The first half of 2026 has been pretty difficult for the Irish garden center retail business due to extensive periods of unpredictable weather, growing operational expenses, and wary customer sentiment that has affected sales throughout much of Ireland. While gardening demand remains strong, retailers and farmers agree that bad weather has delayed rather than reduced sales, leaving many businesses hopeful that a sustained period of [...]
The annual Garden Landscape and Amenity Sportsturf (GLAS) trade show, which attracts top producers, growers, manufacturers, and key opinion leaders across the Irish horticultural sector, is set to return on the 16th July at the National Basketball Arena. Brought to you with the support of Bord Bia, GLAS presents an unparalleled occasion for trade buyers and sellers within the amenity horticulture and sportsturf sectors. This [...]
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 [...]
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