A Forum on the Future of Agriculture took place in Brussels
The traditional forum for the future of Agriculture, which is annually held in Brussels, this year has focused on the new generation of farmers.
On 9th April, European Commissioners, politicians, representatives of various organizations, scientists, and farmers, had a discussion the future of the sector.
The focal point of the discussion was a more sustainable food production with the intention of it taking a more greener approach. It is true that there must be an increased amount of production but this should be done with the view of protecting the environment, emphasized repeatedly all forum participants.
Other serious issues discussed referred to the changing climatic conditions and the challenges farmers face.
An interest part of the meeting was the presentation of the work of young farmers from different regions of Europe. One of the participants among them was also Mrs. Galina Peycheva – Miteva (a farmer and a Deputy Chairman of BAALO).
The EU Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development Phil Hogan, was also a speaker at the forum.