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Gold Member Case Study - Codd Mushrooms

Codd Mushrooms, founded in 1989 in Tullow, Co. Carlow, has grown from a small shed into a modern facility with 45 growing rooms. Producing over 6,000 tonnes annually and employing 240 people, the company leads in innovation and sustainability in Ireland’s mushroom industry.

Codd Mushrooms staff at the Codd Mushroom plant picking mushrooms
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Codd Family Mushrooms

Sustainability Achievements

In 2024, Codd Mushrooms maintained 100% SHAS certification among its growers and increased the percentage of Leaf Marque-certified growers, surpassing the milestone target by 11.8%.

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Codd Mushrooms maintained its strong commitment to certified sourcing in 2023, with 100% of its growers holding Sustainable Horticulture Assurance Scheme (SHAS) certification - meeting its milestone target.

In 2024, this commitment was further reinforced with the addition of two new growers, both of whom also held SHAS certification. The company made progress on its planned initiative to regularly monitor the certification status of all growers, ensuring continued alignment with evolving quality and sustainability standards.

Maintaining 100% SHAS certification requires continuous effort, as standards such as Global GAP are regularly updated. Codd Mushrooms has highlighted the work involved in supporting growers to adapt their procedures and farm practices to remain compliant. This collaborative approach ensures that all suppliers meet the rigorous requirements of the certification schemes.

In addition to SHAS certification, the company also made notable progress in its Leaf Marque certification efforts. The percentage of growers verified as Leaf members increased from 50% in 2023 to 81.8% in 2024, surpassing the milestone target by 11.8%. Progress was made on the annual initiative to check in with Leaf-certified growers, helping to maintain and improve compliance.

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