Organic Vs Conventional Farming: 30 years trial by the Rodale Institute

“The hallmark of a truly sustainable system is its ability to regenerate itself. When it comes to farming, the key to sustainable agriculture is healthy soil, since this is the foundation for present and future growth” With this phrase the Rodale Institute begins the presentation of one of the longest trials comparing organic to conventional farming methods. The Institute, with a rich...

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List of Control Bodies for Organic Products in Third Countries made public

On December 7, 2011 Implementing Regulation (EU) 1267/2011 was published in the Official Journal of the European Union. The new Regulation is amending Regulation (EC) No 1235/2008 laying down detailed rules for implementation of Council Regulation (EC) No 834/2007 as regards the arrangements for imports of organic products from third countries. The European Commission published the list of...

Carbon Footprint: Communicating with Consumers

Dimitris Sotiropoulos General Manager at DS Consulting . The care of the environment and all related services are today a part of a new Global trend, which concerns the relation between producers and consumers. The use of environmental claims, in terms of corporate social responsibility and green marketing, has created a new sector where innovative service models continually arise. A relatively...

International Conference on food security & resource efficiency by IFOAM EU Group

The IFOAM EU Group in cooperation with the Committee of Regions, TP organics and Member of European Parliament Martin Häusling are organising a conference on 09th November, 2011 in Brussels which will address food security and the efficient use of natural resources in the food chain. “Resource Efficiency and Food Security – Opportunities and challenges for sustainable food...