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SuperValu and Centra sign Irish Horticulture Grower-Retailer Charter

1 Sep, 2026  

SuperValu and Centra have become signatories to the Irish Horticulture Grower-Retailer Charter, underlining their commitment to supporting Irish growers and the long-term sustainability of the horticulture sector. The charter, an initiative involving Minister Niall Collins and the Irish Horticulture Forum, is aimed at strengthening relationships across the horticulture supply chain and supporting a sustainable future […]

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Brevato opens new Café on Thomas Street in Limerick

25 Aug, 2026  

BWG Foods’ Brevato Coffee opened the doors to its brand-new Café in Limerick city centre recently. Brevato Coffee has grown from an elevated bean to cup offering, available in over 80 high profile SPAR, EUROSPAR, MACE and Londis stores nationwide and one Café in Dublin, to opening another Café now on Thomas Street, in Limerick. […]

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Tesco announces the appointment of Andrew Yaxley as CEO of Tesco Ireland and Northern Ireland

25 Aug, 2026  

Tesco Group has announced the appointment of Andrew Yaxley as CEO of Tesco Ireland and Northern Ireland, succeeding Geoff Byrne, who will become CEO of The Booker Group. The appointments, which take effect from 31st August, reflect Tesco’s continued focus on developing leadership talent across the Group and building on the strong momentum in both […]

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Maxol Long Mile Road wins Major European Award

21 Aug, 2026  

Maxol has won the NACs Convenience Store of the Year Europe 2026 Award for its flagship site at Long Mile Road, Dublin. The family-owned forecourt and convenience retailer collected the accolade at the NACS Convenience Retail Awards Europe ceremony, held as part of the NACS Convenience Summit Europe in Warsaw. NACs awarded Maxol, recognising its […]

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Carroll’s Centra celebrates 30 years with big win 

5 Aug, 2026  

Carroll’s Centra in Knocktopher, Co. Kilkenny celebrated its 30th anniversary in style by being named ‘Off Licence Neighbourhood of the Year’ at the Pride of Centra Awards 2025.  Established in 1996, the family-run business was thrilled to receive the prestigious accolade at the awards gala held in the Round Room of the Mansion House, Dublin last […]

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O’Meara’s SuperValu Portumna wins Best Medium SuperValu Store Award 

29 Jul, 2026  

O’Meara’s SuperValu Portumna has earned the prestigious title of ‘Best Medium SuperValu Store of the Year’ for 2026. This recognition highlights the exceptional standards maintained by one of Ireland’s premier retail outlets.  The Co. Galway store was one of several finalists from across the country who were nominated for the coveted award at the SuperValu […]

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Fitall Shopfitters: 25 Years of practical excellence in Irish retail  

22 Jul, 2026  

Fitall Shopfitters Ltd is one of Ireland’s leading specialists in shop fittings, signage and display equipment. Grocery & Retail Ireland touched base with company co-director John Larkin to hear more on this thriving business now in its 36th year.  In the quietly industrious world of Irish retail construction, few names carry the same familiarity—within industry […]

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Begleys: Seed to Store 

15 Jul, 2026  

Begley’s Fresh Food Produce Group is a market leading fresh produce partner for Irish retailers operating from a purpose-built, temperature-controlled depot at Kilshane Cross, Co. Dublin.  Passionate about fruits, vegetables, organic and exotic produce, the family-run business grows 1,000 acres of the finest Irish produce on farms in North Dublin and Wexford, including a wide range of vegetables such as carrots, courgettes, […]

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Kearns Fruit Farm grows the tastiest Wexford strawberries 

8 Jul, 2026  

Jimmy Kearns of Kearns Fruit Farm near Enniscorthy has been growing fresh, delicious and premium quality Wexford strawberries for over 50 years. He is joined in the family-run business by his wife Susan, son Noel, daughter Patricia , son-in-law and 1996 Wexford All-Ireland winning hurling goalkeeper Damien Fitzhenry,  sales manager Patrick Doyle and up to […]

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Castlecor Potatoes: ‘Fresh from the Fields’ 

1 Jul, 2026  

Castlecor Potatoes is a successful family-run enterprise near Mallow, Co. Cork renowned for producing premium potatoes, onions and cereals.  From the rich and fertile soil of North Cork, the English family have been growing fresh, tasty, high-quality produce since 1974. From humble beginnings, they have become one of the largest crop growers in the Munster region. Their expertise […]