What we're
all about
Growing better together
Fane Valley Today
Formed in 1903 Fane Valley remains 100% farmer owned. The business, which employs over 1,000 people, continues to develop through a strategy of organic growth and targeted acquisitions.
At Fane Valley we see the value of delivering a whole farm approach to sustainable agriculture. That’s why we have brought together our core specialisms to deliver a whole farm approach, known as AgriAdvance, encompassing soil and plant health, animal nutrition and animal health to create a more sustainable and prosperous future for our farmers.
Our focus in food is innovation and sustainability. From the processing of duck, edible offal, breakfast cereals to egg production, we work in partnership with our farmer suppliers to create a trusted ‘farm to fork’ supply chain which provides assurance to our global customer base.
When It All Started
Fane Valley Co-operative Society was formed in 1903 by a group of forward thinking farmers in Counties Monaghan and Armagh. The name of the Co-op was derived from the River Fane whose banks touched upon both counties and the valley through which its peaceful waters flowed.
The business was founded on the co-operative principle that farmers by acting together can achieve greater things than by acting alone. In its formative year the Society purchased 80,441 gallons of milk from members producing 26,813lbs of butter.
Much has progressed in farming and food during the intervening years. A lot has also changed in Fane Valley itself. What remains constant however is the commitment and resolve of the Co-op Board and members to enhance the lives of all those connected with the Society including farmer suppliers, employees and the customers and communities we serve.
Our Purpose
“To advance the interests of farmers and the agricultural industry through the development of growth orientated agri-food businesses and the promotion of best agricultural practice”
Our Values
Trust
Trusting each other and earning the trust of others
Respect
Treat others as we would wish to be treated ourselves
Teamwork
Together we are more effective
Excellence
We aim to exceed expectations and always strive to be better
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