The drought is forcing organic farmers to take a radical step: their cows are now allowed to eat non-organic feed.
Bio Suisse must capitulate in the face of the drought. President Urs Brändli is calling for a national crisis team. Is the credibility of one of the strictest organic farming organisations in the world now suffering?
Bio Suisse, a leading organic farming organization in Switzerland, has been forced to allow its members to use non-organic feed for their animals due to the severe drought affecting the country's agriculture. The organization has granted 555 exemptions for around 23,000 tons of feed, allowing farmers to use up to 50% non-organic feed, including imports from the EU.
Bio Suisse president Urs Brändli has called for a national crisis team to address the issue, citing concerns about food security and the impact on the organic farming industry, which has a strong reputation for strict standards. The organization sold 4.3 billion francs worth of organic products in 2025, with a 12.3% market share, the highest in the world.
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