The Wexford Food Producers Network has announced a partnership with FBD Insurance.

The WFPN represents Wexford’s food and beverage production sector since it was set up in 2011.

It has approximately fifty registered members who are formed by Wexford-based sole traders, Micro Enterprises, SME’s and large food and beverage production companies.

FBD, which has worked in the farming, food and hospitality sectors for more than 50 years, said they were "excited" by the new partnership.

Paul Kehoe, Chairperson, The Wexford Food Producers Network, said: “We are delighted to align with FBD in launching this new partnership.

"This is a great opportunity for both organisations, and we look forward to working closely with the team at FBD to support the future development and growth of our organisation, allowing us to provide further opportunities for our members who are so important to us.”

While Patrick Carey, Business Development Manager, FBD Insurance added: “We are delighted to launch this new partnership with The Wexford Food Producers Network, who are committed to supporting the future of Wexford’s food and beverage production sector.

"As an active supporter to the sector and as Ireland’s leading homegrown insurer, we understand the importance of supporting grassroots member-based organisations such as this and the pivotal role that they play in building a sustainable food production sector, with stronger long term economic impact for Wexford based companies and the wider national economy.”

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