Biodistretto del Chianti identifies itself with the AIAB Bio-districts definition and guidelines and is part of a wider national and European network whose main goal wich aims is to promote organic farming by encouraging it in vocated territories. From the very beginning the Chianti territory played a key role in the project, thanks to the presence of pioneer organic farmers and innovative experts who supported in the last years a fast transition from conventional to organic agriculture in the Chianti area.
Local administrations cooperate with a resolution to support the Biodistretto del Chianti project and undertake virtuous processes as green public procurement, introduction of organic food in school and collective catering, avoid use of pesticides and herbicides in urban green, public areas and roads, increase of waste recycling and supporting the use of biodegradable materials as dishes and glasses in public events.
Biodistretto del Chianti farming methods go beyond organic certification requirements promoting a necessary cultural growth toward organic farming and agroecology. The project has grown from a bottom-up movement, thanks to the diligence, passion and partnership of organic farmers, citizens and citizen associations, advisors and Chianti’s local administrations. Every player is essential and contributes to the diffusion of organic and environmental culture.
Municipalities included, at date, in Biodistretto del Chianti are: Greve in Chianti, Castellina in Chianti, Gaiole in Chianti, Radda in Chianti, Castelnuovo Berardenga e San Casciano Val di Pesa and Barberino Tavarnelle.
Mission
Organic agriculture represents a main driver for the development of the agricultural and touristic economy in Chianti area. The development of the Biodistretto del Chianti project and its activities promote the organic method, fostering its rooting and diffusion, as a concrete chance for sustainable territorial management.
Biodistretto del Chianti is an opportunity to enhance the territory. Through organic farming we promote an eco-friendly development model based on local resources, environmental and tradition conservation, innovative quality production techniques. There are several positive impacts. Directly there is an improvement of food safety for consumers parallel to an healthier environment for local citizens and workers. Environment and landscape also benefit from good practices. Moreover, there are many indirect benefits, as the setting up of a strong relationship network, heart of debate and share, essential for motivating a continuous growth.
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