Organic Committee (ORG)

The Organic Committee (ORG) is the representative voice of FDF members operating in the organic food and drink sector. The committee monitors developments within the sector and represents its interests and viewpoint to Government departments and external organisation on relevant issues.

Where appropriate the committee will also liaise with and support organisations, such as those within organic certification, retail, research, and trade.

FDF shares regulatory and technical policy updates relevant to the organic food and drink sector through a regular sectorial newsletter.

Next meeting date: 5 November 2025

ORG documents Organic Issues Matrix

Committee purpose

The purpose of the committee is to:

  • Provide a forum for FDF members engaged in the supply of organic products to discuss issues of common concern.
  • Communicate information on external developments of concern to FDF members with organic interests.
  • Represent the interests of FDF members operating in the organic sector in discussion with organisations, Government departments, external committees and bodies concerned with organic food and drink issues – focusing on organic food and drink exports.