- 06 December 2012
EU Research Group Meet to Discuss Management Tools for Food SMEs
Teagasc are key partners of a leading pan-European research group called NetGrow, that will develop new strategic management tools to assist food SMEs and agencies that support their activities, to become more innovative. Teagasc hosted a 3-day meeting in Dublin this week to review the current stage of the research and to take some key steps to translate the research findings into practical tools that can be used by SMEs and support agencies.
Read more: EU Research Group Meet to Discuss Management Tools for Food SMEs
- 21 November 2012
IFSA Membership Grows 3-Fold to 75 Members
IFSA is fast becoming a hub for the foodservice industry with membership increasing to 75+ since the IFSA launch in July. Our members can cater for any and all Foodservice needs across the sector from Catering Equipment to Coffee Beans and form Fryers to Fresh Produce.
- 07 November 2012
Organic Trust 2012 AGM & Conference Resounding Success!
The 2012 AGM & Conference of the Organic Trust which was held in the peaceful surroundings of the Camphill Community Organic Farm at Grangebeg, Dunlavin, Co Kildare, saw record attendance levels. The excellent facilities provided in 'Colmcille' – the Grangebeg Community Hall – provided the perfect surroundings to conduct AGM official business early in the day.
Read more: Organic Trust 2012 AGM & Conference Resounding Success!
- 18 October 2012
National Organic Awards Winners 2012
Now in their 6th year, the National Organic Awards are recognised as an important feature of the organic food and drink industry. They are a celebration of the achievements of Irish organic food and drink growers and manufacturers.
NATIONAL ORGANIC AWARD WINNERS 2012
- 11 October 2012
Teagasc – Information Nights on Organic Farming
The Organic Information nights listed below will be of use to help dispel some of the common organic farming myths and explain what organic farming is all about to conventional farmers. They will also be of benefit to people thinking of entering the Organic sector.
- 03 October 2012
Organic Farming Becoming an Attractive Option as CAP Negotiations Continue
This week Bord Bia are promoting all things organic for National Organic Week. Organic food producers are an obvious fit with the “Origin Green” concept launched by Bord Bia in June to promote Ireland as a nation of sustainable food producers. As the negotiations surrounding the reform of the CAP set to intensify for the autumn, the organic sector is watching with a keen eye
Read more: Organic Farming Becoming an Attractive Option as CAP Negotiations Continue
- 25 September 2012
Tipperary Family Business Wins Overall National Organic Award 2012
The Best Overall Organic Product at today’s National Organic Awards 2012 was awarded to Crowe’s Farm for its Organic Dry Cure Back Rasher product, which was chosen for its high quality, superior taste and smart packaging. The prize was presented by Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine with responsibility for Food, Horticulture & Food Safety Shane McEntee TD, who also announced the winners at the awards ceremony in Bord Bia.
Read more: Tipperary Family Business Wins Overall National Organic Award 2012
- 24 September 2012
GM Trials Not at Odds with Organic Production
Organic producers in Ireland have been told that the recent trials of GM potatoes in the country are not at odds with organic growing. "Knowledge is the only armour we have against a world of uncertainty," Teagasc director Gerry Boyle told 150 organic farmers and growers at the National Organic Conference in Tullamore, Co Offaly.
- 12 September 2012
Consumer Continue To Buy Organic Food Despite What The Scientists Say
Consumers continue to purchase organic food despite attempts by science to discredit it. The latest study coming from the US concludes that organic food is not “healthier” than non organic food. The study illustrates the point that science finds it almost impossible to highlight one method of food production as being better for human health than another.
Read more: Consumer Continue To Buy Organic Food Despite What The Scientists Say
- 11 September 2012
National Organic Conference
'Challenges and Opportunities for Organic Producers'
Overview
A variety of top-line speakers including international organic consultants, research experts and organic farmers will address this year’s Teagasc National Organic Conference. Focusing on some of the major opportunities and challenges facing the organic sector, the conference promises to be an informative and thought provoking day.
- 29 November 2012
Food Packaging Exhibition & Seminar for SME's
Who should attend? This event will be of interest to those involved in product development from start-up and Artisan enterprises to SME's developing new or additional product lines. In addition those responsible for regulatory, compliance or quality functions and in particular packaging or labelling decisions should attend. It may also be of interest to marketing and purchasing personnel.
- 13 November 2012
Courses in Organic Horticulture and Agroforestry
In November a series of courses takes place for producers in the organic sector. For organic growers Iain Tolhurst from Tolhurst Organics in the UK will deliver a series of 3 workshops. Dates and venues as follows:
- 22 October 2012
Klasmann-Deilmann Launches Organic Wetting Agent
Klasmann-Deilmann has launched an organic wetting agent which can be mixed in to Klasmann KKS organic substrates on request. This product is an extra benefit in organic horticulture and particularly improves the cultivation of potted herbs using capillary irrigation systems. Among horticultural trends, the production of potted herbs has been steadily gaining importance over the years.
- 18 October 2012
US Consumers are Shifting to Locally Grown Produce from Organic
US consumers are shifting to locally grown produce from Organic. A recent survey of grocery shoppers commissioned by Whole Foods Market (NASDAQ:WFM) gives credibility to a trend that’s taken hold in the sustainable food movement over the past few yrs: when it comes to consumer preferences, Local is the new organic.
Read more: US Consumers are Shifting to Locally Grown Produce from Organic
- 05 October 2012
Highbank Highly Commended for its Organic Proper Cider
The Proper Cider made by Cuffesgrange’s Highbank Orchards has been highly commended in the Best Organic Alcohol and Non-Alcoholic Beverage category of Bord Bia’s National Organic Awards 2012. This year was the sixth year of the National Organic Awards, which take place during National Organic Week each year. Over 100 entries were received and awards were given in eight categories.
Read more: Highbank Highly Commended for its Organic Proper Cider
- 26 September 2012
Danish Organic Farmers Visit Ireland
A group of fifty-two organic farmers from Denmark paid a four day visit to Irish organic farms and enterprises, starting with a demonstration farm walk at the organic farm of Mr Alan Mooney, Kilcock, County Kildare. Minister of State Shane McEntee TD said
- 25 September 2012
Crowe’s Take Overall Award as IOFGA Members Do Exceptionally Well at National Organic Awards
The National Organic Awards were presented on Thursday Septemeber 13th at Bord Bia headquaters in Dublin. The Crowe brothers from Crowe’s farm in Dundrum, Co Tipperary took the overall best organic product as well as winning best fresh meat category for their back rashers.
- 24 September 2012
Organic Focus: ‘A New Phase in the Development of the Organic Sector’
The Minister of State said he hoped that the inaugural meeting of Organic Fo-cus marked the start of a new phase in the development of the sector. The group is made up of representatives of the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Teagasc and Bord Bia as well as stakeholders from across the spectrum of the organic sector including meat, dairy, poultry, horticulture, cereals and aquaculture.
Read more: Organic Focus: ‘A New Phase in the Development of the Organic Sector’
- 12 September 2012
Highlights for National Organic Week 2012
There is an extensive range of events taking place around the country to celebrate National Organic Week.
Some of our favourites include the following;
- Visit a goat farm on Friday 14th in Clare and see how to make Goats Cheese. St-Tola, Inagh, Co Clare
- 04 September 2012
Organic Week Celebration at An t’lonad Glas September 13th
The Organic College in Dromcollogher is delighted to announce its special open day as part of National Organic Week. Exciting events will be held around the country showcasing the best in organic food products, food growing and for those interested in becoming organic certified. At an t’lonad Glas teaching staff have been working for over twenty years bringing the good news about the benefits of organics to students and the public.
Read more: Organic Week Celebration at An t’lonad Glas September 13th
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