Creating a legacy through trust
We work with farmers who are as passionate about their produce as we are.
Click here to read John's story
John’s experience of running his own farm now spans 35 years. And before he took over the farm he worked on other farms, including much bigger ones in Cork.
“It was a little different,” John said. “But it was great experience to bring back to Donegal.”
“I have very fond memories of working on the farm alongside my father as a child. I loved digging for spuds. But I have to admit it was a lot different back then. There wasn’t that much to do, not like today.
“Back then, the farm was only on lease, but we eventually became owners and grew it by buying more pieces. After my father passed away, I was farming on my own with my mother, but I would have taken over the farm at some stage anyway.”
John’s son, John Jr, followed in his father’s footsteps though he travelled much farther afield to gain experience. He spent a year working on a dairy farm in New Zealand before returning to his hometown.
John Sr. says the learnings his son brought back from that year have had a positive impact on the business. And there’s no doubt in his mind that the farm will be in the name of a John Russell for another generation.
“His impact is definitely felt,” John said. “His wife also has a degree in Agriculture, and they now have a boy and a girl so it should be in their blood too!”
John Russell
Dairy farmer; 160 cows / Manorcunningham, Co Donegal
Click here to read John's story
John’s experience of running his own farm now spans 35 years. And before he took over the farm he worked on other farms, including much bigger ones in Cork.
“It was a little different,” John said. “But it was great experience to bring back to Donegal.”
“I have very fond memories of working on the farm alongside my father as a child. I loved digging for spuds. But I have to admit it was a lot different back then. There wasn’t that much to do, not like today.
“Back then, the farm was only on lease, but we eventually became owners and grew it by buying more pieces. After my father passed away, I was farming on my own with my mother, but I would have taken over the farm at some stage anyway.”
John’s son, John Jr, followed in his father’s footsteps though he travelled much farther afield to gain experience. He spent a year working on a dairy farm in New Zealand before returning to his hometown.
John Sr. says the learnings his son brought back from that year have had a positive impact on the business. And there’s no doubt in his mind that the farm will be in the name of a John Russell for another generation.
“His impact is definitely felt,” John said. “His wife also has a degree in Agriculture, and they now have a boy and a girl so it should be in their blood too!”
FARMER PROFILES
‘We work with our farmers; it’s all about teamwork. It is all a collaboration between ourselves and the farmers.’
Latest News
Aurivo Consumer Foods scoops top prize at inaugural Irish Private Label and Contract Manufacturer Awards
Aurivo Consumer Foods has received the prestigious Dairy Private Label Manufacturer of the Year Award at the inaugural Irish Private Label and Contract Manufacturer Awards 2021.
Aurivo 10k In A Day for Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind
Aurivo employees along with their friends & family (including canine family members!) will be running, walking or jogging 10K in a day to raise vital funds for our charity partner starting the week of 10/10/21.
Great Taste Awards 2021
Aurivo Consumer Foods business has once again taken home top prizes at the internationally renowned Great Taste Awards 2021, achieving star ratings for three of its Connacht Gold butter products and its organic milk, Organic For Us.
Aurivo House
Finisklin,
Sligo.
Phone: 071 9186500
Fax: 071 9185239
Email: [email protected]
Aurivo Animal Feeds
Ballaghaderreen,
Co. Roscommon
Phone: 094 9860234
Fax: 094 9860238
Email: [email protected]
Aurivo Consumer Foods
Finisklin,
Sligo.
Phone: 071 9160883
Email: [email protected]
Web: connachtgoldfoods.ie
Aurivo Dairy Ingredients
Ballaghaderreen,
Co. Roscommon
Phone: 094 9860114
Fax: 094 9860157
Email: [email protected]
Aurivo House
Finisklin, Sligo.
Phone: 071 9186500 | Fax: 071 9185239
Email: [email protected]
| Title | Address | Description |
|---|---|---|
Aurivo House | Finisklin Business Park, Finisklin, Sligo, Ireland | Aurivo House |
Aurivo Dairy Ingredients | Aurivo Dairy Ingredients, Lung, Ballaghaderreen, Co. Roscommon, Ireland | Aurivo Dairy Ingredients |
Aurivo Animal Feeds | Unit 7A, The Mill Business Park, Dublin Rd, Kilcolman, Ballaghadereen, Co. Roscommon, Ireland | Aurivo Animal Feeds |
Homeland, Ballaghaderreen | 4 College Ct, Ballaghaderreen, Co. Roscommon, F45 DR13, Ireland | Contact Name: Francis McDonagh Farm Commercial Specialist: Gary Keane Opening Hours: Monday - Friday - 9am-5.30pm |
Homeland, Ballina | Crossmolina Rd, Ballina, Co. Mayo, Ireland | Contact Name: Donal Tuohy Address: Crossmolina Rd, Ballina, Co Mayo. Farm Commercial Specialist: Gary Keane Opening Hours: |
Homeland, Castlebar | Glencar, Fortfield, Moneenbradagh, Castlebar, Co. Mayo, Ireland | Manager: Larry Hughes Farm Commercial Specialist: David Whelan Opening Hours: |
Homeland Plus, Westport | 5 Castlebar Rd, Carrowbeg, Westport, Co. Mayo, Ireland | Contact Name: Gerard Coyne Farm Commercial Specialist: David Whelan Opening Hours: Monday - Friday - 9am-5.30pm |
Homeland, Swinford | 2 Fraunhill, Swineford, Co. Mayo, Ireland | Contact Name: Darragh Halligan Farm Commercial Specialist: Gary Keane Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Achonry | Achonry, Co. Sligo, Ireland | Contact Name: Patrick O’Sullivan Farm Commercial Specialist: Emer Reilly Opening Hours: |
Homeland Plus, Deep Water Quay, Sligo | Icos House, Finisklin Rd, Cartron, Sligo, Ireland | Contact Name: Andrew Hodgson Farm Commercial Specialist: Emer Reilly Opening Hours: Mon - Fri: 9am - 6pm |
Homeland Agri, Athleague | R362, Co. Roscommon, Ireland | Contact Name: Tony White Farm Commercial Specialist: James Kelly Farm Commercial Specialist: Mark Whelan Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Castlerea | Longford House, Longford, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon, Ireland | Manager: John Ruane Farm Commercial Specialist: Colm Duffy Opening Hours: |
Homeland, Rathscanlon | R294, Rathscanlan, Co. Sligo, Ireland | Contact Name: Francis Gallagher Farm Commercial Specialist: James Fitzmaurice Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Riverstown | Cuiltylough, Riverstown, Co. Sligo, Ireland | Contact Name: David Currid Farm Commercial Specialist: Emer Reilly Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Ballymote | R293, Keenaghan, Co. Sligo, Ireland | Contact Name: Anita McNicholas Farm Commercial Specialist: Emer Reilly Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Skreen | N59, Co. Sligo, Ireland | Contact Name: Cathal Kelly Farm Commercial Specialist: James Fitzmaurice Opening Hours: |
Homeland, Claremorris | 2 Clareville, Clare, Co. Mayo, Ireland | Contact Name: Shane Kivlehan Farm Commercial Specialist: David Whelan Opening Hours: |
Homeland, Ballinrobe | Abbey View, Abbey Rd, Friarsquarter West, Ballinrobe, Co. Mayo, Ireland | Contact Name: Michael Canny Farm Commercial Specialist: David Whelan Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Kinlough | 2 Spa Brae, Kinlough, Co. Leitrim, Ireland | Contact Name: Ernan McGarrigle Farm Commercial Specialist: Emer Reilly Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Kilbarron | Nagin House, Creevy, Ballyshannon, Co. Donegal, Ireland | Contact Name: Hugh McGarrigle Farm Commercial Specialist: Emer Reilly Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Athlone | Moydrum Rd, Blyry Upper, Athlone, Co. Westmeath, Ireland | Contact Name: Stephen Browne Farm Commercial Specialist: James Kelly Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Gurteen | R293, Co. Sligo, Ireland | Contact Name: Kevin Kane Farm Commercial Specialist: Colm Duffy Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Killala | Quay Rd, Townplots East, Co. Mayo, Ireland |
Contact Name: Darragh McGarry Farm Commercial Specialist: Gary Keane Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Boyle | Station Rd, Termon, Co. Roscommon, Ireland | Contact Name: Paul Fahy Farm Commercial Specialist: Colm Duffy Opening Hours: |
Homeland, Ballyhaunis | N83, Kilmannin, Co. Mayo, Ireland | Contact Name: Joe Slattery Farm Commercial Specialist: Mark Whelan Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Easkey | R297, Co. Sligo, Ireland | Contact Name: Eamon Killeen Farm Commercial Specialist: James Fitzmaurice Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Kiltoghert | R299, Co. Leitrim, Ireland | Contact Name: James McDermott Farm Commercial Specialist: Colm Duffy Opening Hours: |
Homeland, Mohill | 1 Hyde St, Mohill, Co. Leitrim, N41 V6T4, Ireland | Contact Name: Fiona Heslin Farm Commercial Specialist: Colm Duffy Opening Hours: |
Homeland, Letterkenny | Middle Rd, Ballyboe Lisnenan, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal, Ireland | Contact Name: Chris Lyons Farm Commercial Specialist: Johnathan Smyth Opening Hours: |
Homeland, Lifford | Letterkenny Rd, Lifford, Co. Donegal, Ireland | Contact Name: Joe Carlin Farm Commercial Specialist: Johnathan Smyth Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Creeslough | Sue's Cottage, Rosscad, Creeslough, Co. Donegal, Ireland | Contact Name: Dominick Gallagher Farm Commercial Specialist: Johnathan Smyth Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Ardara | Corner House, The Diamond, Drumbaran, Ardara, Co. Donegal, Ireland | Contact Name: Laurence Breslin Farm Commercial Specialist: Emer Reilly Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Omagh | 10 Dromore Rd Retail Park, Omagh BT78 1RE, UK | Manager: David Keith Farm Commercial Specialist: Johnathan Smyth Opening Hours: |
Homeland, Kerrykeel | R246, Co. Donegal, Ireland | Contact Name: Derek Stewart Farm Commercial Specialist: Johnathan Smyth Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Longford | Cartrongeeragh Business Park, Athlone Road, Cartronageeragh, Co. Longford, Ireland | Contact: Padraig Heany Farm Commercial Specialist: Colm Duffy Opening Hours: |
Homeland Belmullet | Áras Mhaoilchiaraín, Chapel St, Belmullet, Co. Mayo, Ireland | Manager: Stephen Killeen Farm Commercial Specialist: James Fitzmaurice Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri Ballinfull | 1, Carrigeens, Ballinfull, Co. Sligo, F91 K5D7, Ireland | Contact Name: Kyle Flynn Farm Commercial Specialist: Emer Reilly Opening Hours: |
Aurivo Livestock Mart Ballymote | Laburnum Lodge, Fairgreen Rd, Rathnakelliga, Ballymote, Co. Sligo, Ireland | Manager: Stephen Hannon |
Aurivo Livestock Mart Ballinrobe | Abbey St, Friarsquarter West, Co. Mayo, Ireland | Manager: Tom Mc Guire |
Aurivo Livestock Mart Balla | N60, Co. Mayo, Ireland | Manager: Michael Murphy |
Aurivo Livestock Mart Mohill | 1 Cappagh, Mohill, Co. Leitrim, Ireland | Manager: Stephen Hannon |
