Now, organic food is finally getting an all time high of
acceptance from consumers, so its demand is increasing - more 'organically
acceptable' agricultural measures are gaining momentum, and it seems even
though it is further expensive than chemically treated produce, it is
healthier, and it is that health reason which is winning the fight against
chemically treated consumables.
Agricultural techniques started to change during the
eighteenth century with the development of artificial fertilizers. Over time, in
turn to keep up with the demand, farmers became reliant upon synthetic
fertilizers to help control pests, improve fertilization and pollination, to
maintain the soil over extended periods of time, and to increase quantities of
produce.
What we forget is that earlier than the development of
artificial fertilizers and pesticides, organic farming had been the standard
and had actually been adept in many cultures for thousands of years. Today,
what we see is simply a return to organic, all-natural farming that was used
prior to the development of artificial fertilizers.
Organic
farming is appealing for many reasons. Here are 3 things for you to consider:
1. Increase Overall Health of the Environment
Organic farming helps maintain the overall health of the
environment by reducing the level of pollution in the air, water and soil. Free
from synthetic fertilizers, organic farming helps eliminate harmful chemicals
being introduced and released into the atmosphere. (Preserving our precious
water sources!) In contrast to modern farming techniques which use synthetic or
chemical fertilizers, organic farming distributes biofertilizers such as crop,
animal, farm and aquatic waste into the soil in order to encourage growth and
high produce yields.
2. Soil Preservation
Organic methods help maintain, strengthen, and preserve the
soil. Alternative fertilizing methods, such as using compost and green manure,
help create a highly productive soil, full of the necessary nutrients and
microorganisms which are vital to the plant's growth. Because organic farming
is free of synthetic chemicals, the soil will not be depleted of vital
nutrients. In a way, you could say that organic farming ensures the maximum
utilization of the resource in that it is still here for years to come. The
point is to reduce physical and chemical damage to the soil so that it does not
become infertile, dry, loose, or invaded by pests.
3. Live Healthier With Nutritionally-Rich Produce
Organic farming's all-natural approach increases the
nutritional value and overall health of the produce farmed in healthy soil. The
more nutrients in the soil, the better it is for both the plants and for us as
consumers. A surplus of nutrients allows plants to grow to their full
potential. And consequently, we are able to eat, digest and reap the benefits
of all the nutrients offered from these plants. Eating healthier will help you
live healthier, not only now but in the future years to come. (On a side note, organic foods are also said
to be tastier compared to those grown in a greenhouse or on a high-production
agricultural farm that uses chemical fertilizers.)
Today there are more Organic supermarkets popping up
everywhere, sometimes in certain areas more than others - almost as though
people in one state are more 'organic' than others but on the whole it is more
of a blanket change than just a few people trying to eat in a healthier way,
the amount of people eating organically is far more substantial than most
realize. Suddenly people have more choice, and this is obviously because the
demand is there. It doesn't matter if you think of organic farming as an old or
new trend. What we do know currently and from centuries beforehand is that
organic farming helps the environment, preserves the soil, and produces
nutrient-dense plants. What more could you ask for?
Best Guiding Books for Going Organic
"A slim, handy guide to how our food is produced and how to choose what to buy."
I've been hesitant to question the organic label because it offers such an easy answer, and I've worried that if I begin to tug on that string, pretty soon my whole natural fiber sweater will be unraveled and I won't have a dominant food doctrine to blindly follow...Burke, who is a journalist and former chef, seeks to answer that question by delving into the politics behind the certified organic label and by defining terms, such as organic, local, sustainable and grass-fed. -- Liz Kohman, "The Versatile Vegetarian: Got questions about 'organic'? Book offers answers", The Courier News
Your patio, balcony, rooftop, front stoop, boulevard, windowsill, planter box, or fire escape is a potential fresh food garden waiting to happen. In Grow Great Grub, Gayla Trail, the founder of the leading online gardening community (YouGrowGirl.com), shows you how to grow your own delicious, affordable, organic edibles virtually anywhere.
“Maria’s pedigree gives her the authority and credibility to educate
Americans on this important subject matter. The information in Organic
Manifesto will empower you not only to save your own life and the lives of
your family but also to do your part in saving the world. If you read one book
this year, please make this one it!” —Jillian Michaels
“Organic Manifesto is a breakthrough. It is a clarion call revealing
the power of organic farming to improve our health, our economy, our politics,
and our planet.” —Harvey Karp, MD, FAAP
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It’s very beneficial to go organic these days because it contributes to the preservation of the soil. This is essential because it helps make the soil fertile and long-lasting. One of the methods that can be effective for soil fertility is the green manure technique. Through this technique, the nutrients taken from the soil by previous crops are being replaced. This increases the nutritional value of the produce.
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