White pressures government on organic sector

GREEN Party Deputy Leader and Spokesperson on Food and Agriculture Councillor Mary White has called for the Government to ensure that the Irish organic sector can fulfil its potential by setting ambitious targets and pursuing the appropriate policies to achieve results. “The market for Irish organic food has grown rapidly in recent years due to increased aware-ness of the advantages of locally-produced, organic food, in terms of health, environment and food-quality. This is a huge opportunity for Irish agriculture. However, prospective and existing organic growers and farmers need adequate support,” said Cllr White.