European civilisation in hands of French cheesemakers, says Prince Charles

British future monarch given prize for organic farming by French and says he fears traditional cheese will disappear in a world of genetically modified produce

Prince Charles has revealed he fears for the very existence of traditional French cheeses as he received a prize in Paris for his long-term commitment to organic farming.

Having spoken earlier at the opening of the key UN climate talks outside Paris, the heir to the throne was awarded the Francois Rabelais prize by France's institute of sciences and arts, named after the Renaissance scholar and physician.