Silver Hill Duck Marks Commencement of New State-of-the-Art Processing Plant

Silver Hill Duck has officially marked the commencement of construction of its new state-of-the-art processing facility at its headquarters in Emyvale, Co. Monaghan. The milestone was celebrated at a special event attended by Minister of State Niamh Smyth, alongside representatives from Enterprise Ireland, Monaghan County Council, and local public representatives.

The event highlighted a significant milestone in the company’s long-term growth strategy, representing a major investment in the region and reaffirming Silver Hill Duck’s commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and sustainable expansion. The development is supported by grant assistance from Enterprise Ireland, reflecting the strategic importance of the project to Ireland’s food production sector and export growth.

The new facility, spanning approximately 5,500 square metres, will substantially increase production capacity. Output is set to grow from approximately 80,000 ducks per week to 120,000 ducks per week, enabling the company to meet increasing demand across both domestic and international markets while maintaining the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and food safety.

The project is expected to deliver considerable economic benefits to the region, including job creation during the construction phase and the development of new long-term roles once operational. These opportunities will span production, engineering, and support services, contributing to local employment and skills development.

Speaking at the event, Managing Director for Silver Hill Duck, Micheál Briody, said:

“The commencement of this new processing facility marks a major step forward for our business. This investment will significantly enhance our capacity and capabilities, supporting our continued growth in international markets while maintaining the premium quality for which Silver Hill Duck is known worldwide. Importantly, it also reflects our long-standing commitment to the local community and the region that has supported us for generations.”

Mark Christal, Executive Director at Enterprise Ireland said, “This investment in this new production facility will enable Silver Hill to  increase productivity and boost its competitiveness, allowing the company to expand capacity to diversify into overseas markets. At Enterprise Ireland, we know that it is crucial for Irish companies to stay competitive to in order to grow the business on both a national and global scale. Through Enterprise Ireland’s Capital Investment Scheme, enabled by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine and the Department of Enterprise, Tourism and Employment, we are delighted to support Silver Hill’s commitment to increased productivity and sustainable practices and look forward to continuing to support the ambitious growth plans for the business.” 

The new processing plant will incorporate advanced technologies designed to optimise operations, improve efficiencies, and support more sustainable practices across the business.

With deep roots in the local community of Emyvale, Silver Hill Duck emphasised that this investment represents not only a strengthening of its operational base but also a long-term commitment to regional development and employment.

Construction of the facility is now underway, with completion expected by summer 2027.

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Greg Devlin
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Silver Hill Duck
greg@silverhillduck.com
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