Organic Farming

Emergence of Organic Farming The roots of organic farming go right back to the early 20th century. Organic farming arises from a philosophical and practical basis, which have led to the development of a variety of alternative methods of agricultural production worldwide. This is one of the reasons why people have misconceptions of what organic farming actually is. ( Le Guillou,2001) Five key figures have inspired the international organic movement. It all began in the 1920's …

…that 68% of Irish customers do not buy organic as they claim it is to expensive and 52% are disappointed with distribution. Bord Bia (2001) Prospects for organic food in Ireland Le Guillou (2001( Organic farming guide to community rules Luxembourg : European Community Mintel (2001) Healthier foods in Ireland London :Mintel Tate W.B (1994) The development of the organic industry and market : An international perspective in Lampkin N.H and Padel S. The economics of organic farming Wallingford : CAB International