17.05.2019

Agriculture Atlas 2019 - Facts and figures on EU farming policy

The English version of the Agriculture Atlas 2019 has been launched in Brussels. Besides mapping out country case studies the report illustrates the impacts of the current farming system... more

16.05.2019

Let's talk innovation and technology for the organic sector at the European Organic Congress 2019 on 20-21 June in Bucharest, Romania

 On 20-21 June, European and national policy-makers and the organic community will gather in Bucharest, Romania, for the European Organic Congress 2019. The theme of the congress is "Innovation and technology: how organic improves, inspires & delivers". The first day of the congress will put... more

09.05.2019

It’s official! The Unfair Trading Practices legislation is Directive (EU) 2019/633

Good news for our avid readers that followed the legislative process of the Directive on Unfair Trading Practices. The Directive has been published in the EU’s Official Journal. This means that it is officially recognized under the following name and number:... more

08.05.2019

IFOAM EU calls for an integrated EU food policy in open letter to potential European Commission President

Developing an integrated EU food policy and appointing a European Commission Vice President responsible for ensuring the sustainability of our food systems. These demands were put forward by 32 associations in an open letter... more

29.04.2019

Hiring now - Policy Officer on agriculture and the Common Agricultural Policy

IFOAM EU is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Policy Officer on agriculture and the Common Agriculture Policy. You must have a good understanding of EU agricultural policies and EU institutions. You will fulfil several tasks, such as advocating for developments within the agricultural and... more

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29.04.2019

Review of events

FarmDemo: Recommendation Workshop2 April 2019, Den Bosch, Netherlands On 2 April 2019 IFOAM EU participated in the FarmDemo ‘Recommendation workshop’ in the Netherlands. The goal of the day was to elaborate policy recommendations for managing authorities in Member States and the EU Commission. Such recommendations should support farmers,... more

29.04.2019

Preview of events

Learn about farm demonstrations and strengthen links with EU initiatives21 May, Brussels, BelgiumFarmers, advisors, researchers, and policy-makers are invited to participate to the FarmDemo Conference. The FarmDemo Hub offers the opportunity to join the FarmDemo community, share tools to enhance on-farm... more

26.04.2019

New international organic trade event - Organic Food Iberia, 6-7 June, Madrid

Join Iberia’s first dedicated, fully professional organic trade show, taking place on 6 and 7 June 2019 in Madrid!Organic Food Iberia is the biggest event showcasing... more

26.04.2019

LIVESEED workshops are boosting cooperation in the organic seed sector

In 2019, three regional workshops have already taken place within the framework of the LIVESEED project. During these workshops in the Baltic states (Latvia), Hungary and Spain, participants discussed commitments to foster the availability and use of organic seed in their countries in the coming year. The results of these discussion are a signed “... more

26.04.2019

Calling on the next European Parliament to make Europe sustainable and fair by 2024

The European elections will take place 23-26 May 2019. This the chance for EU citizens to shape EU politics, as they can vote and call on the Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) up for election to commit to actions that contribute to sustainable consumption and production once elected.Together with Fair Trade, lead of the campaign, and other... more

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