Organic agriculture as a sustainable approach to food security

Abstract

The present article discusses the development of organic agriculture in the Russian Federation and abroad. Organic agriculture is a sustainable approach to agricultural land use and can contribute to producing sufficient amount of environmentally friendly agricultural products, while lessening environmental impacts from agricultural activities. The authors conclude on the importance of government support through legislation, action plans and funding for organic agriculture to be economically viable and contribute to producing sufficient amount of healthy food for future generations.