Food Starter Programme
LEARN WHAT IT TAKES TO START A FOOD BUSINESS
Provided by Local Enterprise Office
How to apply
Apply on the official National Enterprise Hub listing — applications and eligibility are administered by Local Enterprise Office, not Tenderwatch.
Apply on neh.gov.ieAbout this support
The Food Starter Programme helps you understand the food sector in Ireland and what you need to consider before launching your business. Through practical online sessions, you’ll learn about the key steps involved in setting up a food production enterprise, from developing your idea to understanding the requirements of the industry.
Who is it for?
Talk to us if you are: At an early stage of starting a food business Developing a food product idea you want to explore Researching what is involved in setting up a food production business Considering working for yourself in the food sector Here are all the terms and conditions .
At a glance
- Provider
- Local Enterprise Office
- Type
- Education & Training
- Categories
- Education & Training
- Industries
- Food
- Business size
- Less than 10 Employees
- Source
- National Enterprise Hub
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Auto-imported fromneh.gov.ie. First seen 7 May 2026; last verified 12 October 2026. Always check the official listing on the National Enterprise Hub before applying — eligibility and amounts change without notice.