Over 30 small businesses from across the country will get an opportunity to sell and promote themselves at this year’s Local Enterprise Village.

Businesses involved this year cover areas such a kids’ clothing and games, agtech products, luxury bathing and skincare products, artisan food and drink producers, sustainable clothing and beauty products and a range of innovative products from Ireland’s best small businesses.

Among the 30 different companies are Bó Bar Soap, Milk Bath, Moran’s Mega Jam and Hanna’s Bees.

Neale Richmond, Minister of State for Business, Employment and Retail, said: “The opportunity to meet with thousands of people at the Local Enterprise Village, which is one of the popular stands at the Ploughing is going to be great boost to their business.”

Kieran Comerford, from the Local Enterprise Offices said that the village provides a huge opportunity for small businesses to engage with thousands of prospective customers every day and this could have a significant impact on their business.

Established in 2014, the Local Enterprise Offices are the main resource for any entrepreneur looking to start a business or any small business that is looking for support or advice to help them grow.