Organic Farming

1. Organic Farming: Promoting Sustainability
and Environmental Protection
By Milan Kandel

2. What is Organic Farming?
Definition
Organic farming involves cultivating crops and rearing animals using natural methods without synthetic
inputs such as chemical fertilizers, pesticides, and GMOs.
Principles
Based on the principles of sustainability, biodiversity, and ecological balance, aiming to
produce healthy and nutritious food while preserving soil, water, and the environment.
Methods
Utilizes techniques like crop rotation, biological control, natural fertilizers, compost, and other natural
pest and disease management methods.
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3. Importance of Organic Farming
Promoting Sustainable
Agriculture
Organic farming plays a crucial role in promoting
sustainable agricultural practices that support
long-term ecological balance and minimize
environmental impact.
Improving Food Quality
By avoiding synthetic pesticides and fertilizers,
organic farming helps improve the nutritional
quality and safety of food products, benefiting
consumer health.
Protecting the Environment
Contributes to environmental protection by
preserving soil and water health, reducing
chemical pollution, and promoting biodiversity and
ecosystem balance.

4. Benefits to Human Health
Higher Nutrient Content
Organic produce often contains higher levels of essential nutrients such as vitamin C, iron, and
magnesium, contributing to better health and nutrition.
Lower Exposure to Antibiotics and Hormones
By prohibiting the use of antibiotics and hormones, organic farming reduces the risk of health issues
related to their overuse in conventional farming.
Reduced Risk of Food Contamination
Organic farming practices minimize the risk of food contamination by harmful bacteria, offering a
safer food choice for consumers.
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5. Benefits to the Environment
Soil Health
Organic farming methods promote healthy soils that can retain water,
support diverse plant life, resist erosion, and enhance overall agricultural
sustainability.
Reduced Water Pollution
By minimizing synthetic chemical usage, organic farming helps reduce water
pollution, supporting healthier ecosystems and water quality.
Biodiversity and Climate Change
Encourages biodiversity and helps mitigate climate change by sequestering
carbon in the soil and reducing greenhouse gas emissions from synthetic
inputs.

6. Benefits to Animal Welfare
Access to the Outdoors
Organic farming requires animals to have access to outdoor space, fresh air, and natural light, promoting
natural behaviors and better health.
No Antibiotics or Growth Hormones
Prohibiting the use of antibiotics and growth hormones in animal production ensures a
healthier and more natural animal rearing process.
More Space and Reduced Stress
Organic farming practices that provide more space per animal lead to reduced stress and improved
animal health and welfare.
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