Abstract
Issue: The development of organic agriculture has developed
bottom-up, emerging from the 'counterculture' characterized by
organic farmers, environmentalists and 'political' consumers.
National authorities and supranationalinstitutions have responded
by establishing rules and control systems for organic agriculture
over the last decade.Organic food production is now developing
fast in some EU member states. This recent development is not only
marked by more positive attitudes towards organic products from
the food industry but also by an increasing need for a matching
response in terms of food policy. Relevance: The EU regulation
2092/91/EEC is mainly focused on organic agriculture, but as the
food industryenters this field the need emerges for a more
specific interpretation, development and implementation of the
organic principles and methods in processing, handling and
distribution. Whether the development of EU regulations will meet
future consumer demands will be of great importance.
Original language | English |
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Journal | IPTS Report |
Volume | 20 |
Pages (from-to) | 20-25 |
Publication status | Published - 1997 |