Principles of organic production
Organic production is a complete farm and food production management system that combines the best ecological practices, a high level of biological diversity, the conservation of natural resources and the application of high standards concerning animal welfare, and the production method is in accordance with the desire of a particular consumer to buy products that use natural ingredients and which are reached on the basis of natural processes.
Iz Akcionog plana za budućnost organske proizvodnje u Evropskoj uniji (Evropska komisija, Brisel, mart 2014)
Organic production is a system of sustainable agriculture based on high respect for ecological principles through rational use of natural resources, use of renewable energy sources, preservation of natural diversity and environmental protection. It strives to establish a closed system of crop and livestock production.
Organic production methods imply the application of natural processes and substances, and limit or completely eliminate the use of synthesized agents.
The basic principles on which organic agriculture is based according to IFOAM are:
The principle of health
Organic farming should maintain and increase the health of soil, plants, animals, people and the planet as a whole.
The principle of ecology
Organic agriculture should be based on living eco-systems and cycles, work with them, support them and help maintain them.
The principle of fairness
Organic agriculture should be based on honest and fair relations towards the general environment, nature and life.
The principle of nurturing and care
Organic agriculture should be managed in a careful and responsible manner to preserve the health and well-being of current and future generations and ecosystems.
