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Artificial intelligence is moving rapidly from theory to practice across horticulture. In this exclusive Q&A, Michael Hagan, lecturer in horticulture at TU Dublin discusses how AI is helping growers improve efficiency, address labour shortages and enhance sustainability, while highlighting the importance of careful investment and skilled oversight. 1. What does “AI” actually mean in the context of horticulture and related sectors? Over the past [...]
Woodie’s, Ireland’s leading DIY, home and garden retailer, officially opened its first store in Ennis, County Clare, creating 34 new jobs following a significant investment by the company. The opening marks another significant milestone for the Irish-owned retailer, with the Ennis store becoming Woodie’s 36th store nationwide. Located in Ballymaley Business Park, the new Woodie’s store spans 21,000 sq. ft., including an 8,000 sq. ft. [...]
Growtrade.ie’s annual Industry Sentiment Survey proudly sponsored by Klassman-Deilmann helps shape a clearer picture of where the sector is heading. In this year’s survey we asked you to rank the issues, trends, and topics that matter most to your business, whether that’s energy costs, managing pest and disease, sustainability, raising input costs, skills and staffing to name a few. Based on insights from 135 respondents [...]
The European Commission is taking the Republic of Ireland to court, accusing Irish authorities of failing to properly enforce EU regulations on peat extraction. Following years of friction between the Government and the Commission on the issue, the EU’s executive body has recently referred Ireland to the European Court of Justice for failure to comply with EU rules on environmental impact assessments. The sale of [...]
In association with Gardenworld Nurseries At Growtrade, we’re running an interview series titled ‘Small Talk’, where we talk to various influential members of Ireland’s horticulture trade. This week’s conversation is with the head gardener at Ballintubbert Gardens and House since 2015 – Jenifer Taggart. How did you first get involved in the horticulture sector? Like many, I found myself at a pivotal moment in my forties, while [...]
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