Abstract
The basic values of organic agriculture is laid down in the IFOAM four basic principles: the principle of health, the principle of ecology, the principle of fairness and the principle of care. These principles and the consequences and challenges for the further development of organic plant breeding is discussed. It is also explained why genetically modified organisms (GMOs) are banned
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 7-10 |
Journal | Ecology and Farming |
Volume | 2010 |
Issue number | feb |
Publication status | Published - 2010 |
Keywords
- genetic engineering
- organic farming
- values
- biotechnology
- organic plant breeding
- plant biotechnology