ShelfLife September 2026 digital edition

ShelfLife September 2026 digital edition

In this month’s issue, despite just being a week into her new role as director general of RGDATA, Roseanne Regan caught up with Donna Ahern to discuss what she hopes to achieve during her leadership and her vision for the future of the organisation.

Donna Ahern caught up with Irish Rugby Captain, Caelan Doris to discuss his continued role as Lucozade Sport brand ambassador and the standout moments in his sports career to date.

As more young adults continue to live at home, John Healy discusses how brands and retailers can capitalize on this to meet these changed family dynamics.

Owen Clifford, head of Retail Sector, Bank of Ireland, looks at the potential impact of the Government’s National Development plan on the Irish retail sector.

Paul and Monica McLoughlin’s Applegreen store in Ballaghaderreen recently went through major renovations, which transformed the store into a more modern, welcoming and comfortable environment for both their customers and staff. ShelfLife reports.

A poor first day can do plenty of damage. Nikki Murran discusses the importance of making a good impression to convince your new employee to stay

Irish law does not prevent employees from working for more than one employer, writes Caroline Reidy.

In this month’s Category Focus features we look at Air Fryer, Hot Beverages and Confectionery.

Check to see who has been out and about in this month’s Social Diary!

Our October issue offers a powerful opportunity to showcase your brand, new product launches and category leadership.

Our October issue includes:

• OTC Medicine
• Fuel
• Soup
• Irish Brands
• Cash & Carry
• NOLO
• Pantry Staples

Deadlines

• Editorial & images: 7 October
• Advertising: 14 October

To find out more, contact the sales team

Mark Morgan — mark.morgan@mediateam.ie / 086 885 4930

Ian Mulvaney — ian.mulvaney@mediateam.ie / 087 220 8486