Jelacicev trg 1/III, 51000 Rijeka, CROATIA
51000 Rijeka
كرواتيا
- Environment/Sustainable development
Purpose of establishment of Eko Liburnia is preservation, protection, and economically, environmentally and socially sound management of natural, cultural and historical heritage, as prerequisite for the sustainable development. Association's philosophy is based on sustainable development of Croatia as a modern European and Mediterranean state, with emphasis on development of: (a) private family-owned SMEs, crafts and co-operatives; (b) society based on principles of social justice and solidarity; and (c) basic role of local communities in planning & implementation of development programmes.
Eko Liburnia`s activities are in accordance with the internationally accepted sustainable development standards and conventions such as Agenda 21 and Aarhus Convention. It cooperates with the local communities, municipalities, counties, ministries and organizations from abroad. The most important aspect of Eko Liburnia`s activities is revitalization and development of traditional and introduction of new agricultural productions based on organic agriculture principles. Eko Liburnia is proud to be a member of the IFOAM since 1996 and between 2000-2002 was hosting the Secretariat of the IFOAM official regional organization for Mediterranean countries (AgriBioMediterraneo). Activities of members of the Eko Liburnia are incorporated into already commenced organic agricultural programmes on: olive cultivation and processing; viticulture and wine production; bee-keeping and honey production; herbs & spices and mushrooms growing and processing; fruit and vegetables production; livestock growing, meat and dairy production.