Meet the growers working hard to produce Ireland's Christmas spreads

In the days leading up to Christmas, the Hanafins and their team have packed around 300,000 nets of Brussels sprouts

Thomas O'Connor of Manna Organic Farm in Camp, Co Kerry with his winter produce. Picture: Domnick Walsh

It might be known as the most wonderful time of year, but it is most certainly the busiest time of year for many farmers and agri-food suppliers.

Ireland’s farmers commit the hours and labour 365 days a year to ensure the components of our meals are ready and available on the shop shelves, and Christmas Day is no different.