The organic sector in Castilla y León, Spain is expected to continue growing

Published 2021년 5월 6일

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The article highlights the dynamic growth in various agricultural sectors in Castilla y León, Spain, including nuts cultivation, livestock, beekeeping, and the beverage industry, with a notable 71% increase in organic production operators since 2015. Despite being Europe's largest producer of organic products, Spain lags behind in consumption. The demand for organic seeds and flours is on the rise due to their lack of pesticides. Harinas García del Valle, a company specializing in organic flours, has experienced an increase in demand and concentrates efforts on sourcing quality raw materials. The article also touches on the challenges and rewards of organic production and the importance of supplier approval for maintaining high standards.

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The Council of Agriculture of Castilla y León (Caecyl) highlights the growth experienced in the last five years in the cultivation of nuts, the cattle and beekeeping sectors in livestock and the beverage sector -mainly the wineries- in the processing industry . Since 2015 there has been a 71% increase in the number of organic production operators. Consumer demand for organic products is increasing year after year. “However, it must be taken into account that the consumption of organic products in Castilla y León is very low. Only 10% of the population acquires them more than once a month ”, details Isabel del Amo, general secretary of the Association of Supermarkets of Castilla y León (Asucyl). As for the offer, he explains that supermarkets have made "a clear bet" in recent years to sell organic products in different sections. In this way, these products are made more accessible for any type of customer, while allowing those who already bought organic food in specialized stores ...

Source: Campo