THE INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON ORGANIC AGRICULTURE IN MOUNTAIN ECOSYSTEMS Taking action on the Rio+ 20 declaration “The future we want is organic”, the Government of Bhutan, Navdanya, the Millennium Institute, and the International Federation of Organic Agriculture Movements (IFOAM) invite you to The International Conference on Organic Agriculture in Mountain Ecosystems March 5th- 8th, 2014, in Thimphu Bhutan Rich in biodiversity and home to nutritious crops, mountain ecoystems are threatened by deforestation, soil degradation as well as erosion, melting and receding of glaciers. This conference aims to draws attention to the special needs of mountain ecosystems and highlight how going organic can help tackle pressing problems such as climate change, water exploitation, and the displacement of farmers. A diverse line-up of thought leaders, researchers, scientists and farmers will come together to discuss the latest scientific findings, technological progress and devise models to strengthen organics in mountain range areas. ifoam.org/en/events/international-conference-organic-agriculture-mountain-ecosystems
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