BORD BIA is calling on Donegal organic food and drink producers to enter this year’s National Organic Awards.
Set to take place on Thursday, October 7, the National Organic Awards, held in association with the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, celebrate the achBievements of the increasing number of organic growers, producers, and manufacturers in the country.
Donegal-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.
This year’s categories include:
The Irish Organic Sector Champion 2024 – This new award recognises the achievements of an individual who is a true pioneer, a positive influence for the Irish organic sector, encompassing the qualities and philosophy of what the Irish organic sector stands for, and helping to progress the sector.
Best Irish Organic Product Award – Open to Irish organic branded food and beverage products available for sale in Ireland either through retail, speciality, food service, or direct-to-consumer channels.
Best Irish Organic Private Label Product Award – Open to Irish organic products currently available through Irish retail/food service channels, including seasonal products that were available over the past 12 months.
Best Irish Organic Product Export Award – Open to products currently being sold in the export market.
Best New and Innovative Irish Organic Product – Open to new products or packaging innovations launched since October 2022.
Direct to Consumer Excellence Award – Open to products being sold directly to consumers via e-commerce, e.g., company website, third-party shop, social media shop, etc. (Online sales via Irish retailer websites are not eligible).
Business in the Community Award – This category will acknowledge the achievements of businesses in their local communities.
For more information on the individual categories and how to apply, please visit Bord Bia’s website.
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