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A new system would allow for a "Canada Organic" label, increasing awareness of the farmers nationally and internationally and the country has been working on developing a standard set of guidelines and regulations since 2004. Recently, the process was sped up to meet a deadline set by the EU that would prohibit uncertified organics from trade after December 31st. Such a ban could cost Canada millions of dollars, so after much deliberation, a draft of the new rules was published on September 2. It will be up for discussion and revision for 75 days, at which point it will become law.
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9-07-2006 @8:21AM Angelica said... This is a good step forward, but Canada and the U.S. are nowhere near Europe when it comes to standardizing foods. In most European countries certain foods are not allowed to have antibiotics, preservatives or pesticides. Those foods include but are not limited to meats (all), fish, cheeses, milk, fruits and vegetables. Not only is this beneficial for consumption and for the environment, but the food is just BETTER in taste. Plus you know what is in...or rather what is NOT in your food.
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