Dairy: Food for Life Annual Report 2009 - The National Dairy Council

THE NATIONAL DAIRY COUNCIL
Directors’ Report
The directors present their annual Report and the Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December, 2009.
PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES
The principal activity of the National Dairy Council (“NDC”) is to support Irish dairy farmers by driving the
positive position and consumption of milk and dairy products through integrated marketing and communications
programmes, based on informed scientific evidence.
RESULTS
The results for the year and the state of affairs of the company are set out on pages 14 and 16 respectively.
RISKS AND UNCERTAINTIES
The main risk facing the company during the year and anticipated in future years is the receipt of levy
contributions and the reserves to allow the entity operate efficiently and effectively.
REVIEW OF BUSINESS AND FUTURE DEVELOPMENTS
The NDC has a vital role in supporting the dairy sector in driving the consumption and positioning of milk and
dairy. The NDC’s vision is to be the authoritative and trusted voice in advancing the consumer perception and
consumption of Irish milk and dairy products.
DIRECTORS
The current directors of the company are:
Mr. D. Cronin (Chairman)
Mr. H. Corbally (Vice Chairman)
Mr. E. Bray
Mr. J. Cahill
Mr. T. Corcoran
Mr. S. Griffin
Mr. P. Kelly
Mr. R. Kennedy
Mr. K. Kiersey
Mrs. M. Purcell
Mr. C. Ryan
Mr. S. McAuliffe
Mr. F. Tobin (appointed 29 January 2009)
Mr. J. Collum (resigned 29 January 2009)
Mr. G. Quain (resigned 18 March 2009)
Mr. J. Hehir (appointed 18 March 2009)
BOOKS OF ACCOUNT
The measures taken by the directors to secure compliance with the company’s obligation to keep proper books of
account are the use of appropriate systems and procedures and employment of competent persons. The books of
account are kept at 28 Westland Square, Dublin 2.
EVENTS AFTER THE BALANCE SHEET DATE
There have been no significant events affecting the company since the year end.
PUBLICATION
The directors are responsible for the maintenance and integrity of the website. Legislation in the Republic of
Ireland concerning the preparation and dissemination of financial statements may differ from legislation in other
jurisdictions.
AUDITORS
The auditors, Deloitte & Touche, Chartered Accountants continue in office in accordance with Section 160(2) of
the Companies Act 1963.
Signed on behalf of the Board:
DIRECTORS
Date: 21 April 2010
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