Organic Farming
Last updated: 5/23/2025
Definition
The farming practice that promotes sustainability through natural farming abstaining from any use of synthetic chemicals. It helps maintain soil health and prevent environmental hazards by the use of plant and animal based compost, integration of nature based insecticide and pesticides.
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