Organic Farming: A Sustainable Practice

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Organic Farming - The Sustainable Way to Farm and Eat by Janice Hunter

Organic farming is a form of agricultural method wherein farm communities rely on crop rotation, green manure, compost fertilizer, biological methods of pest control and cultivation of fertile soil to make it more productive thus yielding better produce. It also strictly limits the use of synthetic fertilizers and pesticides, chemical-based plant grower, feed additives and GMO. Organic farming is closely based on the standards set by IFOAM or International Federation of Organic Agriculture Movement and it is also regulated and enforced by most nations worldwide.

This core value is very similar to what sustainable living is all about. That same basic principle applies to all organic farming communities and it affects everyone that is working together for this common goal of lessening the human impact on the environment. By following organic farming methods, our soil is protected from erosion and it strongly promotes biodiversity among plant, animal and smaller organisms as well.

Some farmers would not adapt to this kind of farming method since organic farming is known to have lower yields. But since the population is getting more and more conscious of food safety due to health risks that some chemically contaminated produce can cause, the demand is much stronger and people are willing to pay higher prices for organic produce. Because of this, along with the decreased cost of production since no synthetic fertilizers are used, it creates higher profit for organic farmers. This also called to attention, some farmers to join and manage their own organic farmlands.

Sustainable living is a lifestyle in which a person reduces his or her impact on the environment by limiting their usage of the Earth's natural resources and avoiding further damage. Sustainable agriculture works the same and provides better organic food which is not only good for human consumption but also great for maintaining a balanced ecosystem.

Janice Hunter, Creative Director for 11 Lions Media Group, is raising awareness and spreading knowledge through creative content projects throughout the web. Learn more about organic farming, visit 11Lions.com to reach higher levels of consciousness.

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