Its annual market report found dairy was the biggest sector of the organic market, accounting for one-third of all organic sales in the last 12 months. Sales were helped by a "strong organic heritage", low organic premiums, plus consumer marketing campaigns.

Organic diets capable of high yields of 8000 litres can be achieved from UK sources.

A new Kingston-based organic produce group has launched its first monthly packet of seeds to encourage people to grow their own salads, vegetables and flowers.

Even though organic methods may increase farm biodiversity, a combination of conventional farming and protected areas could sometimes be a better way to maintain food production and protect wildlife.

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