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Challenges & opportunities for Russian agriculture: EU Agriculture Policy leaders join Russian counterparts at Regional FFA2010

September 3, 2010

On the 6th September over 150 delegates are expected to attend the year’s second Regional Forum for the Future of Agriculture in Moscow. Important political leaders such as former EU Agriculture Commissioner, Franz Fischler, and Paolo De Castro (Chairman of the European Parliament’s Agriculture Committee), will join Russian Minister of Agriculture Elena Skrynnik, and President… » read more

Agriculture, English, FFA2010, Food and Agriculture, Food security

AGRI-ENVIRONMENTAL MEASURES NEED TARGETING

May 6, 2010

Once upon a time farm lobbies argued for a common agricultural policy as a guarantee of food security; now it is justified on the grounds of environmental projection. In neither case can a policy based on massive subvention from the taxpayer be justified. Europe’s food supply was never seriously threatened by lack of support for… » read more

Agricultural reform, agricultural subsidies, Agriculture, English, FFA2010

AGRI-ENVIRONMENTAL MEASURES NEED TARGETING

Agricultural reform, agricultural subsidies, Agriculture, English, FFA2010

Breaking ground in Budapest

May 5, 2010

After the Forum for the Future of Agriculture which took place in Brussels on March 16 went ahead with great success, it is now taken abroad – again – as sub-events are being organised in Budapest, Moscow, and with an outlook to Marrakesh. The events, held under the auspices of the FFA2010, have a strong… » read more

Agriculture, English, FFA2010

Mairead McGuinness MEP Discusses CAP Reform

April 16, 2010

Blogactiv spoke to Mairead McGunness MEP at the 3rd Forum for the Future of Agriculture in Brussels. She explains her hopes for a reformed Common Agricultural Policy and how any changes may impact farmers and consumers.

Agriculture, English, FFA2010, Food and Agriculture, Food security

Can The World Feed Itself In The Short-Term?

At FFA 2010, we spoke to Bernard Graciet, Head of EU Corporate Affairs for Syngenta. He explains why he believes that in the short-term, the agricultural world needs to be more organised if it is to prevent another food crisis. He is, however, very hopeful that the world can feed a larger population in the… » read more

Agriculture, English, FFA2010, Food and Agriculture, Food security

How Should Agricultural Policy Be Changed?

April 15, 2010

Blogactiv was able to speak to Ariel Brunner, Chief Policy Officer at Birdlife International, at the 3rd Forum for the Future of Agriculture in Brussels. He discusses the changes he believes are required in CAP policy and agricultural policy.

Agriculture, English, FFA2010, Food and Agriculture

We Need To Rethink The Roles Of Markets And Economics

Blogactiv was pleased to speak to Sir Crispin Tickell, environmental thought leader, author and former adviser to Margaret Thatcher. He explains why he thinks we need a rethink or markets, economics, town planning, agriculture and much more in this wide ranging macro level interview.

Agriculture, English, FFA2010, Investment

Xavier Bourgeois at FFA 2010

April 1, 2010

Xavier Bourgeois, young farmer and a member of Agribrussels explains some of the issues facing farmers in Europe. European citizens are uninterested in supporting European Bio and Green farmers, making their purchases based only on cost rather than the more ecologically-friendly choices available through local farms.

Agriculture, English, FFA2010, Food and Agriculture

Stephan Schraff at FFA 2010

March 31, 2010

Stephan Schraff, Public & Government Affairs, Bayer CropScience, spoke to Blogactiv about the future of chemistry in agriculture.

Agriculture, English, FFA2010, Food and Agriculture, Food security

Rodolphe de Looz-Corswarem at FFA 2010

March 26, 2010

Rodolphe de Looz-Corswarem, Former Secretary General of The Brewers of Europe, told Blogactiv his vision for the future of agriculture.

Agriculture, CAP Reform, English, FFA2010

Daniel Puglisi at FFA 2010

Daniel Puglisi, Communications Officer for the European Council of Young Farmers, spoke to Blogactiv about the role of young people in farming.

Agriculture, CAP Reform, English, FFA2010, Food and Agriculture

How Important Is Land Use In Feeding The World?

March 23, 2010

Blogactiv was pleased to speak to Alexander Sarris, Commodities and Trade Director of the UN Food and Agriculture Organisation at FFA 2010. Mr Sarris explains the potential influence of climate change and water use in food production. He also discusses “land grab” and use of land for biofuels.

Agriculture, CAP Reform, English, FFA2010, Food & Consumers, Food and Agriculture, Food security

How Can Young Farmers Help The Future Of Farming?

Blogactiv interviewed Donato Fanelli, National Delegate for Coldiretti at FFA 2010 in Brussels. He explains the balance between farming, feeding the world, land use and CAP reform.

Agriculture, CAP Reform, English, FFA2010, Food & Consumers, Food and Agriculture

Where Are The Biotech Innovators?

March 22, 2010

Sebastian Olényi, Chairman of the Young European Biotech Network, explains the importance of biotechnological innovation in farming. He also explains the problems faced in recruiting new biotech researchers and innovators.

Agriculture, BioTech, CAP Reform, English, FFA2010, Food and Agriculture

Can The World Grow All The Food It Needs In The Future?

At FFA 2010, Blogactiv interviewed Thierry de l’Escaille, CEO of the European Landowners Organization about land use, the role of the Common Agricultural Policy and climate change as they relate to feeding a growing world population.

Agriculture, CAP Reform, English, FFA2010, Food and Agriculture, Food security

Robin du Parc At FFA 2010

March 19, 2010

The Former Chair of Young Friends of the Countryside, Robin du Parc, spoke to Blogactiv at FFA 2010 about the role of young people in farming.

Agriculture, CAP Reform, English, FFA2010

Can The World Feed Itself In The Future?

Blogactiv spoke to Willy De Greef, Secretary General of EuropaBio, at the 3rd Forum for the Future of Agriculture in Brussels. Mr De Greef explains his reasons for optimism in the amounts of food that the world produces each year. He also uses historical examples of problems and potential solutions.

Agriculture, CAP Reform, English, FFA2010, Food and Agriculture, Food security

How Can Bees Help Feed The World?

At FFA 2010 Blogactiv spoke to Patrick Weiss, Project Manager for Operation Pollinator. He explains how bees play an important role in pollinating crops and the importance of their role in feeding a larger world population.

CAP Reform, English, FFA2010

Esa Härmälä Speaks About CAP Reform

March 18, 2010

Esa Härmälä, Director General of Fertilizers Europe, spoke to Blogactiv at FFA 2010 about land use, the role of farmers, Common Agriculture Policy reform and much more.

Agriculture, CAP Reform, English, FFA2010