Organic News & Developments

New Schemes to Support Horticulture Innovation and Diversification Launched

IOA Webmaster2024-07-25T11:32:01+01:00The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine have launched two new schemes to support innovation and diversification in the horticulture sector. The deadline for receipt of completed applications under both these schemes is midnight on Friday 23rd August 2024.

Nominations Now Open for the National Organic Awards 2024

IOA Webmaster2024-07-24T11:29:22+01:00Nominations are now open for the National Organic Awards 2024. The awards seek to recognise the achievements of Irish organic food and drink producers across the sector. The Closing date for applications is Monday 12th August in seven categories.

National Enterprise Hub Aims to be a One-Stop Shop for Business Supports

IOA Webmaster2024-07-22T18:09:53+01:00Enterprise Ireland, in association with the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment (DETE) has launched a new National Enterprise Hub (NEH) which aims to be a one-stop shop for businesses big and small to easily find and learn more about public support relevant to their sector.

Airfield Summer Series 2024

IOA Webmaster2024-07-10T10:46:04+01:00The Airfield Estate is organising several themed weekend events as part of its "Summer Series" over the coming weeks and months looking at different aspects of sustainability from food and farming to health and nature. Tickets for individual events are priced at between €8 and €15 with many activities free for Airfield Estate members.

New Aquaculture Capital Investment and Seafood Training Schemes Open

IOA Webmaster2024-07-22T18:05:07+01:00The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine announced the opening of some schemes relevant to the Aquaculture sector offered by BIM (Bord Iascaigh Mhara) Ireland’s Seafood Development Agency. These schemes include the Aquaculture Capital Investment Scheme and the Seafood Training Scheme.