The Conference in a few words:
Within the framework of the Global Forum for Food and Agriculture (GFFA) in January 2024 in Berlin, 61 agriculture ministers from around the world agreed to continue the transition towards sustainable agricultural and food systems by adopting agroecological approaches. At the same time, the implementation agreement for the second phase of the DIAF project (Moroccan-German Agricultural and Forestry Technical Dialogue) was signed, and wherein the Component 1 (Promotion of Organic Agriculture) are organizing an international conference on organic agriculture and agroecology in Morocco. This conference will bring together international stakeholders to explore scientific advancements in agricultural and food sustainability. It will focus on integrating this knowledge into public policies and establishing an appropriate legal framework to transform food systems. The discussions will include scientists, government representatives, researchers, private sector actors, and civil society representatives.
It remains
Conference chaired by Mr Ahmed El Bouari, Minister of Agriculture, Maritime Fisheries, Rural Development and Water and Forests (MAPMDREF)
Video message by Mr. Cem Özdemir, Federal Minister of Food and Agriculture (BMEL)
Keynote speakers
November 11, 2024
November 11, 2024, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Keynote Speaker 1 :
Mr. Thomas Zebunke
Director of Agricultural Policy
Deputy Head of the European and National Legislation Unit, International Trade in the Organic Sector, Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture (BMEL)
November 11, 2024, 2:00 PM - 2:15 PM
Keynote Speaker 2 :
Ms. Nawal Farkacha
Head of the Labeling Division
Ministry of Agriculture, Maritime Fisheries, Rural Development, and Water and Forests
November 12, 2024
November 12, 2024, 09:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Keynote Speaker 3 :
Dr.Florian Bittner
Julius Kühn Institute (JKI)
Florian Bittner is the research coordinator at the German Federal Research Center for Cultivated Plants, (www.julius-kuehn.de )
November 12, 2024, 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Keynote Speaker 4 :
Prof. Dr. Jürgen Kroschel
Jürgen Kroschel is Project team leader at the German-Colombian Demonstration and Training Project for Agroecology, implemented by GOPA-AFC, Germany
He is specialized in agricultural research and rural extension, with expertise in tropical agriculture and agroecology. He is also interested in organic farming, integrated pest management, and biological control. His work includes approaches to climate-smart agriculture and climate change adaptation, as well as training and capacity building.
November 12, 2024, 2:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Keynote Speaker 5 :
Helmy Abouleish (vidéo message)
Director General of the SEKEM Group, President of the Biodynamic Federation - Demeter International
Helmy Abouleish is an international recognized leader in sustainable change in Egypt and beyond. He has spearheaded a number of initiatives to tackle major challenges such as climate change and food security through organic farming and social entrepreneurship.
Panels
November 11, 2024
November 11, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Panel 1 :
The role of organic agriculture in the agroecological transformation for a healthy, environmentally friendly and fair agricultural food system
November 11, 2024, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Panel 2 :
Generation Green 2020-2030 strategy – where do we stand in terms of promoting organic agriculture and agroecology?
November 12, 2024
November 12, 2024, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Panel 3 :
Innovations from the field: agroecological practices in the areas of soil, water, plant protection, etc.
November 12, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Panel 4 :
Best practices for policies aimed at a sustainable (agroecological and organic) food transition.
November 12, 2024, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Panel 5 :
Partnerships and development approaches
The speakers
Mme Patricia Flores,
IFOAM Organic International
Mme Stephanie Zeiss,
GIZ KCOA
M. Timothée Ourbak,
AFD
Prof. Lamiae Ghaouti,
IAV Hassan II
Thomas Zebunke,
BMEL
MAPMDREF
(DDFP, DSS)
Zineb Laghzaoui,
Maroc Bio
Rachida Mehdioui,
RIAM
Michel Reynaud,
Ecocert International
Jihad Elmalih,
Facyla Ferme
Khalid Azim,
INRA
Tobias Eisenring,
FIBL
Karsten Ziebell,
Projet de coopération germano-thaïlandais
Janet Maro,
Sustainable Agriculture Tanzania
Isabell Piroth,
Programme fédérale de l’agriculture biologique du BMEL
Prof. Khaled Sassi,
Direction Générale de l’Agriculture Biologique
de la Tunisie.
Gabor Figeczky,
IFOAM Organic International
Martin Mattos Carrera,
Directeur général du département
« Ressources naturelles » Ministère de l’élevage,
de l’agriculture et de la pêche de l’Uruguay
M. Laiti Abdelhak
FAO Maroc
M. Khalid Trid,
DDFP MAPMDREF
Ms. Imane Fatima Zahra Rane,
CCPB Maroc
Ms. Nawal Farkacha,
DDFP MAPMDREF
Ms. Eliana Martínez Pachón
AGROSAVIA (Colombia)
Ms. Dr. Prapitpan Anupunt
Department of Agricultural Extension (DOAE) of Thailand
Bakari Mongo,
CEO de l’ONG, Tanzania Organic
Agriculture Movement (TOAM)
Dr.Martin Baumgart,
Head of the Organic Agriculture component, DIAF
Claudia Heid,
Concept Biorégions, LfL Bavière
Markus Arbenz,
FIBL
Ghizlane Echchgadda,
Centre agroécologique
ENA-Meknès
Thomas Börkey Biermann/Mohamed Salah Zayani,
Ökoring
Charif Guessous,
Living Seeds
Fernando Sousa,
Dryland Agroforestry Center (DAC)
Mme Virginie Coustet,
Chargée de programmes agriculture et forêts durables, Délégation de l’Union Européenne
Parallel activities:
November 11, 2024, 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Science Slam
The Science Slam is a competition where participants present their research or scientific ideas in a concise and impactful manner, in just 10 minutes, using a format that is both informative and engaging.
November 12, 2024, 03:30 PM - 04:00 PM
Ceremony and inauguration of the CTABio (Technical Centre for Organic Agriculture): Director of INRA Dr. Faouzi Bekkaoui: Presentation of the CTABio Mission
(with participation of consortium members: INRA, IAV, ENAM, ENFI, ONCA, COMADER, Maroc-Bio).
The creation of a Technical Center for the Development of Organic Agriculture aims to optimally mobilize available expertise in Morocco in terms of research, operational and continuous training, awareness-raising, promotion, technology transfer, and advisory services in organic agriculture.
November 12, 2024 , 04:30 PM - 05:30 PM
Wrap-up and participatory plenum:
Summary of key discussion points, also this session allows participants to ask questions and share reflections on the topics covered. This final exchange strengthens participant engagement, clarifies main ideas, and highlights next steps or upcoming events.
Registration
The DIAF Project – Component 1 "Organic Agriculture:
The Moroccan-German bilateral cooperation project “Agricultural and Forestry Technical Dialogue (DIAF)” was established between the Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture (BMEL) and the Ministry of Agriculture, Maritime Fisheries, Rural Development, and Water and Forests (MAPMDREF). The DIAF project aims to promote dialogue and the exchange of expertise in agricultural technology, specifically in areas such as organic agriculture, the professionalization of agricultural and forestry organizations, and sustainable forest management. For the Organic Agriculture Component, the objective is to support the MAPMDREF in developing the organic production sector through appropriate legal and institutional frameworks and targeted market development.
International Partners
National Partners
