Wicklow equestrian brand stars at national ploughing
A Blessington-based business will showcase innovative horse care products to nearly 300,000 visitors at the National Ploughing Championships. This event, held in County Offaly, offers a prime platform for Irish entrepreneurs to gain exposure and expert advice.
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Equibuff, a small business from Blessington in County Wicklow, will have the exceptional opportunity to present its equestrian product range to an audience approaching 300,000 at this year’s National Ploughing Championships in Screggan, County Offaly. Supported by Local Enterprise Office Wicklow, Equibuff specialises in practical, inventive solutions designed to simplify horse care, including their flagship Grooming Sponge and the portable SaddleDock.
The Local Enterprise Village, an initiative coordinated by the Local Enterprise Offices, will host over 30 small Irish enterprises at the heart of this major agricultural event from 15th to 17th September. Alongside product showcases, the village features a Business Advice Hub where specialist advisors offer guidance on funding, sustainability, digital innovation, and AI integration tailored for entrepreneurs and established businesses alike.
Highlighting the significance of this platform, Niamh Jennings, founder of Equibuff, expressed her gratitude for the opportunity to reach a wider audience and the vital support from Local Enterprise Office Wicklow. Councillor Dr Caroline Winstanley and Emer O’Gorman, Chief Executive of Wicklow County Council, praised the entrepreneurial spirit and innovation demonstrated by Equibuff, underscoring Wicklow’s diverse business landscape. The Managing Director of the National Ploughing Association, Anna May McHugh, welcomed the 31 businesses selected to participate, emphasising the Local Enterprise Village’s role in nurturing Irish enterprise. Google’s AI team will return to offer interactive insights, alongside Enterprise Europe Network’s support for businesses seeking to expand within the EU. For further details, visit www.LocalEnterprise.ie or contact [email protected].
The Local Enterprise Village, an initiative coordinated by the Local Enterprise Offices, will host over 30 small Irish enterprises at the heart of this major agricultural event from 15th to 17th September. Alongside product showcases, the village features a Business Advice Hub where specialist advisors offer guidance on funding, sustainability, digital innovation, and AI integration tailored for entrepreneurs and established businesses alike.
Highlighting the significance of this platform, Niamh Jennings, founder of Equibuff, expressed her gratitude for the opportunity to reach a wider audience and the vital support from Local Enterprise Office Wicklow. Councillor Dr Caroline Winstanley and Emer O’Gorman, Chief Executive of Wicklow County Council, praised the entrepreneurial spirit and innovation demonstrated by Equibuff, underscoring Wicklow’s diverse business landscape. The Managing Director of the National Ploughing Association, Anna May McHugh, welcomed the 31 businesses selected to participate, emphasising the Local Enterprise Village’s role in nurturing Irish enterprise. Google’s AI team will return to offer interactive insights, alongside Enterprise Europe Network’s support for businesses seeking to expand within the EU. For further details, visit www.LocalEnterprise.ie or contact [email protected].
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