‘EU agri co-ops leading the way with eco-friendly techniques’

Agri co-operatives are leading the way in environmentally-friendly production techniques in Europe — that’s the view of umbrella body Cogeca, which states that they are achieving sustainable development for all.

Cogeca president, Christian Pees, said the co-ops produce quality food in a sustainable and resource efficient way, creating jobs and new business opportunities, mostly in EU rural areas.

Recent examples of environmentally-friendly techniques include investments to integrate renewable energy in the agri-food production process, and extensive bio-economy applications through the use of by-products and recycling.