Brussels, 19/07/2016 (Agence Europe) - The Czech delegation argued at the Agriculture Council on Monday 18 July for derogations to be permitted to the ban on the use of potassium phosphonates (used in pesticides) in organic farming.
The Czech Republic told ministers that the ban on this active substance is creating difficulties for organic wine growers and fruit and vegetable growers. Germany and Luxembourg supported the Czech call. France opposed the lifting of the ban.
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