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A selection of Ireland’s movers and shakers in the food and drinks industry was honoured at the ceremony.
On Thursday October 17th, in the Bord Bia Global Hub in Dublin, some of the country’s brightest and most innovative food and drinks producers gathered for this year’s National Organic Awards.
The awards, which are run by Bord Bia in association with the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, take place every two years to acknowledge some brilliant companies and brands operating in Ireland, and are judged by an expert-led panel across seven key categories.
We previously covered the shortlist of nominees (which you can read here) and now, we can proudly reveal the list of winners.
Drumroll, please….
Best Irish Organic Product Award
Nominees: Burren Smokehouse, Waterford Distillery, The Merry Mill, Coghlan’s Artisan Bakers, Carraig Rua Bakery.
Winner: Burren Smokehouse
A family-run business since 1989, Burren Smokehouse produces award-winning, organic, traditionally smoked Irish salmon. The company is also deeply committed to sustainability and supports eco-friendly practices, such as using renewable energy.
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Best Irish Organic Private Label Product Award
Nominees: Irish Country Meats, All About Kombucha, The Nest Box Egg Company, Culinary Microherbs
Winner: Irish Country Meats through Dunnes Stores
As one of Ireland’s leading organic lamb and mutton processors, Irish Country Meats is dedicated to quality and sustainability. Their products are widely available both domestically and internationally.
Best Irish Organic Export Product Award
Nominees: Bantry Bay Premium Seafoods, Wild Irish Seaweeds, Waterford Distillery, The Nest Box Egg Company, Flahavan’s
Winner: Flahavan’s
This family-owned business, operating since 1785, is Ireland’s leading producer of organic oats and oatmeal. Flahavans is famed for its sustainable farming practices, and their porridge is known for its rich, creamy texture.
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Best New and Innovative Irish Organic Product
Nominees: Nik’s Tea, Nibbed Cacao, Wild Irish Seaweeds, Culinary Microherbs, Garryhinch Wood Exotic Mushrooms
Winner: Garryhinch Wood Exotic Mushrooms
Known for growing a wide variety of specialty mushrooms, including shiitake and oyster mushrooms, Garryhinch Wood Exotic Mushrooms focuses on organic cultivation methods. Their mushrooms are highly sought after by chefs across Ireland.
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Direct to Consumer Excellence Award
Nominees: Burren Smokehouse, Green Earth Organics, Nibbed Cacoa, All About Kombucha, The Merry Mill
Winner: Green Earth Organics
This organic farm delivers fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables directly to homes across Ireland. They emphasise sustainability and biodiversity in their farming practices.
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Irish Organic Champion
Winner: Colin Keogh of the Organic Trust
