INISHOWEN farmers have
been urged to attend one or more of the Teagasc
Organic Farm Walks running from June – September.
The only walk to be held in Co Donegal will take
place this Thursday, July 1, 2010 at 2pm at Inch
Level, Speenogue, Burt. The walk will be facilitated
by Ian Witherow of Donegal Creameries.
Minister for State at the Department of Agriculture,
Ciaran Cuffe said the walks were a great way for
farmers to explore organic production.
Speaking after his recent attendance at the
Sustainable Foods Summit in Amsterdam, the minister
said:
"The prominence given to sustainable food production
and level of interest expressed by international
multiples and retailers in organic farming
highlights the fact that organic production has a
bright future on the global market.
"It was clearly recognised by the wide spectrum of
interested parties present, that organic production
and organic farming have the potential to play a
strategic role in the move to sustainable production
and consumption."
Minister Cuffe said the Teagasc Farm Walks offer
farmers the chance to learn, first hand, about the
practicalities of organic farming.
“Having the opportunity to discuss all related
topics with the host farmer, Teagasc experts,
department officials and representatives from
organic certification bodies, is a chance not to be
missed. This year, Teagasc have incorporated
specific themes into such farm walks, such as
composting and clover, which will be of benefit not
only to farmers considering the organic option for
the first time but also to existing organic farmers.
I would encourage more farmers to attend the
remaining upcoming organic farm walks." |
