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The sustainable farming methods helping farmers earn a fair income
In partnership with The European Commission
Sustainable farming methods are being used more and more in Europe. They help the environment, reduce costs and help farmers earn a fair wage. The EU's Common Agricultural Policy is also trying to encourage these practices.
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Find out how Belgium's huge fresh produce auction is bearing fruit
In partnership with The European Commission
BelOrta's fruit and vegetable auction in Sint-Katelijne-Waver, Belgium, sells up to 4000 tons of produce a day. Over 1000 farmers are part of its network. Its Sales and Marketing Manager gives Euronews a glimpse into how it works.
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Saving food to save the planet: European initiatives take on food waste
In partnership with The European Commission
Around a third of all the food produced for human consumption is thrown away every year. The CO2 emissions created during the production and disposal of this surplus food are damaging the planet. But there are now many European initiatives around to help find solutions for this excess food.
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Technology, agriculture's friend for the sustainable farms of the future
In partnership with The European Commission
Farm of the Future is a project in partnership with the EU Commission's 'Farm to Fork' strategy. It uses the latest technology and innovations to produce sustainable agriculture for a healthier planet.
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Making agriculture sustainable - researchers create the Farm of the Future
In partnership with The European Commission
Wijnand Sukkel works for Farm of the Future in the Netherlands. This project is harnessing technology and innovative production to make farming sustainable. Sukkels knows what is needed to turn agriculture around.
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Volunteers pick fruit in Australian cemetery to combat food insecurity
"When we first started the real focus was on reducing waste, but we quickly realised what a problem food security is in Ballarat, and that's become the main reason for what we do," says co-Founder of Hidden Orchard Ellen Burns.
