Contrary to popular belief, organic farming does use pesticides, albeit the lesser-toxic and naturally-derived form of pesticides. The farm needs it to protect its crops from pests. Natural pesticides are believed to be less toxic since they are derived directly from natural sources such as plants. They are not, however, 100% safe as some are […]

If you’ve paid any kind of attention to the goods and products that you buy, you may have noticed a significant hike in the number of products that have been cultivated with organic farming techniques recently. It is no secret that organics is something that plenty of people are taking part in, even on a […]

The reason why people are going with organic farming food products these days is because of the pesticides, insecticides, and other chemicals that can be found in conventionally-grown food. But organic foods are also known to be slightly more expensive than conventionally-grown foods. As such, if you have a limited budget, you can choose the […]

The organic farming industry is one of the largest industries that you can observe in today’s health-conscious world. We are now more concerned about the food that we are putting into our bodies, which means that we are less likely to prefer food that has been made with chemical fertilizers and pesticides.  However, for many […]

Before you start an organic farm, you have to decide on what products to grow. The best question is what your local market needs. What are the foods not available in your current market? That will separate you from the rest of the food producers. Organic farming is more than just about the method itself. […]

It is no secret that organic farming can be quite a challenge to get into. There are so many requirements needed to make sure that your farm meets the requirements for organic certification. The reason why this is so tricky is that organic methods of cultivation rely on natural nutrients to make sure that the […]

If you’re looking to get into organic farming as an industry, you are most likely well-aware of the numerous requirements that are needed just to get your farm to gain the organic certification. It can be a long and resource-intensive process, but it definitely pays off in the end.  One of the most important requirements […]

There is renewed interest in organic foods and organic farming today because of the coronavirus outbreak. People finally understood how important it is to take care of their health. And part of that is by eating healthily and consuming foods the right way. The current health crisis seems to be having an impact on consumer […]

The majority of nations aim for a more sustainable food system by the year 2030. That’s just 10 years from now. The private and public sectors must come and work together to support organic farming and biodiversity if the goals are to be met. In Europe, for example, the European Commission will support the goals […]

In the farming industry, one of the most annoying things that you’re going to have to deal with is the overgrowth of crops. Whether you’re in organic farming or conventional farming, weeds will always be a common problem to deal with.  However, if you’re in the organics industry, you may find that getting rid of […]