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Calls grow louder for pesticide-free food and water Published on Share
Two separate proposals are demanding a radical reform of the country’s agriculture and food production sectors, phasing out the use of synthetic pesticides.
Both people’s initiatives have a similar goal but differ in their approach, targeting intensive agriculture and aiming for more sustainable production methods.
A striking characteristic is the strong personal concern of the members of both campaign committees about environmental pollution, biodiversity, safe food and clean drinking water.
The two people’s initiatives are among five issues on the national ballot sheet on June 13.
What’s at stake?