Main areas

1.  Organic farming
2.  Bio dynamic farming
3. Intensive agriculture systems

1.Organic Farming

1.1.What is organic farming?

This is a production system, which excludes the use of synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, growth regulators and livestock feed additives.

This system uses the biological pest control methods and mechanical cultivation methods in order to maintain soil productivity and tilth , to supply plant nutrients and to control insects , weeds and other pests.

1.2.Importance of organic farming

·        Maintain the sustainability of the environment

·        Minimal impact on environment

·        Economically viable

·        Healthy product with good quality

1.3.Organic farming system comprises with,

·     Nutrients gaining from- Crop residues, Animal  manures, Legumes, Green manures ,Off farm organic wastes

·        Biological pest control methods

·        Mechanical cultivation methods

·        Crop rotations

·        Bio dynamic agriculture

1.4.Organic farming mainly deals with four concepts

The principle of  health-

Organic agriculture sustain and enhance the health of soil, plants, animals and  humans ensuring the fact that the healthy soils produce healthy crops which foster the health of animals and people.

The principle of  ecology-

Organic farming systems deals with the living and non-living organisms in the soil.

The principle of fairness-

Fairness is rich with equity, respect and justice of the shared world, both among people and in their relations to other living beings.

The principle of care-

Organic agriculture should be managed in a precautionary and responsible manner to ensure the safety of (health and well being) current and future generations as well as the environment.

1.5Organic farming for your home garden

1.  Bio gas system
2. Compost pit