Teagasc walks aim to highlight opportunities of organic farming

The European market for organic beef has tripled to €20bn over the past decade, Teagasc revealed, in advance of hosting 12 farm walks to showcase Irish organic operators.

Teagasc says Irish organic food enjoys an excellent reputation. Demand for Irish organic beef is on the rise, particularly in Europe. The Irish organic market is worth around €98m, up from €63m in 2004.

The walks will highlight the opportunities within the sector. The first walk in this year’s series will take place on the farm of Oliver Dixon, Ahena, Claremorris, Co Mayo, at 2pm on July 17.