Irish shoppers habits turn healthy

Donal Hickey says organic food sales continue to rise

WITH Christmas nearly upon us people’s thoughts are starting to focus on food, drink and the feasting that goes with the season.

And, while much of what’sconsumed during the Christmas excess could hardly be said to be in the ‘healthy’ category, people are becoming more concerned about healthier food. Consumption of organic food, for example, is up by 16% since 2003, according to latest research.