Chile must be an island of organic products, according to industry advisor

Published 2021년 4월 29일

Tridge summary

Chile is experiencing growth in the organic agriculture sector, with a increase in consumption and product diversity. However, challenges such as lack of clear policies, confusion in the market, and low prices for fresh organic products persist. Despite the implementation of Law 20.089, certification costs have not decreased as expected. Benavente suggests including small producers in sustainable agriculture and promoting Chile as an 'island' of organic products to advance in the sector. He also emphasizes the importance of regulating and labeling Genetically Modified (GM) products and believes that with support from the Agricultural Development Institute (INdap) and a focus on marketing and product development, Chile can overcome these challenges and become a leader in organic production.
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Original content

Organic agriculture and the demand for these products is increasing in various countries of the world. In Chile, although there is progress, there are still a series of barriers that prevent production from being greater, as is the case in Argentina, Uruguay or Brazil. José Antonio Benavente, advisor specialized in organic agriculture, explained to Redagrícola what is happening in Chile, what are the challenges and opportunities for this sector in the country. - How has the organic crops sector performed in Chile in 2020? - In general, consumption has increased. The comments are that organic products have been safer for the consumer. In Chile I do not see great growth, since there are no clear and informed policies for the final consumer. I think malicious reports and information have confused end consumers. Although it is true that the shelves of organic products have increased in supermarkets, in the case of fresh organic products it is difficult to find them and they have the ...
Source: Redagricola

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