Dear readers,
Organic farming is a sector of European agriculture which has seen a constant growth in recent years. Through this website the European Commission provides all interested citizens with information on how organic farming contributes to the protection of our natural resources, to biodiversity and animal welfare, and how it helps in the development of rural areas. You can use this website as a point of entry to find out about all aspects of the EU’s organic farming policy and download information material such as brochures and flyers. Latest news and upcoming events are listed in a dedicated section of the website. Whether you are a professional in the food sector, a farmer, a school teacher or an interested consumer – we invite you to browse our website and we hope it will provide you with the information you are looking for.
45 000 contributions to the consultation on organic farming in Europe
'EU organic logo fully up and running from 1 July 2012'
On line consultation on organic production
'EU organic logo fully up and running from 1 July 2012'
European Union and United States agree to Historic New Partnership on Organic Trade
Expert group for technical advice on organic production: reports and declarations
What is organic farming?
Consumers throughout the EU are becoming increasingly aware of the benefits of organic farming as a sustainable agricultural system.
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EU has a new organic logo
From 1 July 2010, the EU introduces a new organic logo to ensure consumer protection and common standards. read on