Practice Abstract - Research and innovation

Killenure Dexter Gourmet

Killenure Dexter Gourmet represent a unique combination of a native Irish breed, a strong historical narrative of both breed and place, and traditional, artisanal methods at every stage of the production beef process. Products range from ‘boutique beef’ to handmade leather and artisan goods. An intermediatiary distributes the beef to restaurants and hotels around Ireland.

Valorising local tradition - Killenure Dexter demonstrates an appreciation of its environment, traditions, human and natural resources, etc. It shows how value can be added to the locality through the castle itself which is open to the public at certain times throighout the year. Cultural capital is created through the keeping of a native breed of cattle.

The importance of creating an identity based on local influences to make a unique and marketable product.

Source Project
SKIN - Short supply chains Knowledge & Innovation Network
Ongoing | 2016-2019
Main funding source
Horizon 2020 (EU Research and Innovation Programme)
Geographical location
Italy
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