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Sign-up to Get Ireland Growing 2023
It’s the fennel countdown! Get Ireland Growing 2023 is exactly one week away. Launched in 2021, Get Ireland Growing Day is a chance to bring everyone together to engage in...
3 Advantages of Eating with the Seasons
In today’s fast-paced world, we often find ourselves disconnected from the natural rhythms of the Earth. Choosing seasonal ingredients not only supports local farmers and reduces our carbon footprint but...
GIY Needs You: GIY Calls on Supporters to Back €1 Million Ambition for Children to GROW at School
GIY wants to bring GROW at School to 1000 schools across Ireland. At GIY, we are thrilled to announce our ambitious plan to raise €1 million for the implementation of...
Ready to make a change this Earth Day?
To celebrate Earth Day, we’re taking stock of our impact on the planet and thinking about ways we can all make a positive difference. One way to do that is...
GIY Founder Michael Kelly on the upcoming government budget
“If the government did one thing with the multi billion budget for a positive impact on the environment, education and mental health all in one fell swoop; it would be...
GIY Pre Budget Submission
At GIY, we envisage a world where all food is produced, distributed and consumed in a manner that is healthy for our planet and its people. As a social enterprise,...
GROW HQ: The best breakfast in Waterford!
The best breakfast in Waterford Welcome to GROW HQ in Waterford City, the award-winning café, urban farm, gift shop and the home of the GIY movement. Here at GROW HQ,...
Polytunnels: Master Growing Your Own Organic Food All Year Round
If you want to grow your own organic food no matter the season, a polytunnel is a game-changer. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to maximise your homegrown produce,...
Celebrate Valentine's Day at GROW HQ with 2 new dishes
At GROW HQ, we’re all about love! From grand gestures to those little moments (like almost sharing the last beetroot brownie…), to love for your partner, family, besties, pets, compost...
170,000 Children prove “There’s Always Space to Grow” through GIY & SuperValu ‘Let’s GROW’ Initiative
Nationwide Initiative Inspires Primary School Children to Grow, Cook & Eat SuperValu and not-for-profit social enterprise GIY have announced the launch of their innovative 2025 SuperValu Let’s GROW programme. SuperValu...
World Pulses Day 2025
It’s almost World Pulses Day (10th February)! These little powerhouses are one of the most underrated superstars in the world of food. Lentils, beans, chickpeas, and peas might be small,...
Learn to Garden For The Planet at GROW HQ
The course “Gardening for the Planet,” led by GROW HQ’s own Head Grower Richard, is a fantastic opportunity for eco-conscious individuals looking to make their gardening practices more sustainable. Happening...