IOFGA welcomes the clarification from the FSAI and DAFM concerning the labelling of organic eggs. Until recently all organic egg producers falsely believed that they could not apply the marketing standard “free range” to label organic eggs. IOFGA queried the restriction as they believed it was misleading for consumers and a barrier to the expansion of the organic sector.
Free range criteria is embedded in the organic standards and now according to the competent authority, certified organic egg producers can apply the marketing standard.
As a result of this clarification, organic egg producers can now describe their eggs as organic and free range. Gillian Westbrook, General Manager, IOFGA stated “This is a fantastic turn around as it allows organic egg producers to legally state how their eggs are produced. In the past it was a marketing disadvantage for our members as consumers did not realise that organic eggs must be free range, now this information is clearly available for consumers. Producers must simply be registered under both pieces of legislation with the Department”.
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For more information please contact;
Gillian Westbrook
General Manager IOFGA,
Tel 087 7819967
Grace Maher
Development Officer IOFGA,
Tel 087 6125989


Roscommon Lamb Festival
The Roscommon Lamb festival starts today May 2nd and there is a wide range of activies lined up for the next few days, from sheep shearing to cooking demonstrations, barbeques, guest speakers and Irish dancing. For more information and a full list of events see http://www.roscommonlambfestival.com/