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Excess pesticide residues fourfold higher in imported food, agency finds
There is a low risk to consumer health from exposure to pesticide residues in food but imports from third countries need to be monitored since they are four times more likely to exceed recommended levels, according to the latest findings of the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA).
Organic farms increase pesticide use in nearby fields, study suggests
Are organic farms ‘pest hot spots’? Study investigates rise in pesticide use in neighbouring fields.
Taiwan is turning unused metro stations into vertical farms
In order to fulfill a high demand for sustainable, clean and organic food, Taiwan is looking for alternative spaces to grow vegetables.
Meet the DJs who ditched city life to become organic farmers
Carmina is from the big city where she worked in international trade. But one day she decided to give it all up for the rural life: running an organic farm.
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Inside the farm where the food is organic and decisions are collective
Hofkollektiv Bienenwerder is organized without a hierarchical structure, the motto on their website reads: "No Masters, No Servants"
Why is this Basque farmer fighting to revive this colourful corn?
In the 1950s, the introduction of hybrid corn varieties made the traditional Basque corn virtually extinct. Now a group of farmers are reviving it.
Could human urine replace chemical fertilisers?
French researchers and NGOs have been experimenting with human urine-based fertilisers and the result have been promising.
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Organic farming could feed all of Europe by 2050
A new study has found that the entire population of Europe could be fed without imports with a few changes to our agricultural systems.
Meet clean energy’s unlikely secret weapon: Scented candles
Batteries derived from organic materials are clean energy’s fresh focus.
Ukrainians keep wild beekeeping tradition alive
Ukraine is one of the main producers of honey in Europe. Around 1.5 per cent of Ukraine's population is engaged in various forms of beekeeping, according to the United Nations.
Ron Barceló launches first organic rum made in the Dominican Republic
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It's distilled from fresh sugarcane juice.
Are organic avocados better for the environment?
As their popularity has skyrocketed, the scaly green fruit has gained a controversial environmental record.
What does "organic" really mean when we talk about organic food?
In partnership with The European Commission
Europeans are buying more and more organic food products. But do we even know what food manufacturers actually mean by "organic"?
7 perfect pairings for organic cheese and wine from Spain
In partnership with ICEX
With the help of two experts, we have drawn up a list of organic cheeses and wines that will make you discover some of the great flavours of Spain.
COVID-19 might give unexpected boost to Spain’s organic sector
In partnership with ICEX
Research suggests that the COVID-19 crisis has pushed EU consumers to look for higher quality products, Spanish farmers are set to provide.