
Smart Money – KAL Group CEO Sean Walsh on the role of retail in the agricultural sector
Outgoing KAL Group CEO Sean Walsh explains how being both an agricultural and consumer-focused retailer creates unique margin advantages for the company.
SUNDAY, 01 MARCH 2026, 18:00

Outgoing KAL Group CEO Sean Walsh explains how being both an agricultural and consumer-focused retailer creates unique margin advantages for the company.
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