LIDL Ireland has announced that two Donegal suppliers are included in this year’s Kickstart Class of 2026.
Little Mamas Gelato and Corveenglean Meats with their Nitrate Free Cured Bacon will be available in all Lidl stores nationwide from Thursday, September 10.
The very best of Irish-made artisanal produce has been handpicked by Lidl Ireland to feature in the retailer’s Kickstart Supplier Development Programme, as the initiative celebrates 10 years of supporting Irish food and drink producers.
The full range of 50 products from 22 Irish suppliers will be available in Lidl’s 236 stores across Ireland from September 10 as part of a two-week promotional campaign.
Chief Commercial Officer at Lidl Ireland and Northern Ireland, Kevin Duffy said: “From the application, presentation and selection process to six-months of hard work collaborating with our in-house experts, this is the most exciting time in the Kickstart calendar for our suppliers – seeing their products proudly placed on the shelves in all 236 Lidl stores across the island of Ireland.
Adam Baker, Global Retail Specialist at Bord Bia, commented: “Seeing the Kickstart Class of 2026 arrive on Lidl shelves is an important milestone for these Irish businesses. Securing a nationwide retail listing not only introduces their products to millions of weekly Lidl shoppers across Ireland but also provides invaluable commercial experience that can help accelerate future growth.”
Earlier this year Lidl Ireland also announced a milestone investment of more than €62 million worth of goods and services from more than 15 suppliers and business partners across Donegal, reinforcing the retailer’s commitment to giving Irish producers unrivalled access to local and international markets, supporting the growth and success of Irish produce worldwide.
Previous successful Donegal participants include Football Special Ltd. For more information on the Kickstart Supplier Development Programme, visit www.lidl.iekickstart