Brussels Sprouts belong to the Brassica family and have a distinctive "love or hate" flavour. They are believed to have originated in Flanders (part of modern day Belgium) in the Middle Ages. They are similar in nature to miniature cabbages growing in concentric rows on a long tough stalk. Brussels sprouts are a traditional Christmas dinner item but are available for most of the year.

Seasonality

Jan- Mar & Aug- Dec

About the Producer

The Thorpe family has been farming in Knockroe since the 1700s. Desmond and Olive, along with their family, started conversion to farming organically in 1985. It 's been fully certified organic with the Irish Organic Association for over thirty years. The farm produces a range of seasonal vegetables, including broccoli, cabbages, cauliflowers, along with oats and some beef and lamb. They are located near New Ross in Co. Wexford