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Inaugural OFA National Organics Conference 2001
Record of Proceedings (01/121)

October 2001
RIRDC Publication No 01/121

Summary

These proceedings of the inaugural national organic conference will make a significant contribution to perspectives on organic food and agricultural systems. The breadth of papers reflects the organic industry’s diversity and the conference organisers’ deliberate strategy to stimulate awareness and debate in both industry and the community about new and sometimes radical issues relating to organic agriculture.

We hope this collection of papers are food for thought and useful to those who support the growth of the organic sector. The period following this important conference will be filled with hope and optimism as the substantial challenges before us are further articulated and realised.

The world has shrunk since the organic movement began. As we grow in numbers and sophistication, other countries will be looking to us for solutions to serious situations confronting the global environment and the means by which agriculture can both feed and provide the economic, ecological and social benefits so important for ecologically sustainable development.

Australia and many other parts of the world need to deal with severe environmental problems if agriculture is to achieve true sustainability. Organic agriculture may offer hope for the better management of our natural resources and lead to the resolution of some environmental management issues.
 

Rod May Chair Organic Federation of Australia

Don Fraser Chair Organic Produce R&D Committee RIRDC

 

 

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