Tyrone food producer achieves nationwide recognition with ALDI

ALDI Ireland has announced the 2025 winners of its Grow with ALDI programme, with Tyrone-based producer Oatco Superfuel set to launch in all 166 ALDI stores nationwide from January 8. The announcement comes as ALDI opens applications for the 2026 programme, inviting innovative Irish food producers to apply by January 30 for the chance to bring their products to shelves across the country.

This year’s winners were chosen following a nationwide call-out that saw emerging food and drinks producers from all over Ireland apply to take part. In September, 30 finalists were shortlisted and saw their products go on sale in ALDI stores nationwide as part of a two-week Specialbuys promotion, with these three winners coming out on top as high performers and fan favourites.

The Grow with ALDI 2025 winners are: Barry John Sausages, Barry Crowe, Chip Shop Curry Sausages €3.99 , County Cavan, Super Nature Snacks, Noele McEvoy, Peanut Butter Cups €2.25, Hazelnut Clusters €2.25, Chocolate Covered Almonds €2.25, County Dublin, Oatco Superfuel, Laura Murphy, Caramelised Biscuit Energy Balls €2.79, Hazelnut Chocolate Energy Balls €2.79, Pistachio Crispy Energy Balls €2.79, County Tyrone.

Oatco Superfuel, owned by Laura Murphy, is a Tyrone-based business that creates delicious chocolate snacks made with carefully selected natural ingredients. The producer impressed ALDI’s judging panel with their Caramelised Biscuit, Hazelnut Chocolate and Pistachio Crispy Energy Balls €2.79, which stood out for their exceptional quality, bold flavour and strong potential to scale nationally. Packed with flavour and goodness, they’re the perfect on-the-go snack for busy days or a post-workout boost.

Speaking about the announcement, Rachael O’Connor, Buying Director at ALDI Ireland, said: “We are delighted to announce this year’s Grow with ALDI winners, showing just how much talent and innovation exists across Ireland. Seeing their products make it to shelves nationwide is what the programme is all about, and now we’re encouraging the next wave of Irish producers to take that leap and apply for 2026.”

Speaking about the win, Laura Murphy of Oatco Superfuel said: ““Being selected as a Grow with ALDI winner is a huge vote of confidence for our business. Oatco Superfuel was created to deliver great-tasting energy using simple, wholesome ingredients, and having the opportunity to bring that to shoppers nationwide is incredibly rewarding. We are so excited to see our energy balls land in stores across the country.”

With the Grow with ALDI 2025 winners now confirmed and their products set to land in ALDI stores nationwide from January 8th, the programme once again highlights the exceptional talent and ambition of Irish food and drink producers. From family-run businesses to innovative emerging brands, this year’s winners showcase the quality and creativity found right across the island of Ireland.

Applications for Grow with ALDI 2026 are now open and will be accepted until January 30 - could you be next?

For more information on the Grow with ALDI programme, visit: www.growwithaldi.ie.