Production and export of organic fruit and vegetables in Asia : proceedings of the seminar held in Bangkok, Thailand, 3-5 November 2003 / prepared by Pascal Liu.

Includes bibliographical references (pages 123-126).

World markets for organic fruit and vegetables -- Market access issues : standards and regulations -- Producing and exporting organic horticultural products in Asia -- Establishing an organic export sector -- Conclusions and recommendations.

This publication summarizes the presentations and discussions that took place during the International Seminar on Producing and Exporting Organic Fruit and Vegetables in Asia that was held in Bangkok, Thailand, in November 2003. It describes the market situation and outlook for organic horticultural products, the opportunities offered by the main import markets (North America, the European Union and Japan) and their import requirements. The publication examines the ways in which Asian countries could take advantage of potential market opportunities. Case studies on the development of the organic agriculture sector in Thailand, China and India are presented. The publication analyzes the constraints to be overcome in order to produce and export organic horticultural products successfully, and discusses strategy options for the development of production and exports in Asia.--Publisher's description.

Available both in print and online.

Organized by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, International Federation of Organic Agriculture Movements and Earth Net Foundation.

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