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 Congress (OWC) – a once-in-three-years opportunity to connect, share groundbreaking innovations, and shape the future of organic farming globally. As IFOAM Organics Europe, we are contributing to this year’s edition of the OWC, both with sessions focussing on EU organic and at
the IFOAM – Organics International General Assembly.
Global organic movement’s General Assembly
On 5-6 December, the global organic movement holds its General Assembly, an important moment in our organisations where the members democratically express their voice.
Can’t attend the IFOAM Organics International General Assembly in person? Assign a proxy to vote on your behalf! As we are sending a delegation, we are happy to act as your proxy to ensure your voice is heard (or your vote is cast). Whether you attend in person or assign a proxy, your input is essential to shaping the future of the global organic movement. For step-by-step instructions on assigning a proxy, please contact [email protected].
Our contributions: Side event and session speakers
As IFOAM Organics Europe we will play an active role throughout the Congress, leading discussions, hosting sessions, and sharing our expertise on topics critical to Europe’s organic sector. For example:
- 1 December 2024: Organic and Regenerative: together towards the future and beyond?
Led by IFOAM Organics Europe Director Eduardo Cuoco and Policy Associate Manager Hanna Winkler, this session in the format of panel discussions and workshops will explore the synergy between organic and regenerative agriculture, combating greenwashing, and positioning organic as the foundation for sustainability. Outcomes include a strategic declaration to guide future policy and practices. - 2 December: Fishbowl on Organic & Regenerative
Building on pre-conference outcomes, this session examines how organic certification can align with emerging regenerative trends and disclosure frameworks. - 3 December: Workshops & Sessions
- 13:30-15:00: New frontiers – organic standards and certification in the context of new sustainability reporting initiatives.
Join Hanna Winkler to explore how organic standards intersect with emerging sustainability metrics and their impact on market perception. - 15:15-16:45: New Challenges: GMOs, Synthetic Biology and Seed Sovereignity
IFOAM Organics Europe Deputy Director Eric Gall leads this crucial discussion on safeguarding organic farming against synthetic biology threats and protecting seed sovereignty amidst regulatory changes. - 17:00-18:30: Innovative Public Procurement for School Meals
In this session, Eduardo Cuoco will discuss how public food procurement in schools can boost organic markets and foster collaboration among governments, schools, and producers. - 4 December: Long-term comparison of farming systems
Moderated by Eduardo Cuoco, this workshop highlights research comparing organic and conventional farming, showcasing the resilience, biodiversity, and profitability of organic systems globally.
Check the rich OWC2024 programme and register now and learn about the different passes.
About the Organic World Congress (OWC)
Every three years, the global organic movement meets at the IFOAM Organic World Congress (OWC) and holds its General Assembly.
The Organic World Congress brings together thousands of organic farmers, producers, researchers, advocates, and policy experts from around the world. It provides inspiration and momentum for all those taking part and is seen as a leading event for the global organic sector. It has a long history, spanning back to 1977, and has been a key meeting place of the organic movement ever since. Explore the Organic World Congress via www.owc.ifoam.bio.
