Smarter Food

How artificial intelligence is shaping the future of Ireland’s food industry

Ireland’s food sector is at a turning point, with artificial intelligence driving innovation in food formulation, processing, supply chains, and future learning. AI is no longer a concept of tomorrow, it is transforming the way we design, produce, and deliver food today.

Gateways Innovation 2025, hosted by Teagasc, brought together global experts, Irish innovators, and industry leaders for a full day of insights, demos, and discussion at Moorepark Food Research Centre.

Event Highlights:

Keynotes from AI experts including Prof. Barry O’Sullivan (University College Cork), Paul Pierotti (EY), Sarah Bolmer (Triplebar), and Prof. Alex Shenfield (Sheffield Hallam University)
Live Demonstrations of AI at work in spray drying, meat processing and consumer preferences
Panel Discussion with insights from leaders across the food sector

Session 1: Insights from leaders across the food sector with , Aishling Sheridan (Senior Director of Data Science and Engineering, Kerry Group), Pat Mahon (Senior Meat Technologist, Dawn Farms), Oran O’Flynn (Co-Founder and CEO, Talio), and Hilda McCormack (Global Automation and Emerging Technology Lead, Carbery).

Session 2: Fireside chat with keynote speakers on how Ireland’s food and drink sector can fully harness AI

Click here to view the event programme!

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