That the development of organic agriculture may be one of the main directions in the activities of the agriculture of the Voronezh region, the head of the region Alexander Gusev said in may 2018. According to him, Voronezh black soil capable of without significant use of fertilizers and other chemicals to give a good crop, and this product just to be called organic.

Thursday Gusev held a meeting on the development of the organic agricultural production in the Voronezh region. It reviewed the projects on organic production in the Liskinsky district and the prospects of similar activities in Podgorensky area.

"The difficulties that exist in organic farming, is clear. This is connected with the preparation of the land to ensure that it met the criteria of organic farming, and the process of organic production difficult. Another important factor is bringing the products to the buyer. This is why we need partners, not only in terms of production, but also in the promotion of products," — said Gusev.

The Governor called for practical actions aimed at the production of organic products.

"It is important not to get too far in pilot projects. If you have positive experience should be replicated. Our goal is to create a sub sector in agriculture", — said the head of the region.

As noted by the regional government, following the meeting, Gusev charged to develop a comprehensive program for the support of organic agricultural production in the Voronezh region.