The act aims to protect the environment while improving farmers’ livelihood

Taiwan News
Date: 2019/05/31
By: Huang Tzu-ti, Taiwan News, Staff Writer

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TAIPEI (Taiwan News) – Taiwan has entered a new phase of agricultural development with the Organic Agriculture Promotion Act (有機農業促進法) going into effect on Thursday (May 30).

The act was designed to protect water and soil, the environment, biodiversity, animal welfare, and consumer interests. It also provides a legal foundation on which to promote eco-friendly and sustainable use of resources.    [FULL  STORY]