SuperValu and Centra, part of Musgrave NI, have expanded their tree planting drive by sponsoring an additional 5,000 native trees for schools, sports clubs, community organisations and farms across Northern Ireland.

The latest round takes the cumulative total to 25,000 trees planted in communities across the region, underscoring the retailers' long-standing support for local environments and efforts to boost biodiversity where they operate.

Delivered with Trees on the Land, a charity and not-for-profit project from the Green Economy Foundation, the scheme continues to deliver tangible local benefits — from creating green spaces for schools and clubs to helping farmers establish natural boundaries and habitats that protect soil and wildlife. The 2026 planting programme again attracted wide participation across both rural and urban locations.

Maurice Cusack, Head of Retail Marketing for SuperValu and Centra, said: "At SuperValu and Centra, being a community retailer means investing in initiatives that deliver long-term value where it matters most – in the communities we serve. "Through this partnership with Trees on the Land, we're not only contributing to a greener environment, but also supporting local schools, clubs and farmers to create sustainable spaces that will benefit their communities for years to come. Reaching 25,000 trees planted is an important milestone, and we're proud to continue building on this progress."

Imogen Rabone, Project Co-ordinator and Founder of Trees on the Land, added: "This partnership continues to make a real difference at community level, helping to establish tree cover that delivers lasting environmental benefits while also enhancing local spaces. From improving biodiversity and air quality to creating natural learning environments and habitats, the impact of these 25,000 trees will be felt for generations to come.

"It is through committed, community-focused partners like SuperValu and Centra that projects like this can continue to grow and thrive."

The initiative sits within SuperValu and Centra's broader sustainability commitments, including a target to plant 50,000 native trees by 2032, supporting environmental goals and more resilient local communities.