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Presented by Hiba HSAYKI
ORGANIC FARMING & the FUTURE OF AGRICULTURE
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Presented by Hiba HSAYKI

ORGANIC FARMING & the FUTURE OF AGRICULTURE

Some people believe that organic farming is the future of agriculture, while others think it’s a passing fad .

Agriculture of the futur

Is organic farming the future of agriculture

What is organic farming

Summary

01

Definition and History

What is organic farming?

Definition

"Production of crop, animal and other products without application of harmful chemicals like synthetic chemical fertilizers & pesticides, genetically modified or transgenic species or antibiotics & growth enhancing steroids."

France was the first country to recognize organic farming in the political context with the Agricultural Law in 1980; and they introduced the first eco-label for organic products four years later.

History

Green Manure

Livestock

Weed & Pest Management

Soil Management

Crop Rotation

Methods of Organic Farming

02

"Is Organic Farming the Future of Agriculture?

1. No GMOs2. Supports healthy soil & pollinators3. More nutrition and flavor4. Healthier working environment for farmers5. Resistance to pests and diseases6. Supports local economies and creates jobs in rural communities7. Is climate-friendly8. Takes future generations into account

Why people are choosing organic methods?

PROS OF ORGANIC FARMING

Nina Fedoroff. Scientist

"If everybody switched to organic farming, we couldn't support the earth's current population - maybe half."

1. No subsidies for organic farmers 2. Lack of special infrastructure 3. Use of organic pesticides and fungicides 4. More work is involved 5. Less productive than conventional methods 6. Requires significant knowledge 7. Arduous organic certification process 8. More expensive than conventional farming

Is Organic Farming just a Fad?

CONS OF ORGANIC FARMING

Is organic farming the best model for feeding the world ?

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