Dail Questions - Horticulture Excluded form Microenterprise Loan Fund Scheme

Tom Fleming (Kerry South, Independent)

Question 97: To ask the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation the immediate action he will take to assist small to medium enterprises and the farming community who are finding it increasingly difficult to secure loans to expand or start up their businesses; his views on the negative impact this is having on maintaining and creating jobs; and if he will make a statement on the matter.

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First MSc in Organic Horticulture

Approval has been granted for a new training programme in the form of an MSc in Organic Horticulture. The programme has been developed by Professor Peter Jones, School of Biological, Earth and Environmental Sciences (BEES), UCC and Mr. Eoin Lettice also from BEES.

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OGI Launch New Website and Announce Farm Walks

The Organic Growers of Ireland launched their new website in early May which will hopefully be a great resource for Ireland’s organic growers. The web address is organicgrowersireland.org so log on and feedback is welcome.

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Recession Spurs Organic Growth in Europe

2011 was another growth year for organic food in Europe. Economic austerity has apparently not deterred consumers from purchasing organic food.

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Farry Launches Innovative Action Plan for Food & Drink Industry

Employment and Learning Minister, Dr Stephen Farry today launched the Food and Drink Manufacturing Sector Plan during a visit to Moy Park’s processing plant in Craigavon

~ Wednesday, 13 June 2012

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HortiTrends Weekly Comment & News Digest June 21st

The news as usual speaks for itself this week if you have the time to read it, that is. Probably too busy and maybe relying on your trade associations to keep you updated and also to be making the right representations on your behalf to the powers that be.

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Dail Questions - Entomology Service for Nurseries

Patrick O'Donovan (Limerick, Fine Gael) asks the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if there is access to an entomology service for nurseries and other sectors of the horticulture industry provided by his Department; his views on whether such a service is important for the development and security of the industry; and if he will make a statement on the matter.

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Dail Questions - Horticulture Industry Size and Chemical Standards

Patrick O'Donovan (Limerick, Fine Gael) asks the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if he will provide details of the annual value of the horticulture industry; the numbers of persons employed in the industry; and if he will make a statement on the matter.

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New Varieties From Bogach

Arjen van Buuren of Bogach Farm Organic Seeds is this year supplying organic seeds into some major retail outlets under a new name, the Irish Organic Seed Company.

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Urban Composter Launched in Ireland

Save money on waste charges with this easy to use indoor composter. Indoor composting system that is ideal for apartments and houses with small gardens.

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Danish Organic Farmers See How it’s Done in Ireland

Minister of State, Shane McEntee warmly welcomed a large group of Danish organic farmers in Kilcock today. Meeting on the farm of Alan Mooney, organic beef and cereal farmer, Mr McEntee said Ireland has a lot to learn from other countries with regard to organic production. “We pride ourselves on quality food in Ireland and I know that we need to expand the organic sector and as Minister I want to enable this to happen during my tenure”.

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OGI Farm Walks 2012

The OGI (Organic Growers of Ireland) have 5 specialist farm walks on organic horticulture farms.

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SCEPTRE UK Vegetable Weed Control Open Day

HDC Event

05/07/2012

START TIME: 14:00 END TIME: 18:00

LOCATION: ELSOMS SEEDS, LINCOLNSHIRE

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First MSc in Organic Horticulture

Approval has been granted for a new training programme in the form of an MSc in Organic Horticulture. The programme has been developed by Professor Peter Jones, School of Biological, Earth and Environmental Sciences (BEES), UCC and Mr. Eoin Lettice also from BEES.

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Ireland Launches a New Organic Focus Group

Shane McEntee TD, Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine today launched Organic Focus, a new national group which aims to act as a driving force for the development of the Organic Sector in Ireland.

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Dail Questions - Best Practice for Horticulture Courses Content

Patrick O'Donovan (Limerick, Fine Gael) asks the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if the external examiner assigned to agricultural colleges is required to liaise with the horticulture industry in terms of establishing current best practices and approaches when assessing the course content examination methods and certification standards for trainees; and if he will make a statement on the matter.

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Dail Questions - Deputy Patrick O’Donovan - The Need to Establish a National Strategy for the Development of the Horticulture Industry

Seán Barrett (Ceann Comhairle; Dún Laoghaire, Ceann Comhairle) I wish to advise the House of the following matters in respect of which notice has been given under Standing Order 27A and the name of the Member in each case: (1) Deputy Stephen S. Donnelly -

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New Outdoor Eco-Friendly Furniture Company Launched

Benmore Furniture. An innovative range of solid wood garden furniture made from reclaimed timber.

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Teagasc Organic Farm Walks

Teagasc have announced 16 organic farm walks this year. Walks are open to the public to attend and anyone who is interested in organic farming should go to see organic farming in practice and meet and speak with the producers and the sector’s experts.

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HortiTrends Weekly Comment & News Digest June 28th

Congratulations on Tully's Win at UK National Plant Awards. They won 'Best in Show’ from over 100 entries. Its a great win for the family and company. The publicity will assist them greatly with their continued export drive into the UK. It was a Hebe ‘Rhubarb and Custard’ that brought them the accolade and those of you who are familiar with the business will know that they have built a great reputation and level of expertise on the back of this family of plants, including thier new 'Bella Bloom' branded Hebe collection.

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