Proponents of food security initiative launch campaign

Food security and access to clean drinking water: the committee behind a people’s initiative is calling for changes to Swiss agricultural policy. On Thursday, it launched its campaign ahead of a nationwide vote on September 27. The initiative “For safe food – through strengthening sustainable domestic production, increasing plant-based food and ensuring clean drinking water”, submitted in August 2024 by a citizens’ committee, calls for the production and consumption of plant-based foods to be encouraged over animal-based foods. It also aims to increase Switzerland’s agricultural self-sufficiency from just under 50% to at least 70%. The aim is also to preserve groundwater resources and promote sustainable agriculture and an agri-food sector. These targets must be met within ten years. These steps are “essential for national security and the prosperity of our country”, said the committee. The demands are fundamental to life, both in normal times and in times of crisis, the ... Full story here Are you the author? Previous post See more for 3.) Swissinfo Business and Economy Next post
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