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Code of Good Agricultural Practices of Georgia (2007)

Country/Territory
Georgia
Document type
Miscellaneous
Date
2007
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Agricultural & rural development, Air & atmosphere, Land & soil, Cultivated plants, Water
Keyword
Protection of environment Agricultural development Capacity building Farming Sustainable development Sustainable use Agricultural extension International relations/cooperation Air quality/air pollution Pollution control Soil conservation/soil improvement Soil pollution/quality Pesticides Plant production Plant protection Freshwater pollution Freshwater resources management Water quality standards
Geographical area
Asia, Black Sea, Eastern Europe, Europe, Europe and Central Asia, Western Asia
Abstract

The Code of Good Agricultural Practices of Georgia is a legally non-binding document aimed to provide information on environment friendly agricultural production rules and to increase public awareness of the importance of adhering to them. Specifically, it aims to reduce the negative influence of farming on the environment to prevent the irrational use and impoverishment of the main natural resources (soil, water and air) and to promote environmentally friendly practices in Georgia. The Code compiles obligations prescribed by law, recommendations, and practical advice noteworthy for small farms alike large agricultural enterprises, providers of agricultural service and extension – i.e. for everyone related to agricultural production and environment protection. The Code states that its adoption represents a step forward towards harmonizing with the environment friendly agricultural practices introduced in the EU and other developed countries. Georgia is willing to support further development of agricultural sector and as well as take care of environment protection and sustainable utilization of natural resources.

Full text
English
Website
matsne.gov.ge