Senior Consultant
Unit 5A, Fingal Bay Business Park, Balbriggan Co. Dublin Ireland. K32 EH70
Kieran Forde
Expertise
Livestock consulting
As one of the oldest and most widely practiced methods of agriculture, livestock farming is foundational to global food systems. By providing a rich source of protein and nutrient-dense calories, livestock farming contributes heavily to global food security and poverty reduction. Beyond food production, livestock provides numerous commodities such as wool, leather, milk, and even labour.
The livestock industry is a key economic, cultural, and social driver. According to the FAO, the industry contributes to roughly 40% of agricultural output in developed countries and about 20% in developing ones, supporting the livelihoods of up to 1.3 billion people around the world. Global demand for meat is forecasted to rise by 15% in the next decade, as growing populations require access to healthy and nutrient-rich food sources. Despite this, there are growing concerns over the sustainability and ethics of the livestock industry, with consumers being increasingly motivated by animal welfare on farms, as well as the overall environmental impact of intensive industrialised farming practices.
At Farrelly Mitchell, our livestock consulting team is deeply involved in the sector, offering valuable insights into best livestock practices and areas for operational and technical improvements. Our consultants have extensive, real-world experience in supporting farmers and rural businesses with their animals, covering everything from cattle and pigs, to sheep, horses, goats, and more.
Our livestock consulting services include:
Our food and agribusiness consultants have extensive experience across the livestock industry, having supported businesses in the meat, dairy, and by-product sectors. We pride ourselves on our in-depth regional insights and industry-leading supply chain knowledge, which allows us to quickly identify the challenges that livestock producers face and develop bespoke strategies to solve them. By blending real-world experience with data-driven technologies, we can devise strategies that are informed by real experts and supported by empirical data. Our recent projects in this sector include:
We conducted a pre-feasibility study for a smart livestock farming opportunity in the UAE, including an in-depth market review of competitors and consumer trends, to determine market potential and design a business road map for market entry.
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With decades of experience in the livestock industry, we act as trusted partners to farmers, guiding them as they navigate evolving market trends and tightening regulation. For insightful and actionable livestock consulting, contact us today.







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