UK appetite for organic food is hampered by supply problems

Britain's soaring appetite for organic food is being hampered by supply problems in the industry, according to a new report published today.

The organic food and drink market is now worth about £1.5bn a year in Britain - up by about 70% since 2002 - and is set to increase by another 54% by 2012, according to market analyst Mintel. However, its Organic Food in the UK report says the market for organic food in Britain has not achieved its full potential because supply cannot meet demand.