sustainability
Our Definition
In response to the question of what is the concept of sustainable development, the simplest definition we know is: development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs. The concept of sustainable development can have different interpretations. But the main essence of sustainable development is an approach that seeks to establish a balance between different and usually competing needs that we as members of society face in response to environmental, social and economic constraints. Sustainable development meets the diverse needs of all present and future societies, promotes individual health and social cohesion, and creates equal opportunities. In short, development is about finding better ways to do things now and in the future. Maybe we need to change the way we work and live without reducing the quality of life.
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Sustainability in Food
Sustainable foods are safe and healthy foods. the use of species adapted to the climate is preferable to high-yielding commercial species that require more fertilizer or water. In this system, sustainable food brands such provide employees with safe, healthy and fair working conditions in addition to paying appropriate salaries. They support local and regional economies that create jobs and build healthier communities.
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Local vs sustainable
The difference between local and sustainable products Local food products are products that are sold and consumed near each other and do not need to travel a long way to reach the consumer. There is a difference between local and sustainable products. Sustainable food has a lower impact on the environment because it is produced in responsible ways, although it is not always local. Sustainably produced foods may even protect biodiversity and wildlife habitats, show more respect for workers in the supply chain, and more carefully observe their rights. The goal of sustainability is to support the purchase of local products as much as possible, but local production does not always mean sustainable production.
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Sustainable nutrition
Probably all of us more or less follow the guidelines of sustainable development; We recycle glass, plastic, paper and organic waste, we shop with reusable cloth bags, we get to our destinations by public transport or by bicycle. But we may not have seriously thought about the global effects of our nutrition and its changes. Nutrition plays a prominent role in defining sustainable foods. Sustainable eating is about choosing foods that are good for our health and the environment around us. Considering the climatic conditions and crises, it is time to take a look at our food choices and its impact on these conditions. For example, one of the reports of the World Nature Fund shows that 70% of the fresh water of rivers and lakes is used for agriculture. Agriculture is actually the biggest cause of forest cutting and loss; In this way, our current food system is responsible for the destruction of 60% of biodiversity in the world. However, the global shift toward plant-based foods includes a variety of staples, grains, vegetables, fruits, and nuts, and less meat foods overall, especially red meat and processed meats.
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last but not least
We as OTANTIK AGRO hopping and aiming to participate in this cycle of sustainable development by suppling of right goods from right resources.
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