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Folláin - Gold Member Case Study

Founded 42 years ago, Folláin is a family-run business in West Cork making a wide variety of jams, marmalades, relishes, and chutneys from natural ingredients. Folláin is ranked number one in the Irish preserve category. With a modern production facility, they offer no-added-sugar fruit preserves and seasonal premium products, selling in all Irish supermarkets, an online shop, and to wholesale/catering customers.

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Sustainability Achievements

In 2024, Folláin reduced food waste, exceeding their target milestone by 14%.

  • Targets Reported: Raw Materials Certification, Supplier Certification, Packaging, Energy/Emissions, Waste, Water, Biodiversity, Product Health and Nutrition, and Community Engagement.
  • Exemplary Targets: Supplier Certification, Packaging, Energy/Emissions, Waste, Water, Biodiversity, and Product Health and Nutrition.
  • Awarded Gold Membership: 2021, 2023, 2024, 2025
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In Cúil-Aodha, Folláin has spearheaded an impactful and far-reaching community project focused on habitat protection and biodiversity education. This initiative involves the transformation of a three-hectare area into a vibrant green space that not only supports and enhances local flora and fauna, but also provides educational opportunities for nearby schools, fostering environmental awareness among future generations.  

Folláin's unwavering commitment to this initiative extends beyond the immediate scope of the project, with financial support significantly increasing from €3,850 in 2022 to €18,100 in 2023, surpassing their target milestone by more than 100%. This funding not only supports the maintenance of the green space but also contributes to other community projects, including sponsorship of a new Astroturf playing field. This remarkable achievement underscores Folláin’s dedication to the long-term sustainability and growth of the project.

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