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Leprino Foods to shut Portlaoise cheese plant, 132 jobs at risk

Leprino Foods, one of the world’s largest mozzarella producers, has announced it will close its manufacturing facility in Portlaoise, Co Laois, during the second half of 2026. The plant, which employs 132 staff, specializes in the production of mozzarella and string cheese. Reasons Behind the Closure In a statement, the company described the decision as “difficult but necessary,” noting that …

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The Daily Star Ireland
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