From 12-15 May 2008, in Bonn, Germany, the first world Congress of “The Future of Food and Agriculture” was held. Representatives from over 50 countries participated and presented their efforts regarding the protection of biodiversity, Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO), and the development of organic agriculture.

On the first day, a festival was held which presented organic food and products. In the center of the city, 6000 people participated in demonstrations demanding protection from GMO’s. Demonstrations were peaceful, without incidents and violence. Bonn was the center of resistance against GMO’s in the world.

On the next day, the plenary session was held. New scientific information was presented about organic agriculture, development of organics and the influence of GMO’s on nature.  Also presented were participant’s activities on the protection of biodiversity.

Nenad Kocic, director of E. D. “Vila Zora” was the local representative from Macedonia. He presented “Vila Zora’s” activities for the network of a GMO-free Macedonia during the plenary session.

Representatives from all countries who participated in the Congress, supported “Vila Zora” activities and a GMO-free Macedonia  They showed their approval for this one small country in Europe that is a good example of how citizens should fight against the invasion of GMO’s.