Organic Farming, Soil Health, and Food Quality: Considering Possible Links

2016 ◽  
pp. 319-367 ◽  
Author(s):  
J.R. Reeve ◽  
L.A. Hoagland ◽  
J.J. Villalba ◽  
P.M. Carr ◽  
A. Atucha ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Organic Farming ◽  
Food Quality ◽  
Soil Health ◽  
Farming Soil

A rotation design to reduce weed density in organic farming

2010 ◽  
Vol 25 (3) ◽  
pp. 189-195 ◽  
Author(s):  
Randy L. Anderson
Keyword(s):  
Population Dynamics ◽  
Organic Farming ◽  
Weed Management ◽  
Crop Production ◽  
Soil Health ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Weed Population ◽  
Weed Density ◽  
Organic Systems ◽  
Herbicide Use

AbstractWeeds are a major obstacle to successful crop production in organic farming. Producers may be able to reduce inputs for weed management by designing rotations to disrupt population dynamics of weeds. Population-based management in conventional farming has reduced herbicide use by 50% because weed density declines in cropland across time. In this paper, we suggest a 9-year rotation comprised of perennial forages and annual crops that will disrupt weed population growth and reduce weed density in organic systems. Lower weed density will also improve effectiveness of weed control tactics used for an individual crop. The rotation includes 3-year intervals of no-till, which will improve both weed population management and soil health. Even though this rotation has not been field tested, it provides an example of designing rotations to disrupt population dynamics of weeds. Also, producers may gain additional benefits of higher crop yield and increased nitrogen supply with this rotation design.

Effects of band-steaming on microbial activity and abundance in organic farming soil

2010 ◽  
Vol 137 (3-4) ◽  
pp. 223-230 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lars Elsgaard ◽  
Martin Heide Jørgensen ◽  
Susanne Elmholt
Keyword(s):  
Microbial Activity ◽  
Organic Farming ◽  
Farming Soil

Effects on Application Time of Mixed Expeller Cake fertilizer in Organic Farming Soil and Rice Yield

2017 ◽  
Vol 25 (2) ◽  
pp. 475-487 ◽  
Author(s):  
Moon, Young-Hun ◽  
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Ahn, Byung-Koo ◽  
Lee, Gong-Joon ◽  
Seo, Kyoung-Won ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Organic Farming ◽  
Rice Yield ◽  
Application Time ◽  
Farming Soil

Organic Farming

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Theodore J. K. Radovich
Keyword(s):  
Human Health ◽  
Organic Farming ◽  
Rapid Growth ◽  
Soil Health ◽  
Farming Systems ◽  
Long Distance ◽  
Sustainable Food ◽  
Early 21St Century ◽  
Integrated Agriculture ◽  
Organic Products

Organic farming occupies a unique position among the world’s agricultural systems. While not the only available model for sustainable food production, organic farmers and their supporters have been the most vocal advocates for a fully integrated agriculture that recognizes a link between the health of the land, the food it produces, and those that consume it. Advocacy for the biological basis of agriculture and the deliberate restriction or prohibition of many agricultural inputs arose in response to potential and observed negative environmental impacts of new agricultural technologies introduced in the 20th century. A primary focus of organic farming is to enhance soil ecological function by building soil organic matter that in turn enhances the biota that soil health and the health of the agroecosystem depends on. The rapid growth in demand for organic products in the late 20th and early 21st centuries is based on consumer perception that organically grown food is better for the environment and human health. Although there have been some documented trends in chemical quality differences between organic and non-organic products, the meaningful impact of the magnitude of these differences is unclear. There is stronger evidence to suggest that organic systems pose less risk to the environment, particularly with regard to water quality; however, as intensity of management in organic farming increases, the potential risk to the environment is expected to also increase. In the early 21st century there has been much discussion centered on the apparent bifurcation of organic farming into two approaches: “input substitution” and “system redesign.” The former approach is a more recent phenomenon associated with pragmatic considerations of scaling up the size of operations and long distance shipping to take advantage of distant markets. Critics argue that this approach represents a “conventionalization” of organic agriculture that will erode potential benefits of organic farming to the environment, human health, and social welfare. A current challenge of organic farming systems is to reconcile the different views among organic producers regarding issues arising from the rapid growth of organic farming.

scholarly journals Cementing the Organic Farming by Green Manures

2018 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 87-96
Author(s):  
Bishal Bista ◽  
Sagar Dahal
Keyword(s):  
Organic Farming ◽  
Green Manure ◽  
Soil Health ◽  
Biological Properties ◽  
Green Manures ◽  
Chemical Fertilizers ◽  
Toxic Materials ◽  
Physical Chemical ◽  
Soil Available Nutrients ◽  
Modern Era

In this modern era of chemicals, the haphazard use of chemical fertilizers, pesticides, insecticides and weedicide is becoming a great concern. Accumulation and magnification of those toxic materials in soil is degrading soil health and also affects the human health indirectly. Hence, Agriculture is concentrating more towards organic, sustainable and eco-friendly measures of production. Provision of healthy organic products is a great challenge for modern agriculturist (Farmers). Organic farming relies on judicious use of FYM, Compost, Vermicompost, Green manures and several other factors. Green manures are organic sources for amelioration of soil physical, chemical and biological properties. Furthermore, Green manure conserves the soil available nutrients and suppresses the losses incurred due to erosion, leaching etc. Not only that, Green manure inhibits the several disease, pests and weeds.Int. J. Appl. Sci. Biotechnol. Vol 6(2): 87-96 

scholarly journals Metaphysical energy based sustainable yogic farming for enhanced productivity and farmers’ well being: A Review

2020 ◽  
Vol 21 (3) ◽  
pp. First
Author(s):  
Mukul Sain ◽  
Anjali Singh ◽  
Amanpreet Kaur ◽  
Ruchika Zalpouri
Keyword(s):  
Seed Germination ◽  
Plant Growth ◽  
Organic Farming ◽  
Agricultural Research ◽  
Soil Health ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Plant Diseases ◽  
The Sustainable Development ◽  
Enhanced Production ◽  
Unique Method

Ancient farming methods with yogic techniques are reported as the zero budget sustainable method for cultivation, seed germination, plant growth, and harvesting. It increases the crop yield resulting in enhanced production and improved soil fertility. The Brahma Kumaris’ Raja Yoga Meditation (BKRYM) technique revived by Raja Yoga Education and Research Foundation (headquartered at Mount Abu, Rajasthan, India) is scientifically proven not only for an enhanced quality of farm produce but also for the well-being of farmers who practice this meditation. An initiative was taken in the Indian Finance Budget (July 2019) to propose and introduce Zero Budget Natural Farming (ZBNF), which promotes sustainable yogic agriculture. Scientific Research of India, Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), and Union Agricultural Ministry are also promoting this concept of yogic farming, but the farmers and researchers are not much aware of this holistic concept, which needs to be acknowledged and adapted to the specific social-cultural settings. BKRYM based yogic agriculture is a unique method of farming which helps in the sustainable development of the agro-ecosystem. This paper is aimed to explore the various studies, which shows that yogic-farming technique (BKRYM + Organic farming) is much efficient and superior to standard organic farming and chemical-based farming in terms of enhancing seed germination, soil health, plant growth, nutritional values, profitability along with farmers’ well being and reducing plant diseases, fungal and slug attacks and germination time

scholarly journals Organic Farming Research in India: Present Status and Way Forward

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gopinath KA ◽  
Jayalakshmi Mitnala
Keyword(s):  
Organic Farming ◽  
Agricultural Sector ◽  
Dynamic Change ◽  
Soil Health ◽  
Farming Systems ◽  
National Project ◽  
North East ◽  
The Government ◽  
Certified Organic ◽  
Knowledge Intensive

Organic farming is a knowledge intensive system and has been developed by practitioners themselves over the years. Organic farming is native to India. The farmers of ancient India are known to have evolved nature friendly farming systems and practices such as mixed farming, mixed cropping and crop rotation. The first “scientific” approach to organic farming can be quoted back to the Vedas of the “Later Vedic Period”, 1000 BC to 600 BC. There has been significant increase in the area under certified organic farming during the last 10 years. With less than 42,000 ha under certified organic farming during 2003-04, the area under organic farming grew by almost 25 fold, during the next 5 years, to 1.2 million ha during 2008-09. Organic farming is one such system which provides healthy and safe food without ecological harm. Hence, the Government started promoting organic farming through various schemes like National Project on Organic Farming (NPOF), National Horticulture Mission (NHM), Horticulture Mission for North East & Himalayan States (HMNEH), National Project on Management of Soil Health and Fertility (NPMSH&F) and Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY). The interest of several States in promoting organic farming indicates that organic agriculture is being viewed as a precursor to dynamic change for an otherwise stagnant agricultural sector. Despite the initiatives and rapid progress, apprehension about the economic viability and environmental and human health benefits of organic farming continue to bother agricultural researchers and policy makers.

scholarly journals SOIL HEALTH STATUS OF SELECT VILLAGE OF DISTRICT SONIPAT, HARYANA AND WAY FORWARD

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (6) ◽  
pp. 1-9
Author(s):  
Anil Kanaujia ◽  
Samanwita Banerjee ◽  
Suruchi Malik ◽  
Kirti Sharma ◽  
Deepak Tyagi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Soil Health ◽  
Biological Properties ◽  
Cropping Pattern ◽  
Health Index ◽  
Department Of Agriculture ◽  
Health Card ◽  
Fertilizer Recommendations ◽  
Essential Nutrient ◽  
Farming Soil ◽  
Nitrogen Phosphorus

Soil health and fertility are the basis for gaining sustainable profit through higher productivity by the farmers. Using optimal doses of fertilizers and cropping pattern as per the scientific recommendations is the first step towards sustainable farming. Soil organic carbon (SOC) is the most important component in maintaining soil quality because of its role in improving physical, chemical, and biological properties of the soil. Organic matter is an important source of nitrogen, phosphorus and sulfur. Soil Health card is a Government of India's scheme promoted by the Department of Agriculture & Co-operation under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare, apart from giving the health index of soil, will also indicate fertilizer recommendations and soil amendment required for the farm. Under Govt. of Haryana sanctioned Soil Health Card project, ARF carried out the fertility status study of 3000 acres of land of village Baroda Mor, block Mundlana, Tehsil Gohana, Sonipat, Haryana and distribute the cards well before the harvesting of Rabi crop with proper recommendation on dosage of appropriate fertilizer as per deficiency of essential nutrient parameter.

scholarly journals Secondary and Micronutrient Management Practices in Organic Farming- An Overview

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 04-18 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. R. Anand ◽  
H.D Shiva Kumar ◽  
Poojitha Kommireddy ◽  
K.N.Kalyana Murthy
Keyword(s):  
Organic Farming ◽  
Management Practices ◽  
Soil Health ◽  
Cropping System ◽  
Poor Quality ◽  
Soil Productivity ◽  
Nutrient Deficiencies ◽  
Human Beings ◽  
Chemical Fertilizers ◽  
Quality Food

Modern agriculture, no doubt has paved the way for “Green Revolution”, but it has led to the application of heavy doses of chemical fertilizers and pesticides with the sole objective of maximizing the yield. The unbalanced and continuous use of chemical fertilizers in intensive cropping system is causing deterioration of soil health, multi-nutrient deficiencies, low productivity, poor quality and environmental hazards. Poor quality of food and fodder has caused serious health problems and disorders in both animals and human beings. Now, the agriculture research is focused on evolving ecologically sound, biologically sustainable and socio economically viable technologies like organic farming which includes local organic sources of nutrients without using chemical fertilizers and pesticides. Adoption of organic farming minimizes the environmental pollution and maintain long-term soil fertility by improving soil organic matter and essential plant nutrients including secondary and micronutrients. For producing quality food by sustaining the soil productivity and soil health are the challenges before us on one side and minimizing the pressure on non renewable sources or limited available sources on other hand needs immediate attention by all the stakeholders engaged in agriculture. Application of technologies available in organic farming and use of all locally available organic sources particularly on farm biomass which are rich in secondary and micronutrients will meet the twin objective of quality food production and reducing the pressure on non renewable resources.

scholarly journals A review on use of agrochemical in agriculture and need of organic farming in Nepal

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (3) ◽  
pp. 367-372
Author(s):  
Susan Makaju ◽  
Kabita Kurunju
Keyword(s):  
Organic Farming ◽  
Soil Health ◽  
Farming System ◽  
Organic Production ◽  
Climate Mitigation ◽  
Conventional Farming ◽  
Agriculture Policy ◽  
Organic Farming System ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Chemical Pesticides

The growing use of chemical pesticides haphazardly and their harmful influence on ecosystem and human health highlight the necessity for safe and sustainable organic production in our time. The article reviews a general overview of organic farming; the impact of organic farming on soil health and climate mitigation in comparison with conventional farming practice in Nepal. The article identifies the problems and possibilities of organic farming to resuscitate the pesticide-dominated conventional practice in Nepal. Organic farming now has been embedded in the natural agriculture policy in Nepal. Organic farming benefits in terms of environmental protection along with better living health. Various governmental and non-governmental bodies, farmers, and individuals are working to promote organic farming in Nepal. With the increase in awareness of health and environmental concerns, the adoption of organic agriculture and the demand for organic agricultural products is increasing. It holds a great prospect in countries like ours where an integrated crop-livestock system is still prevalent in many parts of the country. As a result, an organic farming system in Nepal must be thoroughly investigated and supported through proper regulations and tactics. It is urged to supplant pesticide-based conventional farming with organic farming that leads towards agricultural sustainability for the upcoming generation.

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