FAO shows interest in exploring the potential of organic agriculture for food security

The international organic community converged on Adelaide, Australia from September 20 - 23 for the 15th International Federation of Organic Agriculture Movements (IFOAM) Organic World Congress with the theme of Shaping Sustainable Systems.

The celebration each year of the International Day for Biological Diversity is an occasion to reflect on our responsibility to safeguard this precious heritage for future generations. The 2005 theme is: Life Insurance for our Changing World.

By 2005, Agriculture Canada estimates the organic market will be worth more than $3 billion in Canada alone, and will compose more than 10 per cent of the overall food market by 2010.

Delaware North chefs at national parks, airports and stadiums will offer more sustainable summer menu items as part of a company-wide environmental initiative.

The Historic Town of Oamaru is becoming the showcase for New Zealands organic industry.

The Commission April 2003 session marks its first formal meeting since the 2002 World Summit on Sustainable Development in South Africa. The Commission will focus on its own future work in translating into reality the commitments to economic growth, social development and environmental protection, made at that landmark conference.

Summit Organica was hosted by food writer and organic food advocate Sherry Clewlow and Tamar Valley Restauranteur Daniel Alps. Hear the radio interview by David Iliffe.

The Historic Town of Oamaru is becoming the showcase for New Zealands organic industry.