Sustainable Agriculture
We are supporting European farmers in meeting sustainability requirements by co-creating climate-neutral, fair, resilient and economically viable agricultural practices.
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Accelerating the transition to sustainable farming
Agriculture is at the heart of our food system; as our population grows, so too does our dependence on it to feed and nourish us. However, agriculture, forestry and other types of land use are currently responsible for almost a quarter of global greenhouse gas emissions. This is primarily from deforestation and emissions from livestock, soil and nutrient management and, therefore, the transition to sustainable agriculture is crucial. To achieve this, EIT Food works with startups and partners working to make farming more sustainable and equitable.
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“No Antibiotics Ever” label for poultry set to ruffle feathers on food claims
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Calls for greater support for ‘unmet needs’ of agrifood SMEs
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Consumers trust farmers and small retailers the most, survey finds
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Public continues to place trust in farmers
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Food producers score poorly on the European consumers' trust meter
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Less than half of German consumers trust the food system, reveals a Europe-wide study
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8 out of 10 Spanish consumers trust farmers
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62% of Spanish people trust the food system above the European average
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Nearly half of European consumers don’t trust food system, EIT Food study flags
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“No Antibiotics Ever” label for poultry set to ruffle feathers on food claims
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Calls for greater support for ‘unmet needs’ of agrifood SMEs
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Consumers trust farmers and small retailers the most, survey finds
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Public continues to place trust in farmers
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Food producers score poorly on the European consumers' trust meter
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Less than half of German consumers trust the food system, reveals a Europe-wide study
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8 out of 10 Spanish consumers trust farmers
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62% of Spanish people trust the food system above the European average
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