In the shadow of wars, disasters and competition, the world’s leading countries shape their agricultural policies in line with the principles of ‘food supply security’ and ‘sustainability’. The recent epidemics, wars and crises in the world have brought new practices in the agriculture and food sector, as in many other …
Read More »DACIAN CIOLOS: EUROPE’S AGRICULTURAL POLICIES MUST BE RESET!
Decarbonising agriculture and reducing its impact on the environment is not only a legitimate societal expectation, but a moral duty – however, the European Commission’s ideologically driven, fragmented approach falls short of the mark, writes Dacian Cioloş. Dacian Cioloş is a Romanian MEP for Renew Europe. He sits on the European Parliament’s …
Read More »WHAT IS THE AGRICULTURAL RESERVE?
The agricultural reserve – previously the crisis reserve – was triggered last year for the first time ever to support EU farmers after the invasion of Ukraine – and could be used again this year, according to the European Commission. In place since 2013, this tool accounts for close to …
Read More »URGENT TRANSITION TO REGENERATIVE AGRICULTURE!
A move to regenerative agriculture should be prioritised throughout the implementation of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), according to a new report from the European Academies Science Advisory Council (EASAC). Scientists from the council say that restoring biodiversity in soils through regenerative agricultural practices can dramatically increase their ability to …
Read More »ACTION PLAN FOR A TARGET OF 25 PERCENT ORGANIC FARMLAND BY 2030 IN EU!
The European Organic Action Plan has set a target of 25% organic farmland by 2030. The plan is part of the European Union’s (EU) farm to fork strategy. This development highlights the importance of the organic food market in Europe. The demand for health products is also increasing. This provides …
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