Growtrade.ie Newsletter - January 15, 2026

Small Talk with Sarah Simpson of Teagasc

Horticulture | Sarah Simpson, Young Horticulturist of the Year 2025 talks about the proudest moments in her career

Irish food, drink and horticulture exports reach a record €19 billion

Horticulture | Exports to the European Union increased strongly by 16% in 2025 to €7.1 billion, accounting for 37% of total Irish food, drink and horticulture export value

SIVAL 2026 overview

Retail | As a platform and crossroads for innovation and concrete solutions, SIVAL is a place for exchanges that are directly relevant to the challenges of the future

Husqvarna becomes title partner of the British Masters on the DP World Tour

Horticulture | Husqvarna will showcase its products across DP World Tour channels throughout the season, and partner with green keepers and course managers to deliver consistent quality on the tournament courses

DLF partners with Proveye to accelerate grassland and seed innovation

This collaboration will strengthen DLF’s long-standing approach of working closely with farmers to develop practical forage solutions

Teagasc at the Stripe Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition 2026

The Teagasc stand will be located at the Expo Hall 1 of the RDS main arena and will feature hands-on displays throughout the exhibition

Green-tech announces collaboration with British Hardwood Tree Nursery

The collaboration will see Green-tech offering British Hardwood Trees Nursery’s range of high-quality planting stock to its customer base