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Organic Food and Beverage Market Expected to Reach $860,625.7 Million by 2031
Organic Food and Beverage Market Rising demand for clean label food and beverage products is expected to be a major driver for the growth of the organic food and beverage industry PORTLAND, 5933 NE WIN SIVERS DRIVE, #205, OR 97220, USA, March 17, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ — According to a new report released by Allied Market …
LG Emphasizes Organic Agriculture to Bring Paradigm Shift in Agrarian Policy and Rural Prosperity
Added March 8, 2022 Images News Network Said of efforts to increase productivity through the infusion of traditional knowledge, modern science and technology Jammu: Lt. Governor Manoj Sinha said on Monday that his administration is giving fresh impetus to organic agriculture to bring about a paradigm shift in agrarian policy, rural prosperity and improved incomes …
Celebrities join organic farming awareness campaign | The new times
On Friday March 4, celebrities gathered at the Kimironko market, as they joined an awareness campaign to support Rwandan farmers who practice organic farming. The public event was organized by the Rwanda Organic Agriculture Movement (ROAM) to celebrate and honor farmers as key players in the economic development of the country. A host of celebrities …
6 big challenges for the Indian organic food market
Ever since the pandemic hit the world, people have deeply understood that health is the real wealth. With increased awareness of quality and organic food eating habits of people, a surge in demand for organic food products can be seen in the Indian market. We find that people are opting for organic products over other …
Organic Food Iberia & Organic Food Iberia open registrations for 2022 – Retail Times
Visitor registration is now open for Organic Food Iberia & Eco Living Iberia 2022, which is expected to be its biggest show to date. Due to the success of the show (since its launch in 2019), the joint event organizers Diversified Communications and IFEMA MADRID have announced that the 2022 edition will take place in …
SKUAST-Kashmir organizes an interface of farmers and scientists on organic agriculture – Kashmir Reader
Srinagar: An interface of progressive organic farmers from the valley and scientists from the university’s organic group organized an interaction program at the Shalimar campus in which scientists and the farming community shared their views.The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Nazir Ahmad Ganai chaired the session, besides Director of Extension, Prof. Dil Mohammad Makhdoomi, Director of Research, …
Why organic food is out of fashion
Is the fact that organic is a rigid system part of the problem? Patrick Holden, founder of The Sustainable Food Trust and the first person to supply Sainsbury’s with organic carrots, back in the 1980s, thinks it might. “The problem with bio is that it’s an exercise in line drawing. He says above the line …
The organic farming caravan of farmers starts today
A 3-day organic farming caravan, aimed at strengthening and energizing organic farming practices, will begin today. Organized by Participatory Ecological Land Use Management (PELUM) Uganda and the Knowledge Center for Organic Agriculture in East Africa (KHEA), the event will be held under the theme, Sharing knowledge and l experience of organic farming. Speaking to reporters …
Harmonization of standards will promote the growth of organic agriculture in West Africa —ECOWAS
The Head of the Agriculture Division of the ECOWAS Commission in Abuja, Mr. Ernest Aubee, said the harmonization of organic farming standards in West Africa will help develop trade in the region. . Aubee made the claim during an online presentation on the “benefits and opportunities of organic farming” hosted by Go Organic Journalists Initiative. …
The benefits of organic farming |
Modern consumers have more choices than ever. Whether shopping for appliances, books, clothing, or one of the myriad necessities of daily life, consumers have a multitude of products to choose from. An abundance of options are also available at the grocery store. This is especially true in the produce aisle, where many stores have expanded …
Harmonization of standards will grow organic farming in West Africa —ECOWAS
The Head of the Agriculture Division of the ECOWAS Commission in Abuja, Mr. Ernest Aubee, said the harmonization of organic farming standards in West Africa will help develop trade in the region. . Aubee made the claim during an online presentation on “The Benefits and Opportunities of Organic Farming” hosted by the Journalists Go Organic …
Harmonization of standards will grow organic agriculture in West Africa ― ECOWAS
The Head of the Agriculture Division of the ECOWAS Commission in Abuja, Mr. Ernest Aubee, said the harmonization of organic farming standards in West Africa will help develop trade in the region. . Aubee made the claim during an online presentation on “The Benefits and Opportunities of Organic Farming” hosted by the Journalists Go Organic …
EU organic food could be sidelined by pending eco-labelling scheme, warns IFOAM
03 Feb 2022 — The EU organic sector has hit back at plans to harmonize eco-claims and create eco-labels covering nutritional, climate, environmental and social aspects of food production, calling the situation “worrying “. The EU’s ‘Product Environmental Footprint’ (PEF) aims to measure the environmental impact of commercial goods and is the …
POV: The Messy “Non-Organic” Reality of Imported Organic Foods
I am a strong believer in consumer choice. While I don’t agree with every choice a consumer makes, it is important that they have the right to make informed decisions. However, the problem is that many people miss the “informed” part of the decision-making process. In today’s world, it’s so easy to get swayed by …
What is driving consumer demand for organic food and
DEERFIELD, Ill., Jan. 26, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — FoodChain ID, a market-leading provider of food safety, quality and sustainability technology solutions, in partnership with The Hartman Group, food experts and American Beverage Culture, will host a webinar titled “What’s Driving Consumer Demand for Organic Food and Beverages?” on February 17, 2022. Register for free via …
3 stocks to buy if you think organic food sales will continue to rise
More … than 85% of the world’s population has moved to sustainable procurement over the past five years. As part of this, the demand for organic foods has increased, especially during the pandemic, as people have adopted healthy eating habits to maintain their physical health while living sedentary and remote lives. Additionally, consumers are turning …
FCTA Inaugurates 16-Person Committee on Organic Agriculture
FCTA The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) inaugurated a committee of 16 people on the innovation platform/technical advice in organic agriculture. At the inauguration of the committee on Wednesday in Abuja, the secretary of the FCT Agriculture and Rural Development Secretariat (ARDS) mandate, Mallam Abubakar Ibrahim, said the committee would help strengthen organic farming initiatives …
FCTA Inaugurates 16-Person Committee on Organic Agriculture – Blueprint Newspapers Limited
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has inaugurated a 16-person Organic Agriculture Innovation Committee. At the inauguration of the committee on Wednesday in Abuja, the secretary of the FCT Agriculture and Rural Development Secretariat (ARDS) mandate, Mallam Abubakar Ibrahim, said the committee would help strengthen organic farming initiatives across the country. territory. He explained that …
Is organic food REALLY healthier?
Many people now believe that organic foods are safer, healthier and tastier than regular foods. Others say it’s better for the environment and improves animal welfare. You can pay up to 200% more for an organic label, but is that all hype? It’s easy to see how organic is perceived as healthier – the image …
PM Modi recognizes and appreciates the organic farming of FPO Jivamrit
Biological agriculture In addition to providing cash assistance to farmers under Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi, the government provided capital grants to encourage agricultural producer organizations (OPAs). Haridwar, an FPO-Jivamrit organic agricultural production company based in Uttarakhand, is one such example. On the occasion of the Happy New Year 2022, a virtual meeting between Prime …
Organic Food and Beverage Market Estimates to Reach a CAGR of 16.4% from 2016 to 2022
Organic food and drink market Organic Food and Beverage Market Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2014-2022 POTLAND, 5933 NE WIN SIVERS DRIVE, # 205, OR 97220, USA, January 11, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ – The Organic Food and Beverage Market Report, released by Allied Market Research, predicts the global market is expected to reach $ 327,600 …
More than 50% of the area devoted to organic farming in the Ribera is used to cultivate citrus fruits
Data from the Committee for Ecological Agriculture of the Valencian Community (CAECV) at the end of 2021 indicate that the number of organic operators and the area devoted to organic production in the whole of the Valencian Community have increased by almost 20 %. According to CAECV, the region of La Ribera had until December …
Organic farming in Ireland: should you convert?
In this article, we take a look at organic farming in Ireland, the programs and incentives, and the process involved. There are currently 2,127 organic farms in Ireland, of which more than 1,700 are farmers. This group operates less than 2% of Irish farmland. Organic farms are mainly from Lin counties in the southwest of …
Let’s eat: more than just healthy organic food
Sleepy G Farm isn’t just about food; it is also about building a community. Marcelle Paulin and Brendan Grant didn’t think they would choose a career in agriculture when they met while they were students at Lakehead University. Paulin says she grew up in a rural area where the school bus “smelled of dung,†she …
70% of Nigerian farmers do not yet practice organic farming
The Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development said that around seventy percent of Nigerian farmers do not yet practice organic farming. Dr Abubakar said that true organic produce remains a certified production method that is not yet widely understood by Nigerian farmers, adding that its practice in an organized manner is still new to the …
Organic food: artisanal food becomes a way to indulge yourself in the midst of a pandemic
Healthy indulgence has become the ultimate lifestyle mantra during the lockdown period. Customers have started to invest in healthy products that are both forgiving and from a safe environment. This demand gave way to artisanal food. “Artisanal foods are products that are handcrafted in small batches with traditional production techniques instead of automation. The ingredients …
$ 600,000 in funds available to advance organic agriculture
The Organic Center today announced a new partnership with the Food and Agriculture Research Foundation (FFAR) to advance organic agriculture through the provision of $ 600,000 in matching funds for programs supporting training, technical support and innovative climate research. These funds will support several projects through two separate initiatives, a Biological Training Award for Agricultural …
Huge European market of 106 billion euros for organic food – GIZ
The global market for organically grown food products has reached 106 billion euros and a formal agreement must be reached to integrate Sri Lankan products into this space, said the chief representative of German affairs for the industry. and trade in Sri Lanka, Andreas Hergenroether. He said the European Union (EU) is the fastest growing …
Organic Food Preservatives Market Expected To Grow At A CAGR Of 4.71% By 2026 | 34% of growth will come from North America | 17,000 + Technavio reports
34% of market growth will come from North America. The United States, Canada and Mexico are the main markets for organic food preservatives in the region. Consumers in North America are opting for alternative choices to reduce the impact on health, leading to a shift towards organic products rather than foods with high chemical content, …
Organic Food Preservatives Market Expected To Grow At A CAGR Of 4.71% By 2026 | 34% of growth will come from North America | 17,000 + Technavio reports | national news
NEW YORK, Dec 3 2021 / PRNewswire / – Consuming several artificial preservatives, such as nitrates, benzoates, sulfites, sorbates, parabens, and formaldehyde, can lead to serious health risks such as hypersensitivity, allergy, asthma, hyperactivity , neurological damage and cancer. Thus, health issues related to chemical food preservatives will lead demand for organic food preservatives In …
Investing in Organic Food: A Complete Guide to Making Money From It.
Did you know that the organic food market will be worth $ 272.18 billion by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 12.2% from 2020 with the impact of COVID-19 – meticulous research analysis® . You may be wondering why you should even consider organic food. The benefits of organic foods have been widely studied. Organic …
Stable prices for organic food products – Manila Bulletin
Prices for organic foods are now more stable than those for foods produced using conventional agriculture, according to an organic farmer in Tayabas, Quezon. Alicia Valdoria, organic farmer from Tayabas, Quezon, told a briefing in Tugon Kabuhayan on Monday, November 29, that although organic food products are more expensive, their prices are much more stable …
Potential of organic farming at J&K – Jammu Kashmir Latest news | Tourism
Jagdish Chander RainaOrganic farming has received increasing attention around the world in recent times due to the growing awareness of the health risks of chemical farming. Consumers are awakening and asking themselves the question of ethics in promoting poisons in our food chain. They are willing to pay more for chemicals free, environmentally friendly and …
Harmonize organic farming standards to improve regional trade – according to ECOWAS experts
Experts in organic farming practices say that the harmonization of its standards by the 15 ECOWAS member countries will improve the quality trade of products and certified products in the region. They gave the assurance at the end of the 6th West African conference on organic farming with the theme: “Feeding the world without poisoning” …
Marcos envisions organic farming roadmap for PH – Manila Bulletin
Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos, Jr., standard bearer of the Partido Federal ng Pilipinas (PFP), seeks to establish a comprehensive organic farming plan that will be of real benefit to Filipino farmers. The presidential aspirant noted that there had been slow growth in farmland turning to organic farming despite the enactment of Republic Law 10068 or the …
Global Organic Food and Beverage Market to 2026 – Featuring Amy’s Kitchen, Eden Foods, and SunOpta, among others – ResearchAndMarkets.com
DUBLIN – (COMMERCIAL THREAD)–The “Global Organic Food and Drink Market Overview, 2020-26” the report was added to ResearchAndMarkets.com offer. According to this report, the organic food and beverage industry has grown into a multi-billion dollar industry with separate production, processing, distribution and retail systems. The global market is home to a range of organically produced …
Organic rejection of modernity
The rapid advances in technology have enriched our daily lives. We can take photos and videos with a cell phone, we can surf the Internet, organs can be transplanted, genetic engineering can be used to develop vaccines, while wind turbines and solar panels are changing the way we produce. electricity, 5G will revolutionize telecommunications, streaming …
FG urged to integrate organic farming into education curricula – Blueprint Newspapers Limited
The federal government has been urged to step up efforts to integrate organic farming into existing agricultural training programs at all educational levels in Nigeria. Participants at the recently concluded 2021 National Organic Business Summit in Abuja made the suggestion as part of the statement’s resolution, adding that organic farming stakeholders in the country should …
State of Organic Agriculture: A Global Perspective
By Prof. GC Samaraweera and PNMM Wijerathna, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna Organic farming refers to farming methods that combine traditional farming methods with modern farming technologies. He has always used rotation crops, naturally controlling pests, diversifying crops and livestock, and improving the soil with additions of compost and animal and green manures. Looking …
Cultivating the Next Generation of Organic Food Industry Leaders | CU Boulder today
Growing up in rural Colorado, Jamie Orth was always attentive to where food came from, but it wasn’t until college that she discovered the wide variety of products available at various grocery stores and chain stores. natural food. “I was fascinated by the variety and quality of the products, which sparked a deep interest and …
Nature’s Path acquires majority stake in Chilliwack organic food business – North Delta Reporter
A new partnership is poised to take Anita’s Organic Mill of Chilliwack to the next level. North American organic food giant Nature’s Path announced this week that it has acquired a majority stake in organic flour, grain and grain maker Chilliwack. nature Path is “delighted” to add the Anita brand to its portfolio, according to …
The fight against climate change is no excuse to develop organic farming
Journalists like to lecture the public on the importance of science while promoting clearly unscientific ideas when it suits them. The pandemic has put this contradiction in the spotlight as news outlets like CNN, The Guardian and The Washington Post have championed COVID-19 vaccines while regularly posting sloppy stories about the dangers of pesticides and …
Developing Green Agriculture to Help Pakistan Reduce Poverty – China Economic Net
by Wang Xiaotong SHANGHAI, November 8 (China Economic Net) C The development of ecological agriculture is an important approach to reducing poverty, both in China and around the world. By establishing a comprehensive quality management system, it will not only improve the quality and reputation of agricultural products, but also greatly increase the income of …
Spain still lags far behind Europe in organic food consumption
Spain is the first European producer of organic products in terms of area and the third largest producer of these products in the world. However, the consumption of certified organic products in Spain only represents 2.4% of the country’s total food market. This is still far from the European average and from the leading countries …
The organic food market in “coarse health”
ORGANIC FOOD sales are booming as UK buyers make a conscious choice to seek out foods with less impact on the environment and animal welfare. That was the picture painted by the latest data from NielsenIQ presented at the Soil Association certification trade conference last week. The organic market remains healthy, with growth of 6.5% …
New markets crucial for an ambitious organic plan
According to the Irish Cattle and Sheep Farmers’ Association (ICSA), Ireland’s ambitious plan to quadruple the organic farming sector must come with the same ambition to find and secure new markets for it. The chairman of the organics organization, Fergal Byrne, said a strategy to “dramatically increase Irish organic exports must be developed alongside the …
Focus on organic farming: Vice-president Venkaiah Naidu
VIJAYAWADA: Vice President Mr. Venkaiah Naidu said that the development of the country is only possible if there is a corresponding growth of the food producers, the farming community. He said farmers’ efforts to produce food grains were up to the diligence of frontline Covid fighters, adding that in the eyes of farmers, farming was …
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East African region to promote ecological organic farming
The committee which is formed by the ecological organic farming organizations of the six regional states met in Dar es Salaam on Wednesday and Thursday this week and held discussions on the progress made so far, the challenges and the way forward. to follow. Meeting participants told the Guardian that some progress has been made …
Adopt an organic farming system to minimize the impact of climate change – Crop Services Director
The director of the Crop Services Directorate at the Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA), Seth Osei Akoto, urged local farmers to adopt an organic farming system to reduce the impact of climate change. He said it would also allow them to increase their yield, grow healthy food crops to ensure food security and consumer …
Adopt an organic farming system to minimize the impact of climate change
Seth Osei Akoto, Director, Agricultural Services Directorate at MOFA Seth Osei Akoto, director of the Harvest Services Directorate of the Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA), urged local farmers to adopt an organic farming system to reduce the impact of climate change. He said it would also allow them to increase their yields, grow healthy …
Adopt an organic farming system to minimize the impact of climate change – Director of Crop Services
Organic Agriculture Workshop Mr. Seth Osei Akoto, Director of Crop Services Directorate, Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA), urged local farmers to adopt organic farming system to reduce the impact of climate change . He said it would also allow them to increase their yield, grow healthy food crops to ensure food security and consumer …
Uganda’s organic food value chain – from cultivation to processing
Shares Uganda’s processing plant outside the capital Kampala. The global organic food market is expected to grow 14.59% annually to reach $ 368.94 billion by 2026, according to a report by Report link. Tapping into this market presents significant opportunities for agribusiness companies who can put in place the right systems and support to meet …
The emerging organic food industry in post-pandemic India
The organic food industry in India has just started to take small steps into what appears to be a bright future for the industry which has boomed after the pandemic. India ranks first in Asia (fifth in the world) with 23 lakh hectares in organic farming, according to FiBL (The Research Institute of Organic Agriculture) …
How to start an organic food store business in India?
With the growing awareness of healthy living among the modern generation, more and more people are now adopting organic foods to stay healthy. This is why the Indian organic food market anticipates a rise of 25% in the years to come, and there is enormous leeway to venture into the organic food business. Also, for …
The mainstream of organic food, but there is still room to grow
Organic food was once considered a niche category for health nuts and hippies, but today it’s a routine choice for millions of Americans. For years after the passage of the Organic Food Production Act 1990, which established national organic standards, consumers had to look for organic products at food cooperatives and farmers’ markets. Today, more …
Is Sri Lanka’s experience in organic farming a lesson for Kerala? | Subhiksham Surakshitham | organic farming campaign in Kerala
The sudden switch to organic farming in Sri Lanka, which ended in disaster, raised many questions about the effectiveness and practicality of the concept. In the meantime, the Chief Minister of Kerala recently announced an organic farming campaign in the state aimed at achieving self-sufficiency in the production of safe and wholesome food. However, the …
FRIEND launches online series on organic food systems and the opportunities this could bring
FRIEND launches online series on organic food systems and the opportunities this could bring FRIEND has launched a series on Organic Food Systems which will allow people to learn about organic farming and the opportunities it could bring. Speaking at the launch, FRIEND Founder and CEO Sashi Kiran said they have generated a lot of …
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Organic farming: history, chronology and impact
Organic farming refers to a method of farming that uses fertilizers made from animal and plant wastes and other organic materials. Recognizing the environmental damage from traditional agriculture, which used pesticides and chemical fertilizers, the scientists found that agricultural conditions could benefit from the use of animal manure, crop rotation, cover crops and the natural …
Amazon boost for organic food and drink
UK-organic companies are offered a potentially valuable new sales platform as part of Amazon’s sustainability agenda. The opportunity arose as Soil Association certification became part of Amazon’s Climate Pledge Friendly initiative. The sustainability initiative, launched in October 2020, aims to make it easier for buyers looking for sustainable products to find them and know that …
Most Dutch consumers won’t pay higher prices for organic food: ACM
Organic herbs for sale at a market. Photo: DutchNews.nl Most Dutch consumers are unwilling to pay higher prices for organic food and this is the main obstacle to creating a more sustainable agricultural sector, according to a new study by the ACM Consumer and Markets Authority. The research, carried out on behalf of the Ministry …
Food and Drink: 6 Easy Places to Buy Organic Food Food and drink
Often times, people think that eating healthy and organic means doing all of your shopping at small, expensive health food stores. Not true! The mainstream world is quickly becoming much more savvy when it comes to eating well. So many consumers are now looking for these items that they have started to appear in many …
Organic AG Products shares the reasons for the rise of organic farming
Organic AG Products is one of the leading producers of organic products. He described some of the reasons organic farming is becoming popular. Arroyo Grande, CA – Organic AG Products, in an article on the website, highlighted why organic farming is popular today. The organic food industry is growing rapidly and guarantees high profitability. According …
[Sustainability Agenda] How The Living Greens brings organic farming to urban spaces
Graduated in agro-engineering, Prateek Tiwari recognized the potential of organic products long before their enormous popularity today. To simplify the farm-to-fork supply chain, Prateek started an organic farming business in 2003, but it quickly closed in 2006. “There was no organized retail business at the time. It was also difficult to convince farmers not to …
Organic farming pays off, attests to a young investor in spice crops
By Gadiosa Lamtey Dar es Salaam. While most young people see agriculture as devoid of instant gains – and don’t take a second look – this is quite another thing for Maurice Awiti (29), as he believes the sector has many opportunities. which remain to be seized. fully exploited. As a result, the young man …
Technocrat Becomes Farmer, Helping Others Double Their Income Through Organic Farming – The New Indian Express
Express news service RANCHI: Rakesh Mahanty, a 30-year-old engineering graduate, quit his high paying job to engage in community farming and has helped more than 80 farmers associated with him in Patamda block of Jamshedpur to double their income. According to Mahanty, if you want to make things better, he has to become a role …
Here are the reasons why organic food is more expensive
ALBANY – Have you ever been to the grocery store and noticed that products labeled organic often have higher prices than the same items without this seal? They do – but there are reasons for the difference. Take, for example, some items at a local supermarket. A pack of two organic cucumbers can cost $ …
Dutch still lag behind in organic farming, but supermarket sales are on the rise
Organic pears on a farm near Edam. Photo: DutchNews.nl The Netherlands continues to lag behind other European countries when it comes to organic farming, industry organization Bionext said in its annual report. Only 4.1% of arable land in the Netherlands was certified organic in 2020, slightly more than the previous year when 3.8% was devoted …
Organic Food Packaging Market: Insights by Type
Organic Food Packaging Market The word “organic†is regulated by international standards as well as by individual national regulations. These regulations include requirements for the production, processing and labeling of organic foods. The food products described by this term must be produced organically, which means that they must not contain genetically modified substances, pesticides, fertilizers …
Organic farming program approvals for over 270 farmers
Minister Pippa Hackett announced that DAFM has started issuing approvals to farmers under the organic farming program. The reopening of the program has seen organic land in Ireland increase by almost 20% this year alone. Organic Agriculture approvals In the announcement, the Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Navy, Senator …
Area under organic farming in the Ganges basin increased from 23,840 Ha to 1,037,780 Ha: NMCG
Outlook September 23, 2021 10:29 PM IST Area under organic farming in the Ganges basin increased from 23,840 Ha to 1,037,780 Ha: NMCG perspectivesinde.com 1970-01-01T05: 30: 00 + 0530 New Delhi, Sep 23 (PTI) The area devoted to organic farming and agroforestry in the Ganges basin region increased from 23,840 hectares to 1.03,780 hectares, the …
ADB: organic, a boon for the SEA
Southeast Asian countries like the Philippines, where demand for organic food products has increased in recent months, could become hot spots for agricultural investments, according to the Asian Development Bank (AfDB). The AfDB report says the pandemic has underscored the importance of healthy eating and a healthy lifestyle. Demand for these products has increased in …
Celebrate European organic food with the launch of the European Day of Organic Agriculture
Image: Wikimedia The EU has decided to celebrate European organic food with the launch of the European Day of Organic Agriculture. European Organic Day will be celebrated on September 23 of each year. The new initiative is designed to showcase and promote organic products grown in the European space. Agriculture Commissioner Janusz Wojciechowski said: “Today …
Sri Lanka’s organic farming crisis: learning from failures
Sri Lanka found itself in economic crisis as it continued to produce 100% organic food ‘The food crisis in Lanka shows the dangers of organic farming â€. It was the title of a column by Indian economist Swaminathan Anklesaria Aiyar, published recently in a national daily. Aiyar’s article analyzed the food crisis in Sri Lanka, …
Why is organic food good for your health?
In 2020, a total of 6.5% of the average basket of French people was made up of organic products, and 13% of French people declared that they consumed at least one organic product per day. According to Agence Bio, since the health crisis, more and more French people say they take more time to cook …
Launch of the online course on organic farming
Professor Jayashankar Telangana State Agricultural University (PJTSAU), in collaboration with the Association of Indian Organic Industry (AIOI), on Tuesday launched an online course on organic farming. The launch was carried out virtually by the Additional Secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmer Welfare Santosh Sarangi, the Director General of the IAOI PVSM Gouri, the …
The second edition of the organic food fair in Madrid was a success
Ifema Madrid hosted nearly 300 organic products companies at the Organic Food and Eco Living Iberia fair on September 8 and 9. This eagerly awaited show brought together a total of 4,978 people, or nearly 5% fewer people than when it was launched in 2019, is an exceptional achievement given the challenges posed by the …
10 benefits of eating organic we bet you didn’t know
Marie Claire is supported by her audience. When you buy through links on our site, we may earn a commission on some of the items you choose to purchase. Plus, two experts share which foods are worth buying organic and which, well, aren’t If you didn’t already know, September marks Organic September, an entire month …
The benefits of organic farming | Agricultural issues
Modern consumers have more choices than ever before. Whether they are buying appliances, books, clothing, or one of the myriad daily necessities, consumers have a plethora of products to choose from. An abundance of options is also available at the grocery store. This is especially true in the fresh produce aisle, where many stores have …
The pandemic has increased appetite for organic food
If there’s one area where the coronavirus pandemic is causing a massive overhaul, it’s in what we eat, where we get our food from, and how food is produced, stored and prepared. There is a growing awareness of the health benefits of a natural and balanced diet that drives the demand for organic and sustainable …
What you need to know about organic food
There is a lot of hype surrounding organic food. But why do people say buying organic is so important and what should you know about organic food? Here’s what you need to know: Better for the floor It is undeniable that organic farming is much better for soil health than conventional farming. The The US …
“The future of organic farming in Iran looks rather promising”
The future of organic farming in Iran looks rather bright. To date, there are 43,000 ha of certified organic farmland. A high growth rate recorded in recent years suggests a rapid and considerable development of this sector. Due to the different climatic conditions across the country, Iran can produce a variety of crops and become …
Switching from chemical farming to organic farming
(Second of two parts) From 2022, following the Supreme Court ruling in the Mandanas case, LGU’s share in national tax revenue will increase by 27%. LGUs are now expected to spend at least 10 percent of their increase in Internal Income Allocation (IRA) on agriculture and fisheries programs, with at least a quarter of the …
Agriculture ministers support the action plan for the development of organic farming and take note of the initiative to establish cage-free farming
The objective of the action plan for the development of organic farming is to stimulate the production and consumption of organic products to reach 25% of agricultural land in organic farming by 2030. The plan also foresees a significant increase in organic aquaculture. Minister PodgorÅ¡ek underlined that this sector has the potential to secure income …
The incomparable advantages of organic farming
Organic farming is a system that completely avoids or largely excludes the use of chemical fertilizers, pesticides or genetically modified organisms. Organic farming is based on crop rotation, use of crop residues, animal excretion and off-farm organic waste. Organic methods used in agriculture can increase productivity, repair environmental damage and protect nature in the long …
The incomparable advantages of organic farming
Organic farming is a system that completely avoids or largely excludes the use of chemical fertilizers, pesticides or genetically modified organisms. Organic farming is based on crop rotation, use of crop residues, animal excretion and off-farm organic waste. Organic methods used in agriculture can increase productivity, repair environmental damage, and protect nature in the long …
What role should organic agriculture play in sustainable food systems?
When it comes to feeding ourselves and the future generations that will inhabit our planet, there is little room to doubt that on a global scale we are “biting the hand that feeds us”. Eighty percent of global deforestation and 11 percent of anthropogenic carbon emissions come from agriculture, and conventional farming practices are the …
Villar welcomes enactment of organic farming law – Manila Bulletin
Senator Cynthia Villar expressed her gratitude to President Rodrigo Duterte who enacted Republic Law (RA) 11511 on December 23, a measure that aims to strengthen organic farming in the Philippines. The legislation was primarily drafted and sponsored by Villar, chairman of the Senate Agriculture and Food Committee. Senator Cynthia Villar is spearheading the launch of …
Duterte signs the law amending the 2010 law on organic farming
THE PRESIDENT Rodrigo Duterte enacted a measure to strengthen organic farming in the Philippines. Republic Law (RA) 11511, an amendment to RA 10068 or the Organic Farming Law of 2010, aims to strengthen the national organic farming program and promote the consumption of organic products by launching a campaign national awareness and consumer education. “It …
UC’s Houston Wilson directs new Institute of Organic Agriculture
Houston Wilson was named the first director of UC’s new Institute of Organic Agriculture in May 2020. Over the past several decades, as the organic farming industry in California has grown, education and research into specific organic farming practices has in some cases lagged behind this. area growth. The University of California (UC) now has …
Farmers should be helped to switch to organic farming, says veteran campaigner
Farmers should practice organic farming methods and EU government funds must help promote this rather than the continued use of pesticides, a veteran campaigner has said. Mario Salerno, who founded the Organic Agriculture Movement of Malta (MOAM) in 1999, said Malta was the only EU country to spend more money on the use of traditional …
Why China is becoming a leader in sustainable and organic agriculture
It’s August and it’s 38°C outside a greenhouse at a fruit farm in suburban Nanjing, China. Inside the farm, customers sample organic grapes and peaches. Ms. Wang, owner of the farm, carefully lifts the lid off a large bin of worms. She raises thousands of them to produce organic fertilizer for her farm. Wang is …
Organic farming expands as chemical-intensive farming struggles
(Beyond pesticides, May 21, 2019) As farmers across the country face extreme stressors and consolidate or retire, organic is going against the grain. Despite the overall decline in the number of US farms, the number of organic farms increased by 27% between 2012 and 2017, according to new data from the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics …