terms of sector investment and it is leading by example in Africa.

Food safety & security

Growing demand for mankind’s most important source of calories

The rice market is significant as it is the world’s most important staple food, grown in over 100 countries and consumed by half the world’s population daily. 

Agtech & foodtech

The growth of hydroponics in the GCC

Hydroponics, the soil-less method of growing crops, is becoming increasingly important in Middle East countries. The technology improves food security and preserves water. 

Agribusiness

Five strategies to help agri-food sector businesses navigate the COVID 19 crisis

The world is in the midst of the Covid-19 (coronavirus) outbreak. How are farming and agricultural stakeholders responding to the crisis? 

Food safety & security

Reducing Food Loss to Combat Food Insecurity

Food insecurity can be tackled through investment and policy innovations in developing countries, and systemic shift in attitudes in developed countries. 

Food & beverage

What now for The food sector? – 5 trading update takeaways

What is the nature of the agrifood industry COVID response? Industry trading updates show how Covid-19 continues to affect the food and agribusiness in Q2 of 2020.

Mergers & acquisitions

Pause on agribusiness investment as COVID-19 eats away at certainties

Coronavirus is proving the ultimate disruptor for food and agribusiness industries. How does it impact investment? 

Agtech & foodtech

Blockchain in agriculture: solving agri-food supply chain Issues with new-tech

How can blockchain technology help address some of the challenges faced by the highly complex global agri-food supply chain? We take a look at some benefits and considerations. 

Food & beverage

Poultry Import Drivers in the GCC

The GCC imports almost $2.8 billion of poultry meat annually to satisfy local demand. However, traditional exporters are under increasing pressure from different forces.

Government & multilaterals

The post-Brexit agriculture bill – paving the way

What are the implications of the post-Brexit agriculture bill for the UK as the country gets to grips with farming after leaving the EU?

Food safety & security

COVID-19 prompts Saudi food security focus

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s dependence on imports to feed its population means food security has long been a strategic priority for the government. 

Food safety & security

Addressing the Root Causes of Food Inflation in the MENA

Countries in Middle East and North Africa are susceptible to food inflation. Research shows that modernisation should be promoted instead of food subsidies & short-term solutions, which worsen the problem. 

Sustainability & ESG

The Importance of ESG Due Diligence in Agri-Investing

Environmental, social and governance (ESG) due diligence is vital for businesses in terms of attracting investment, maintaining reputation and performance improvement. 

Sustainability & ESG

The importance of sustainable food production

Sustainable food production benefits economies and the planet, reducing the impact of global climate change while increasing food security. 

Government & multilaterals

Food technology for food security in Africa

Food and agricultural technology has an important role to play in increasing production to match the demand for food from a growing population in Africa. 

Sustainability & ESG

How can food supply chains become more sustainable?

Society is increasingly rewarding ethical practice in food supply chains, where environmental, social and economically sustainable practices are demonstrated. 

Food safety & security

Greater supply chain transparency is good for business and consumers

The trend towards greater food supply chain transparency has highly beneficial outcomes for all stakeholders in the food industry. 

Agtech & foodtech

Farming the “data”

A move towards a totally mechanised poultry industry is becoming attractive to break the chain of inefficiency & increase return from expensive feed. 

Food & beverage

The processed food industry: how does it meet the consumer perception challenges?

Studies show varying levels of understanding as to what processed food is and the associated health benefits. We investigate what this means for the industry. 

Food & beverage

Vegan revolution: 4 trends affecting agriculture investments and production

With veganism on the rise, the shift towards sustainability is disrupting the industry. We examine trends affecting agriculture investments and production.   

Food & beverage

What to Expect in the Food & Beverage industry in 2018?

There is an emerging consumer demand for food and beverage industry products that are healthy, convenient and trustworthy. 

Agribusiness

Innovation intermediaries help collaborative food SMEs to create a bigger pie

Open innovation is a new-product and process development model, whereby firms use external ideas, as well as internal ideas, to advance their offering. Open innovation is a new-product and process development model, whereby firms use external ideas, as well as internal ideas, to advance their offering. 

Food & beverage

Exotic Fruits in the European Market

One of the main fruit trends emerging in 2017 has been the inclination of consumers to shift towards healthier fruit-based snacks. 

Food & beverage

Snack Foods See Continued Disruption

Thanks to our hectic lifestyles, the food industry is no longer about inventing the next big meal idea, but about coming up with the next big snack. 

Agtech & foodtech

Agriculture disruption: can agtech help to feed a changing world?

Agriculture was once an industry exclusively for farmers with generations of knowledge and expertise. But now entrepreneurs and investors are coming from all angles to enter the industry. And the reason lies in Agtech.

Mergers & acquisitions

Key Success Factors for Investment in International Agricultural Land

In terms of items to consider when investing in farmland, risk identification is vital to agriculture investment strategy.

Food & beverage

Organic Food Market Set for Growth

With the rise of health and environmentally conscious consumers, niche organic food markets are set to debut in the mainstream

Food & beverage

The Turmeric Trend – A powerful super spice

Spice's medicinal qualities are putting it centre stage. Is there a link between Indian cuisine and the country’s low Alzheimer incidence?

Food safety & security

New Food Distribution Model is Good For Business & Consumer

Food products begin to decay the moment they are harvested or slaughtered, so to maximise their commercial value, shelf life must be extended by optimising food distribution. 

Food & beverage

Sugar Rush or Sugar Push

While some segments of the sugar free-from category have been experiencing exponential growth, recent data shows that industry sales have gone down 1% in the past year

Mergers & acquisitions

Key Trends in Global Agri-Food Investment

The appetite for agri-food investment has exploded in the last two decades and is seeing no sign of slowing down. What is driving the surge? 

Sustainability & ESG

Ancient Grains – A Rising Trend

What are ancient grains and what's driving their popularity? Although the Whole Grains Council attempts to define, no agreed clear definition exists.

Agribusiness

Asia powers global flour market

The global flour market is predicted to grow by over 4% CAGR to US$255 billion by 2020. However, not all geographies and segments are experiencing such exponential growth. 

Agtech & foodtech

Is Agtech the Answer to Smarter Farming & Food Production?

Agtech investment has been the subject of renewed focus from investors, but can this technology deliver on its promise to transform the agri-food sector? 

Agribusiness

Soft Due Diligence Should Deliver Hard Results for Food & Agribusiness Deals

Due diligence, properly applied, equals an informed client. It is essential when evaluating an agribusiness acquisition.

Agribusiness

Refocusing international farmland investment

The case for adopting a holistic agribusiness perspective to investments in farmland is growing in strength.

Food & beverage

Food packaging is critical to consumer purchasing decisions

Price and quality are the primary factors that influence consumers’ food purchasing decisions; however food packaging power is growing in influence.

Mergers & acquisitions

Private equity finds fertile ground in Africa

The difficulty of raising capital for the agri-food sector in sub-Saharan Africa has created an opportunity for private equity investors. 

Agtech & foodtech

Mobile Tech Drive Consumer Food Trend

In the emerging global economic landscape, higher disposable incomes will enable consumers to spend more on dining out options. Food tech has a role to play in meeting new demand. 

Sustainability & ESG

Emerging Markets Drive Feed Industry Growth

Strong population growth and rising incomes suggest a positive growth outlook for the animal feed industry in both emerging and developing regions.

Agribusiness

EU dairy sector must proceed boldly – but cautiously – in post-quota era

There will be some clear winners, but many losers as the EU dairy market quota system is abolished, creating an industry that is closer to the New Zealand model 

Food & beverage

Saudi Soft Drinks Market Continues to Fizz

Despite a high volume of recent regulations, the future of the soft drinks industry in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia looks bright 

Food & beverage

UAE Positions Itself as Global Hub for Halal Products

The halal market is growing steadily and the UAE wants to position itself as a global hub for halal-based products challenging Malaysia's dominance.

Food safety & security

Water Shortages Drive Switch from Irrigation to Hydroponics

Dwindling water resources have persuaded the government of Saudi Arabia to shut down the domestic production of low-value irrigated crops. 

Our thinking

Risk and Reward in the Saudi Poultry Sector

The Middle East poultry market is seen as attractive for investors but competition and disease risks need to be minimised. 

Agribusiness

Are the Major Dairy Exporters to China Overlooking a Key Feature of the Market?

The opportunity for exporters of dairy products to China is huge. However, the vast majority of the population are lactose intolerant.

Agribusiness

The future of protein: trends, challenges and opportunities in the global protein industry

Demand for protein is undergoing a period of unprecedented growth presenting opportunities for efficiencies diversification & innovation. Read our analysis. 

Food & beverage

Halal products market: how Dubai is seizing the initiative

The global Halal industry hit a value of $2.5 trillion in 2019 with the UAE becoming a hub for Halal products and manufacturers. Read our in-depth feature. 

Food & beverage

GCC food industry: opportunities for supply chain consolidation

Uncertainties around price, supply and demand in the GCC food industry presents supply chain opportunities. Read our in-depth analysis and outlook. 

Food safety & security

Supply chains & food security: assessing the impact of disruptive forces

Thanks to coronavirus the spotlight is again on human supply chains & food security. This report looks at what we can learn from past disruption & best practice.

Food safety & security

Getting the balance right: Water resources and food security in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia has a perennial issue that threatens its food security – scarcity of water supply. The need to increase self-sufficiency means strategising for this limited resource. 

Food safety & security

How to reduce food waste and loss: a different approach

One-third of the world’s food gets wasted while millions go hungry. We take a global look at the paradox that is food waste and loss and its impacts. 

Food safety & security

How Africa can feed the world: food security and sustainable agriculture

Africa is on the path to self-sufficiency. The road ahead is uncertain, and food security issues need to be addressed. Read our in-depth report. 

Food & beverage

Food and beverage trends 2019: how changing consumer preferences are influencing M&A

Changing consumer preferences are driving companies to take action. Read our report on the Food and Beverage Trends that are influencing M&A. 

Agribusiness

Bakery industry trends: a paradox of preferences

How is the Global Bakery Industry Being Shaped by Changing Consumer Preferences? Explore with our Bakery Industry 2019 Trends report. 

Agribusiness

The future of protein: trends, challenges and opportunities in the global protein industry

Demand for protein is undergoing a period of unprecedented growth presenting opportunities for efficiencies diversification & innovation. Read our analysis. 

Food & beverage

Halal products market: how Dubai is seizing the initiative

The global Halal industry hit a value of $2.5 trillion in 2019 with the UAE becoming a hub for Halal products and manufacturers. Read our in-depth feature. 

Food & beverage

GCC food industry: opportunities for supply chain consolidation

Uncertainties around price, supply and demand in the GCC food industry presents supply chain opportunities. Read our in-depth analysis and outlook. 

Mergers & acquisitions

Saudi F&B market: addressing health and wellness as the new growth wave

Chaitanya GRK of Farrelly & Mitchell explores how demographics, economic indicators and health challenges are shaping the need for healthy food in Saudi Arabia.

Food safety & security

COVID-19 – how it impacts our food supply chains

Covid-19 has prompted deep analysis of global food supply chains in a bid to reduce food waste & protect the vulnerable.

Agtech & foodtech

Shifting minds to shape the future food system from farm to fork

Scope for improvement in agriculture and food outcomes within the grasp of the Middle East and African nations who work together and pool their collective strengths.

Food safety & security

Specialised focus on food safety and food security by Farrelly & Mitchell

Food safety, nutrition and food security are closely linked and are critical elements for governments to consider within their agri-food regulatory systems.

Food & beverage

Why neglect of sustainability can lead to reputational damage for agribusinesses

Our due diligence service aims at identifying risks, qualifying opportunities, validating and supporting the valuation process and identifying integration synergies.

Food & beverage

Translating strategy to a frontline activity for food and agribusiness sector clients

Farrelly & Mitchell create sustained value by translating strategy to a frontline activity for food and agribusiness sector clients.

Food & beverage

Building a clear picture for agrifood projects – feasibility & financial modelling

We help build a clear picture of the market to develop a platform for a solid business case through its agribusiness feasibility and financial modelling service.

Agribusiness

Market intelligence & insights essential to effective food and agribusiness projects

Farrelly & Mitchell’s market trend & analysis consulting is built on decades of food and agribusiness sector knowledge.

Agribusiness

Enable informed growth decisions by leveraging our agriculture & food expert insights

Farrelly & Mitchell’s sustainability due diligence service is aligned to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Food & beverage

Chaitanya GRK of Farrelly & Mitchell UAE on the prospects for the MENA agrifood sector

Farrelly & Mitchell UAE’s Regional Director Chaitanya GRK on the work of the consultancy in the UAE and MENA region.

Food & beverage

Najeeb Alhumaid speaks on the challenges & opportunities in Saudi’s agrifood sector

Najeeb Alhumaid, Partner, Farrelly & Mitchell KSA speaks about the consultancy’s work in Saudi Arabia and the Middle East.

Agribusiness

Farrelly & Michell’s Stephen Awuah on the prospects for food & agribusiness in Africa

Farrelly & Mitchell Africa's Stephen Awuah speaks about the company’s consultancy work in west and sub-Saharan Africa.

Food & beverage

Impact of water policy on the agricultural landscape of Saudi Arabia

A look at the issue of water scarcity in Saudi Arabia and aligning clients to adapt to policy change.

Food & beverage

Malachy Mitchell, food and agribusiness expert, speaks about the future of food

Farrelly & Mitchell MD Malachy Mitchell speaks about the future of food and opportunities arising from the dominant trends.

Sustainability & ESG

The importance of building sustainability & ESG into your food or agribusiness

Our food sustainability consultants are present in Africa, Europe, and the Middle East part of our extended team of 300 experts worldwide. 

Agtech & foodtech

Identifying the most suitable Agtech & foodtech for your food or agribusiness

Agtech and food tech consulting has grown in significance as humanity turns to technology to solve complex agri-food challenges.

Government & multilaterals

Sector specific guidance on agrifood projects for government & multilaterals

Government agency and DFI clients face public scrutiny when making decisions in the realm of food and agribusiness.

Food safety & security

Benefit from Farrelly & Mitchell’s sector focus in food security and food safety

Policymakers and businesses benefit from Farrelly & Mitchell’s dedicated sector focus and food security consulting acumen.

Food & beverage

Dedicated food & beverage consultants key to effect guidance

Farrelly & Mitchell’s food and beverage consultants have a strong track record in quality and efficiency guidance.

Agribusiness

The need for specialised consultancy in agribusiness, an exciting but complex sector

Dedicated agribusiness expertise helps navigate complex local and global sector challenges and seize growth opportunities.

Mergers & acquisitions

Dedicated agribusiness expertise feeds successful mergers & acquisitions

Technological innovations and emerging trends are creating opportunities for mergers and acquisitions in the agrifood space.

Agribusiness

How Farrelly & Mitchell can help you grow, invest and improve efficiencies

Farrelly & Mitchell’s experts help clients seeking to investigate new opportunities for growth, invest in new targets or sell current assets.

Mergers & acquisitions

Malachy Mitchell – how to make your mark in a market on the move

Malachy Mitchell, Managing Director, Farrelly & Mitchell discusses meat and dairy exports trends in the Middle East in this Food Navigator feature.

Agribusiness

Project Harvest – high impact integrated rice farming & milling value chain in Ghana

Farrelly & Mitchell’s agribusiness consultancy recently performed significant projects in upwardly mobile Ghana.

Mergers & acquisitions

Saudi F&B market: addressing health and wellness as the new growth wave

Chaitanya GRK of Farrelly & Mitchell explores how demographics, economic indicators and health challenges are shaping the need for healthy food in Saudi Arabia.

Food safety & security

COVID-19 – how it impacts our food supply chains

Covid-19 has prompted deep analysis of global food supply chains in a bid to reduce food waste & protect the vulnerable.

Agtech & foodtech

Shifting minds to shape the future food system from farm to fork

Scope for improvement in agriculture and food outcomes within the grasp of the Middle East and African nations who work together and pool their collective strengths.

Food & beverage

Meat and dairy exports to the Middle East

This presentation provides a checklist to companies who want to expand in the Middle East, by way of our own experience.

Food & beverage

Innovation in food SMEs

How partnering can overcome obstacles to SME food innovation. There is relatively low engagement in partnering or strategic alliances for SMEs. How partnering can overcome obstacles to SME food innovation. There is relatively low engagement in partnering or strategic alliances for SMEs.

Sustainability & ESG

Saudi F&B market – addressing health and wellness as the new growth wave

Chaitanya GRK of Farrelly & Mitchell, explores how demographics, economic indicators and health challenges are shaping the need for healthy food in Saudi Arabia.

Agribusiness

Benefits of completing commercial & technical due diligence

Malachy Mitchell explores how Soft Due Diligence leads to hard result. Presenting our approach and the benefits thereof

Food safety & security

Challenges for FLW infrastructure & logistics in GCC

Najeeb AlHumaid, Senior Manager, Farrelly & Mitchell, looks at the issues contributing to food loss and waste in GCC

Food safety & security

Food security: global trends & opportunities seminar

Malachy Mitchell, Managing Director, Farrelly & Mitchell - provides an overview of the agri-food investment environment

Mergers & acquisitions

Food & agribusiness trade & investment opportunities

Malachy Mitchell reveals how balancing demand generation and ensuring supplies to meet demand is key for success

Mergers & acquisitions

IPO – a journey of value creation for food companies

We are seeing increasing interest by many of our clients in Europe and the Middle East in IPOs, the next stage in their company’s development. 

Agribusiness

Sudan – a land of high potential but low productivity

Michael Sweeney, Senior Resercher, Farrelly & Mitchell, on how investment in Sudan’s agricultural sector offers the potential for lucrative returns.

Agribusiness

East Africa’s role in GCC food & Agribusiness future prospects

An overview of East Africa Food & Agricultural trade and how East Africa can supply affluent and high growth to GCC consumer goods market

Food & beverage

Meat and dairy exports to the Middle East

This presentation provides a checklist to companies who want to expand in the Middle East, by way of our own experience.

Food & beverage

Innovation in food SMEs

How partnering can overcome obstacles to SME food innovation. There is relatively low engagement in partnering or strategic alliances for SMEs. How partnering can overcome obstacles to SME food innovation. There is relatively low engagement in partnering or strategic alliances for SMEs.

Sustainability & ESG

Saudi F&B market – addressing health and wellness as the new growth wave

Chaitanya GRK of Farrelly & Mitchell, explores how demographics, economic indicators and health challenges are shaping the need for healthy food in Saudi Arabia.