Farmers urged to reap benefits of lucrative organic market

FARMERS with a big acreage of land have been urged to go the organic route and supply the multiple stores with produce.

Cook and author Darina Allen, a pioneer of organic and artisan food production in this country, said Ireland had been slow in grasping opportunities that exist for organics.

But an event such as the recent National Organics Week helps to heighten awareness from a consumer viewpoint. It also helps farmers who are dithering and wondering whether or not there is any opportunity for them in the sector.