Year of publication 2002

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Place of publication Rome, Italy ;

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Pages 2p.

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Author Hattam, C.

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Product type Article

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Synopsis (short abstract) Organic agriculture creates productive landscapes: it successfully reconciles food production and environmental conservation. Organic management relies on local human resources and knowledge to enhance natural resource processes, respecting ecological carrying capacities. By reducing dependence on off-farm inputs and creating more balanced nutrient and energy flows, ecosystem resilience is strengthened, food security is increased and additional incomes are generated. Hence, organic agriculture r esponds positively to all Sustainable Agriculture and Rural Development (SARD) objectives.

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Language English

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