Biodynamic Federation Demeter International

📢The ENVI Committee vote on NGTs is your last chance to defend European farmers, breeders and citizens from the far-reaching negative consequences of NGTs. ✉️93 organisations urge you to stand up for the European agriculture and food sector! 👉bit.ly/42DufT3

Now in Palazzo Grazioli in Rome is being held the conference “#Demeter Italy’s biodynamic agriculture, a leader in the export of certified biodynamic products, becomes a lived experience through farm stays, quality dining, and local production”. More info soon in Bio Eco Actual!

Diverse range of perspectives and recommendation 🌱Organic Vision 2040: Defining the Path Forward - Plenary Wrap-Up & Next Steps 🔹Clara Behr (@DemeterInt), Lorenzo Mantelli (@OrganicsEurope) and Eric Gall (@OrganicsEurope).   #EOC2025 #MakingEuropeMoreOrganic

Council position on #NGT proposal fails to protect European breeders, farmers, and food industry | @DemeterInt @OrganicsEurope bioecoactual.com/en/2025/03/17/…

We are now on #Bluesky 🌱🌿! Follow us for the all the news about the biodynamic movement, inspiring thoughts, and much more🌾🐮 👉You can find us here: bit.ly/41JPIdC

“Business-as-usual is not an option” stated this year's historic consensus reached by farmers, industry, consumer, and eNGOs in the #StrategicDialogue report🤝 @EU_FPC participatng orgs were part of this effort & are here to help @CHansenEU turn recommendations into reality!

🔹 Reform #CAP to assist farmers who need it most and support those who demonstrably engage in sustainable practices 🔹 Make sustainable the easy choice for consumers 🔹 Ensure farming supports nature & climate 🔹 Back transition via agri-food just transition fund 2/3

🌱 #OWC2024 is the place where critical connections of the organic movement are formed -- from the #plenaries, #workshops, to the #OrganicFair. Be a part of our connections by joining more activities on day 2 🔗 ➡️ buff.ly/3Vmqhv9 #LuvOrganic

Today, Clara Behr, our Head of Policy & Public Relations took part in an conference celebrating the 100 Years of Organic Agriculture by giving an overview about the current state of biodynamic farming worldwide. Thanks to all the organisers! 👉 bit.ly/48MSctn

Good news in yesterday's vote in @EP_Environment - MEPs from across the political spectrum adopted all 8 tabled #GMO objections, taking clear position against the import of #GMOs that would increase #PesticideUse and pose a threat to environmental & human health.

🚩As 🌍#biodiversity talks #COP16 begin, we spotlight the growing threat to nature & communities from #GreenGrabbing. Under the guise of 'green' progress, these #landgrabs are harming local & Indigenous communities, food security & nature. 🔎Our brief ipes-food.org/green-grabbing…

On #WorldFoodDay2024, Nadia El Hage, Food Ecology Expert invites us to reflect on the deep connections between food systems, biodiversity, and the wellbeing of our planet @drvandanashiva

The industrial food system is poisoning our planet & fueling climate change. 🌍❌ On #WorldFoodDay, we call for a shift to biodiversity & ecological farming to nourish the Earth & its people. 🌱✨ Let's reclaim our food system for a healthier future! @drvandanashiva #Biodiversity

Our new project aiming at investigating costs on organic operators imposed by the current EU regulation kicked off in June! We thank our seed sponsor Demeter for having decided to support us through this journey!💚 #StrongerTogether #MakingEuropeMoreOrganic

Today our Deputy Director Eric Gall attended the #NonGMOSummit, where he shared the organic perspective on ensuring GM-free value chains. "Organic wants to remain GMO free, also from NGTs, and EU policymakers should respect this by maintaining regulation"👉linkedin.com/feed/update/ur…

Farmer Managed Seed Systems - Why Controlling Seeds Is a Threat to #FoodSovereignty Our latest for ⁦@FAO⁩ Agroecology Hub Germinate! Column agroecologyfund.org/farmer-managed…

Every October, farmers, consumers, activists and citizens come together to celebrate food & farming – & demand political change. For the seventh year in a row the European Days of Action are happening! Mia and Pauline from @GFGFActionDays tell us more arc2020.eu/october-is-her…

🥳𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝟭𝟯𝘁𝗵 𝗟𝗟𝗗 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝘂𝗺 𝗵𝗮𝘀 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗱! Yesterday, the usual General Assembly was held and members (old and new!) had a chance to discuss and share. Happy 2024 Forum and happy International Farmer Seeds Gathering “Sow your Resistance”!!

#TerraMadre2024 starts now! 3.000 #SlowFood delegates from 120 countries are coming together to celebrate 20 years of Terra Madre and share knowledge on good, clean, and fair food during the following five days in Parco Dora in Turin, Italy.