Friday, September 7, 2007

Organic Food Security

"In Switzerland, organic farming is recognised as an efficient, sustainable agricultural system. Sustainable agriculture and consistent yields, together with increasing fluctuations in climate are becoming ever more important in tropical areas also. A Swiss research project is now beginning a long-term study in Africa, Asia and Latin America. Ecological methods of agriculture will be researched based upon their capabilities for food security, alleviation of poverty and protection of the environment in the tropics."

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