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VOL. 6, ISSUE 3 (2024)
Conversion from conventional to organic farming – A review
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Venkatesan V G, N Indianraj, Mummadi Thrivikram Reddy, N Naveen
Abstract
Organic farming is a system, which avoids or largely excludes the use
of synthetic inputs (such as fertilizers, pesticides, hormones, feed additives etc.)
and to the maximum extent feasible relies upon crop rotations, crop residues,
animal manures, off-farm organic waste, mineral grade rock additives and
biological system of nutrient mobilization and plant protection. (USDA, 2002)
[23]. Today, the intensive demands of conventional agriculture and the
subsequent environmental impact are leading many people to demand production
systems that are less detrimental to their health and the environment. Some of
these detrimental effects are soil erosion and degradation, nonpoint source
water pollution, groundwater contamination, reliance on nonrenewable energy
sources, Stalinization, aquifer depletion, and loss of biological diversity.
Conversion period refers to the lapse of time between the start of the organic
management and the certification of crops and/or animal husbandry as organic.
Soil suitability may vary significantly from one field to the next. Many tools
exist to assess soils. Soil chemical, physical and biological analyses, soil
survey and legume composition field assessments, and field yield histories are
very important and should be considered early in the transition.
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Pages:31-38
How to cite this article:
Venkatesan V G, N Indianraj, Mummadi Thrivikram Reddy, N Naveen "Conversion from conventional to organic farming – A review". International Journal of Agriculture and Plant Science, Vol 6, Issue 3, 2024, Pages 31-38
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