ALDI and Sunglow Nurseries have announced the extension of their long-standing partnership with a new five–year contract worth almost €14 million to the local Dublin business.
Sunglow has supplied ALDI since 2008, consistently delivering high-quality produce that reflects ALDI’s commitment to Irish suppliers. 95% of Sunglow’s produce is sold in ALDI stores, with the remaining produce supplied to small, local businesses.
Sunglow
Based in Rush, Co. Dublin, Sunglow will continue to supply Bord Bia Quality-Assured Irish strawberries to ALDI’s 163 stores across the country, marking a significant investment for the company and demonstrating their continued commitment to supplying high-quality Irish produce to their customers.
The announcement comes as Sunglow’s early season premium Irish strawberries hit the shelves across ALDI’s 163 stores in Ireland.
A family-run business, Sunglow is managed by brothers John, Billy, and Joe McGuinness, who employ 10 full-time and 30 part-time staff at their North Dublin nursery. Their produce is 100% Bord Bia certified, ensuring top-quality, sustainably grown and packaged strawberries for ALDI customers.
Minister for Agriculture, Food and The Marine Martin Heydon TD, commented: “Both Minister of State Micheal Healy-Rae and I welcome this new deal between ALDI Ireland and Sunglow Nurseries, which represents a significant investment in both Sunglow’s horticulture enterprise and the wider Irish agricultural sector. This partnership is aligned with the ambition set out in the National Strategy for Horticulture 2023-2027 and is a testament to both increased consumer demand for local, in season, fresh, quality produce and the success of Irish businesses in supplying our retail sector. Backing Irish growers is vital to the ongoing success of our agri-food industry, and it is encouraging to see ALDI maintaining and developing its commitment to supporting Irish businesses.”
Gerard McLoughlin, Buying Director, ALDI Ireland said: “We are proud to announce the continuation of our long-standing partnership with Sunglow Nurseries and the investment of a further €14 million into this valued partnership over the next five years. Sunglow have been providing ALDI customers with their delicious Bord Bia Quality-Assured Irish strawberries for the last 17 years and we look forward to continuing to supply our customers with the highest quality Irish produce from Sunglow for years to come.”
Joe McGuinness, Partner, Sunglow Nurseries said: “Working with ALDI has been central to our success and has supported us in continuing to deliver high-quality produce to Irish customers and the security to invest in our business. We are delighted with the extension of our partnership and look forward to growing and developing our business and working with ALDI for the next five years and beyond.”
Emer Gallaher Hall, Senior Manager for Horticulture, Bord Bia said: “We are delighted with ALDI’s commitment to carrying Bord Bia quality assured produce in their stores and wish both ALDI and Sunglow the best in their continued partnership. By choosing products with the Bord Bia quality mark, ALDI consumers are supporting local growers who are committed to the highest standards.”
Sunglow’s early season premium Irish strawberries are available in ALDI stores now.
Sustainability
In February, ALDI announced that the retailer had processed 150 million Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) returns across Ireland, with shoppers recycling over €25 million worth of cans and bottles since the scheme’s launch on February 1, 2024. ALDI has an ongoing commitment to making sustainability affordable to customers and continually works with suppliers to reduce plastic and packaging across its supply chain, cut waste and promote environmental responsibility.
