Phil Hogan: Agriculture centre stage at Paris climate talks
That’s the view of European Union Agricultural and Rural Development Commissioner Phil Hogan who told a weekend seminar in Stockholm that it is the duty of all to ensure that agriculture and food production adapt.
“The way we produce food and drink has to evolve. Production must increase, while environmental and climate challenges must be met head-on. In other words, we have to produce more, using less,” he said.
Mr Hogan said the reformed CAP takes its “green” responsibilities very seriously, “but we have to go further and deeper.”
“If we are serious about being genuine global leaders in smart and sustainable agriculture, we have to prioritise investment, innovation and collaboration.
He said it is vital that structures are put in place to transfer knowledge between farmers and food companies for best practice in producing the climate smart, environmentally friendly and sustainable food products which both consumer and climate strategies demand.
