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August 18th, 2006 by admin | Filed under Uncategorized.The term, organic farming refers to an environmentally friendly and health-supportive method of farming and processing foods. Weeds and pests are controlled using environmentally sound practices that sustain our personal health and the health of our planet.
The term “organic” applies to both animal and plant foods. The production of organic foods does not use pesticides or synthetic (or sewage-based) fertilizers for plant materials and hormones and antibiotics for animals, does not allow genetic engineering or the use of radiation, and emphasizes the utilization of renewable resources as well as conservation of land and water.
Organic Farming Methods
As organic farmers do not use chemicals in an environmentally harmful manner they need to farm using a blend of old and new technologies and scientific advancements to improve upon their craft. Where commercial farmers use pesticides and soil additives organic farmers use techniques such as rotating crops between fields, which prevents pests from building up and improves soil fertility, and planting certain flowers and bushes, which attract certain insects and ward off unwanted pests.
Organic farming prohibits the use of many substances present in commercial farming, including most synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, genetic engineering, growth hormones, and artificial ingredients.
Organic production is managed with the intent to integrate cultural, biological and mechanical practices to promote ecological balance and biodiversity. Practices help to protect the soil, groundwater, provide health promoting conditions for animals and ultimately help promote the health of the consumer.
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