Calling Kilkenny organic food and drink producers

Bord Bia has announced the details of the National Organic Awards, which will take place in Dublin on Thursday, October 17.

The National Organic Awards, held in association with the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, celebrate the achievements of the increasing number of organic growers, producers, and manufacturers in the country. Kilkenny-based organic producers are invited to submit entries into one of seven categories before the closing date of August 12.

Judging will take place at the National Organic Food Fair in Merrion Square, Dublin on August 31.

Minister of State for Land Use and Biodiversity, Pippa Hackett commented: “The organic sector in Ireland is going from strength to strength, and the standard of what we are producing here really is world-class. I’m looking forward to seeing the quality of entries when they are judged at the National Organic Food Fair in Merrion Square at the end of August, and indeed to the main event itself when the award winners and the very best of our sector will be announced on October 17.”

Emmet Doyle, Organic Sector Manager in Bord Bia, said: “The National Organic Awards offer a platform to highlight the best organic food and drink produced in Ireland. As the momentum for Irish organics continues to grow, we are excited to celebrate the achievements and innovations of the sector’s pioneers. This year, in recognition of the dedicated efforts of many individuals in advancing the sector, we are proud to introduce the ‘Irish Organic Sector Champion’ award. Unlike other awards, all nominees for this category will be nominated by their peers. We look forward to receiving entries from businesses across the country in the coming weeks.”

 For more information and full category details see bordbia.ie