Connolly's Eggs wins M&S Awards at Bord Bia Bloom 2026

Three Irish suppliers have been recognised and celebrated at this year’s Marks & Spencer (M&S) Select Farm Awards.

M&S has recognised three Irish suppliers — Connolly’s Eggs (Co Monaghan), the Dunne Family of Killowen Yoghurts (Co Wexford), and Keelings (Co Dublin) — at the company’s awards, held for the first time at Bord Bia’s Bloom 2026.

The awards celebrate the strong partnerships between M&S and its Irish suppliers, recognising those who are delivering great quality produce while continuing to invest in sustainable and innovative farming practices.

As part of the company's farming commitments, it continues to work closely with its "select farmers" across Ireland, building long-term relationships that support investment, resilience, and the future of farming.

Conolly’s Eggs, a family-run business, has been named the Emerging Talent Award. The award recognises their strong start as an M&S supplier, high standards across modern free-range facilities, and the leadership of the next generation of the family.

Managing every stage of production with a focus on bird welfare, the Connolly family has successfully launched their premium Free Range Large Eggs across all 16 M&S shops in Ireland, meeting top industry accreditations.

Kevin Connolly, of Connolly’s Eggs, said: “We are delighted to receive the Emerging Talent Award from M&S, especially coming so soon after launching our partnership. For a family business that started over 30 years ago with just 300 hens, supplying Marks & Spencer was a dream come true, but being recognised with this award is the icing on the cake. It reflects the hard work our whole family puts in every single day to maintain the highest standards.” 

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The Irish Examiner

Fri, 29 May, 2026 - 17:01

Zoe Geary