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Detection methods for NGTs are achievable and essential: the message of the policy briefing from the DARWIN project
As negotiations continue over the legislative framework for so-called ‘New Genomic Techniques’ (NGTs), researchers have made notable strides in developing…
September newsletter out now!
Summer’s over, and we’re back with our latest edition of our newsletter! Read it to learn more about You’re not…
18/09/2025
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Welcome Note - September 2025
Dear readers, As the warmth of summer fades and autumn begins to paint Europe in new colors, we at IFOAM…
17/09/2025
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Welcoming our new colleagues
Focus on the EU Organic Day and Awards, and the #OrganicDelivers campaign
This September, IFOAM Organics Europe is celebrating the transformative power of organic and its essential role in building a sustainable…
IFOAM Organics Europe launches second #OrganicDelivers video: Spotlight on biodistricts
BRUSSELS, 15 SEPTEMBER 2025 – IFOAM Organics Europe has released the second video of its #OrganicDelivers campaign, this time highlighting…
11/09/2025
GMOs
Trilogue negotiations on the “New Genomic Techniques” proposal continue: No viable pathway forward without addressing the traceability, labelling and patent issues, organic sector warns
Trilogue negotiations on the legislative proposal on so-called “New Genomic Techniques” (NGTs) are picking up again after the summer break…
09/09/2025
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Saying goodbye to our colleagues
In July, IFOAM Organics Europe said goodbye to Maeve as her volunteering period came to an end. We want to…
Review of events - September 2025
The Organic Summit 2025 in Copenhagen brought together the European organic movement for two days of inspiring discussions, innovative ideas,…
Preview of events - September 2025
What is EU Organic Day?23 September, EU Organic Day, is the ideal opportunity to widely celebrate the organic sector and…
IFOAM Organics Europe launches #OrganicDelivers campaign
BRUSSELS, 3 SEPTEMBER 2025 – Today, IFOAM Organics Europe released the first full documentary of its new campaign #OrganicDelivers, highlighting…
DARWIN project develops a genetic fingerprint approach to detect gene-edited organisms
The main objective of the Horizon Europe DARWIN project, which runs from January 2024 through June 2027, is to develop…
Political hotspot July 2025: MFF and CAP proposal
On 16 July, the European Commission presented the future of the Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF), i.e., the budget of the…
17/07/2025
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Welcome Note - July 2025
Dear reader, Summer is in full blossom, and so is the European organic movement! As nature reaches its peak in…
Preview of events - July 2025
While the EOC was initially foreseen to occur in Denmark alongside the Organic Summit, the events have since evolved into…
10/07/2025
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Welcoming our new colleagues
10/07/2025
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Saying goodbye to our colleagues
In May and June, respectively, IFOAM Organics Europe said goodbye to Agnes and Ilsa. As we say goodbye, we want…
Review of events - July 2025
The organic regulatory framework has concluded an important stage of completeness with its extension to third countries. As of 1 January…
19/06/2025
Seeds
Farmers, breeders and seed saver organisations call on Member States to protect farmers' seed exchanges in a joint letter
BRUSSELS, 19 JUNE 2025 – A coalition of organisations representing farmers, breeders, and seed savers has sent today a joint letter to…
18/06/2025
GMOs
A coalition of conventional and organic farmers call for an end to patents on seeds
BRUSSELS, 18 JUNE 2025 – IFOAM Organics Europe welcomes the statement of a large coalition of German organisations representing conventional farmers, organic…
07/05/2025
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LIFE grants to NGOs: A crucial tool to safeguard fair, transparent support to civil society
Ahead of the European Parliament’s vote on Thursday 8 May, on whether to launch a committee of inquiry into the…
29/04/2025
GMOs
The demands of the organic movement on the proposal on “New Genomic Techniques” ahead of Trilogue phase
About one year after the European Parliament voted on the legislative proposal on so-called “New Genomic Techniques” (NGTs) in the…
April 2025 newsletter – Out now
As spring ushers in new growth, our April 2025 newsletter brings fresh insights into the future of organic farming in…
24/04/2025
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Saying goodbye to our colleague & welcoming our new colleague
In April, IFOAM Organics Europe said goodbye to Maria. As we say goodbye, we want to express our heartfelt thanks…
Political hotspot April 2025: A new budget for the EU and a new CAP for European farmers
Big changes are upcoming in the EU: while the current multiannual financial framework (MFF) – the EU’s long-term budget –…
23/04/2025
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Welcome Note April 2025
Welcome to our April 2025 Newsletter. As spring blossoms, we reflect on recent highlights and look ahead to an exciting…
Preview of events
The organic regulatory framework has concluded an important stage of completeness with its extension to third countries. As of 1 January…
Review of events
From the 11–14 of February 2025, the Nuremberg Exhibition Center in Germany hosted BIOFACH, the world’s leading trade fair for organic…
Webinar "Our seeds, our future: Protecting biodiversity and farmers' Rights"
To celebrate the International Day of Seeds, IFOAM – Organics International hosts global experts to discuss seed sovereignty, corporate resistance, and farmers’…
01/04/2025
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Your voice, your vote: General Assembly 2025!
We are pleased to invite all IFOAM Organics Europe members to IFOAM Organics Europe General Assembly 2025, the key decision-making…
Council reached worrisome position on NGT Proposal: All eyes on the trilogue now
About one year after the European Parliament voted on the legislative proposal on so-called “New Genomic Techniques” (NGTs) in the…
14/03/2025
GMOs
Council position on NGT proposal fails to protect EU breeders, farmers, & food industry: Parliament must stand strong for patents & traceability during trilogues
BRUSSELS, 14 MARCH 2025 – According to IFOAM Organics Europe, the position agreed on with a qualified majority during the…
13/03/2025
GMOs
Organic Youth urges: Ensuring GMO-free agriculture is a prerequisite for realising EU Commission’s vision for the future of agriculture
German youth organisations have taken a clear stance against the planned deregulation of so-called “New Genomic Techniques” (NGTs). In a…
27/02/2025
GMOs
Latest compromise text on "new genomic techniques" has severe deficiencies, worrisome consequences for EU breeders, farmers & food industries
BRUSSELS, 27 FEBRUARY 2025 – According to IFOAM Organics Europe, the latest draft compromise text on the legislative proposal on so-called “New…
January 2025 Newsletter – Multilingual Edition
Read this special Newsletter in BG, CZ, DA, DE, ES, EN, FI, FR, HR, HU, IT, NL, NO, PL, PT, UA…
10/01/2025
GMOs
New GMOs – Key resources
This article is an overview of useful resources we have compiled for you. We will update this on a rolling…
20/12/2024
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Welcome Note December 2024
Dear reader, Welcome to our last newsletter edition in 2024. An eventful year is coming to an end, setting the course…
Review of events
On 23 September, EU Organic Day, Europe celebrates its organic sector and operators. Locally and nationally, the movement was extra…
Funding opportunities for sustainable food systems: FutureFoodS & AGROECOLOGY Partnership
Are you working on innovative solutions for sustainable agriculture and food systems? Don’t miss these two exciting opportunities to fund…
Upcoming member-only webinars: Funding & promotion opportunities for organic
In 2025, we restart our regular member-exclusive sessions “Let’s Discuss Organic”. These online live events help our members gain an…
Preview of events
From 11–14 of February 2025, the Nuremberg Exhibition Centre will host the world’s leading trade fair for organic food. Make…
13/12/2024
GMOs
The legislative file on so-called “New Genomic Techniques” (new GMOs) – Where are we at?
The Hungarian Presidency of the Council of the EU is in the last weeks of its chairpersonship – so, let’s…
Science-policy seminar on new detection methods for new genomic techniques (new GMOs)
19 November, Brussels IFOAM Organics Europe organised and hosted an event titled “Science-policy seminar on detection methods for NGT products…
We are joining the global organic community at the Organic World Congress, you too?
30 November-6 December, Taiwan In a few weeks we will join the global organic movement at the IFOAM Organic World…
Research in organic farming helps tackle global challenges – Organic Innovation Days 2024
On 22-23 October the Organic Innovation Days 2024 gathered more than 70 researchers, policymakers, and organic experts to shape policy…
LiveSeeding partners discuss project activities on organic seeds & breeding
From 17-20 September, the LiveSeeding project discussed organic heterogenous materials and variety development and business models. During its third general…
27/09/2024
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Saying goodbye to our colleagues
Stefano Orsini In September, IFOAM Organics Europe said goodbye to Stefano. During his year as Manager of the Research &…
September 2024 newsletter - embracing productive months ahead
We just published our post-summer newsletter edition. Wondering what’s in it for you? Here are a few highlights you might…
Preview of events
On 19 July, the EU Commission revealed the finalists of the 2024 EU Organic Awards, the EU-wide yearly initiative recognising organic…
European food industry loud and clear about rigorous labelling of new genomic techniques (NGTs)
376 food businesses from 16 Member States, signed Food Industry for Freedom of Choice, a letter calling for rigorous labelling…