Agroecology

Article L1, II, of the rural and maritime fishing code :

“(…) Agroecological production systems, including organic production, combine economic and social performance, in particular through a high level of social, environmental and health protection. "

Agroecology is often presented as an approach seeking to develop agriculture towards greater respect for the environment and natural ecosystems.

This approach takes on an ethical dimension by giving a place to man in nature, while emphasizing the respect that humans owe to the earth, to living things.

the three ethics of agroecology

Agroecology has for objectives soil restoration, the fight against climate change and a chemical addiction. 

the three ethics of agroecology

  • produce without harming
  • put the human back at the center
  • distribute and market at the right price

produce without harming

Agroecological practices are characterized by :

  • a lower impact on the environment and focus on the preservation of natural resources and biodiversity and on the limitation of negative externalities,

  • adequately fertilized soils, if possible with organic fertilizers and protected against erosion by wind and water,

  • the rational use of water and renewable energies (biogas, solar, wind, etc.), by ensuring recycling,

  • enhancing synergies (breeding or associated crops),

  • crop rotation and agroforestry to promote diversity.

put the human back at the center

Agroecology appeals :

  • to peasant and traditional knowledge what enhances the producers in their knowledge,
  • à des in-depth and specific knowledge,

LThe research allows in particular to test the combination of species and their yields. It is also with the help of science that we will be able to objectify the value of the approach based on figures.

3. Distribute and market at the right price

To meet consumer demand, direct on-farm sales outlets and short circuits are multiplying. Agroecology generates secure and local income, and values people and social dynamics

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