Brussel sprout farmer takes on more acreage as demand for seasonal vegetable soars

The much-maligned Brussels sprout is fast becoming the king of vegetables, says a west of Ireland organic farmer.

Pádraig Fahy of Beechlawn Organic Farms near Ballinasloe, Co Galway, says Brussels sprouts are already benefiting from the “halo effect” created by superfood kale.