More organic, more Animal Welfare
Bioland posted record double-digit growth in 2016. Above all, dairy farms are increasingly relying on Bioland, not least because of the disastrous prices in the conventional area. But many arable farms and pig farmers also see their operational future at Bioland. The trend towards more local organic produce is increasing. What effects do the additional quantities of local organic products have on the supply of market partners? What motivates conventional farmers to convert their farms to organic farming? What developments does Bioland expect in the coming years for the restructuring of agriculture?
The planned animal welfare label from Federal Agriculture Minister Christian Schmidt is discussed by many, but only supported by a few. Low requirements, voluntariness and non-compliance with the condition of the animals are unsustainable for the majority of those involved in animal welfare. What exactly is Minister Schmidt planning? How can animal welfare really be improved? What does animal welfare mean on an organic farm? How does a successful conversion to fewer animals and higher quality work?
You will answer these and other questions:
- Jan Plagge, President, Bioland eV
- Gerald Wehde, General Manager Agricultural Policy and Communication, Bioland eV
- Wilhelm Schulte-Remmert, Bioland-Hof LebensWert, converted his pig farm to management according to Bioland criteria in 2015
Source: bioland.de
