The Government today announced almost €17m in grants to niche agriculture sectors across the country.

Consumers must buy Irish vegetables this Christmas to support cash-strapped farmers, Horticulture Minister Trevor Sargent said today.

THE idea of having a common standard for farmers’ markets is being mooted by Horticulture and Food Minister Trevor Sargent.

CONSUMERS spent more than €7 million on new potatoes last year — and they are expected to fork out even more this season.