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IFOAM Organics EuropeIFOAM Organics Europe is the umbrella organisation for organic food & farming. With over 200 members, our work spans the entire organic food chain & beyond.IFOAM Organics Europe IFOAM Organics Europe                 Contact usMedia cornerSearch  IFOAM - Organics International Members Area IFOAM - Organics International IFOAM Organics Europe What we do Organic regulationsIn the EU, organic farming and production are regulated according to strict rules. As voice for organic, we advocate for a regulation that meets the sector's needs. CAP and rural developmentThe CAP should be based on the principle of ‘public money for public goods’, rewarding farmers on the basis of their contribution to preserving natural resources. GMOsOrganic farming protects the collective genetic heritage by remaining GMO-free. Organic seedsOrganic farming contributes to the conservation and evolution of genetic diversity in agriculture Climate changeOrganic agriculture, part of the solution to the climate crisis Plant health care Plant nutritionProviding our crops with the nutrients they need while protecting soil, water and air Plant protectionPlant health care that also promotes the health of crops, ecosystems and humans Biodiversity, soil, and waterHealth and ecology are two of the organic principles. Organic agriculture sustains and enhances soils and biodiversity. It helps to conserve water, store carbon in soils, and does not use synthetic pesticides and fertilizers. Animal welfareAnimal welfare - key to sustainable productivity, high product quality and ethical responsibility. Organic textilesOrganic textiles help ensure a more sustainable model for the environment, workers, and farmers. Organic textiles producers limit harmful emissions during textiles creation and processing, protect plant workers’ rights, and inform consumers about the impact of the garments they buy. Food policyAdvocating for more sustainable food systems and showing how organic can be part of this process is one of the raison d’être of IFOAM Organics Europe. Fairness and transparencyWe work to strengthen the position of more vulnerable actors in the supply in line with the principles of organic farming. Research and Innovation Research and Innovation advocacyBy hosting TP Organics' secretariat, we shape research & innovation agendas and build the organic movement's capacity to engage in research and exchange knowledge. Knowledge for organicOrganic food production is a path of continuous improvement. IFOAM Organics Europe brings knowledge to the organic sector helping it deliver on its principles. About us IFOAM Organics EuropeWe are the European umbrella organisation for organic food and farming. We represent organic in European policymaking and advocate for a transformation of food and farming. Get to know us better. 20 years anniversaryCelebrating 20 years of advocacy for development & integrity of organic food & farming in Europe, representing almost 200 member organisations Why organic?Organic farming can reduce emissions as it builds on reduced inputs, closed nutrient cycles and fertile soils. It provides many animal welfare and environmental benefits for soils, water and biodiversity. Organic in EuropeOrganic in Europe continues growing - both production and consumption. Read more about the market and policies influencing it. VisionThe European organic movement's vision and strategy to 2030 How we work Board and Council Interest groups Working groups General Assembly Can you take part?Are you active in organic? Learn about the benefits of being part of our network IFOAM Organics Europe's governing structures and decision making bodies Office team & consultantsGet to know who we are, what we work on and how you can contact us. Our membersOur members make us what we are. As membership-based organisation we represent more than 200 members in 34 European countries. What makes us unique is that our members and work span the entire organic food chain. The IFOAM networkIFOAM Organics Europe is a Regional Body of IFOAM Organics International, the global umbrella organisation for organic food and farming. They make it possibleFind out which companies and institutions are making Europe more organic with us Get involved Become a memberAre you active in organic? Learn about the benefits of being part of our network Sponsor and support usDiscover how you can contribute to making Europe more organic and what is in it for you Events supportOrganising organic events or exhibitions? Let’s talk about increasing their visibility Fund us (for foundations)Your foundation can help us to bring about a transformation of Europe’s food and farming system. Submit your initiativeGet inspired by practical initiatives that are transforming food and farming in Europe. Do you have one? Submit it here! Work with usKeep an eye on this page for open positions. We have an annual call for volunteers each spring and new positions open when the need arises. European Organic DayFind out what is happening in Europe around EU Organic Day European Organic Awards European Organic Awards 2024 European Organic Awards 2023 European Organic Awards 2022 The annual European Organic Awards reward European actors who greatly contribute to developing and inspiring the organic value chain. OEYE 2024: Youth for organic – Building Resilient Food FuturesEngaging youth Resources LibraryAnnual reportsFactsheets and manualsLeafletsOfficial lettersOrganic infographics and videosPosition papersPress releasesReports and studies News Newsletter Events#       A shared framework for sustainable agrifood systems Organic is a solution for Europe’s farmers, nature & society Learn more A CAP that realises our shared prospects for EU agrifood Our vision on a CAP fit for the future Learn more An EU with vibrant rural areas & sustainable agrifood system? 6 political priorities for EU policymakers to get there Learn more Organic food & farming’s voice in the EU Making Europe more organic Learn more Organic, innovative from field to fork Meet this year’s winners of the EU Organic Awards Learn more What we do IFOAM Organics Europe is the European umbrella organisation for organic food and farming. For more than 20 years, we have been and continue representing organic in European policymaking and advocating for a transformation of food and farming. Our work is based on the principles of organic agriculture – health, ecology, fairness and care. With almost 200 members in 34 European countries, our work spans the entire organic food chain. About us Why organic? Organic food and farming are part of the solution to many of today's challenges - foremost the climate and biodiversity crises. The organic principles of health, ecology, fairness and care apply to people, all living beings and the planet's ecosystem.   Vision We want to transform European food and farming to a system that is fair, environmentally conscious, healthy and caring. To make this 'Vision 2030' a reality we issued a roadmap to sustainable food and farming systems in Europe.   How we work IFOAM Organics Europe is a membership-based organisation. We work closely with our members to represent the day-to-day business of the entire organic food chain towards the EU institutions.   Organic news 14/10/2024 EU's agri-food vision Strategic Dialogue creates unique momentum to reconcile environmental & economic sustainability BRUSSELS, 14 OCTOBER 2024 – Speaking today at a hearing in the European Parliament committee for Agriculture on the outcome…   02/10/2024 GMOs New GMOs – Key resources This article is an overview of useful resources we have compiled for you. We will update this on a rolling…   30/09/2024 Events Plant health care SUR IFOAM Organics Europe and European Citizens' Initiative condemn "fake pesticide reduction" Methodologies are a political choice: Harmonised Risk-Indicator (HRI-1) misleads EU citizens and harms organic agriculture BRUSSELS/VIENNA, 30 SEPTEMBER 2024 –…   All news Events Browse events that are making Europe more organic. 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