Consumer in the organic food market. Example of the Visegrad countries

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The definition of food can be found in Regulation No 178/2002 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 28 January 2002 laying down the general principles and requirements of food law, establishing the European Food Safety Authority and laying down procedures in matters of food safety. In the food sector, the market for organic food is becoming increasingly important. It is produced on organic farms, i.e. produced without the use of artificial fertilisers or pesticides, among other things. The market of organic products exhibits specific characteristics, determined by unique behaviours and environmental awareness of consumers, the degree of economic development and wealth, implemented agricultural policy, as well as natural conditions found in individual countries, both in Europe and worldwide.