18 Dec 2025
Rising Costs Squeeze Butchers
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Irish Butchers Face Mounting Cost Pressures Despite Strong Meat Demand
Irish independent butchers are facing growing financial pressure as rising operating costs, tighter margins and supply-chain challenges weigh on the sector. This is despite continued consumer demand for fresh meat, according to reporting by RTÉ News.
The report highlights that many butchers are grappling with higher energy bills, labour costs and compliance expenses. In addition, they are dealing with elevated wholesale meat prices. Although customer footfall has remained relatively stable, the ability to pass on rising costs to shoppers is increasingly limited. This is particularly true in price-sensitive local markets.
Source article: RTÉ News | 18 December 2025
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