Organic farmers should farm in a way which is safe to close neighbors. 3. Safety of organic foods must not rely merely on "certification" rules. 4. Organic farming must not abandon concern for ...

Wildlife in rivers is protected. Productivity is lower on organic farms. ADVANTAGES Chemical-free food grown to meet consumer demands. DISADVANTAGES More labour intensive – it takes the farmer ...

In this joint opinion piece, Matthew Dillon, co-CEO of Organic Trade Association, and John Foraker, co-founder and CEO of ...

U. S. producers are exploring certified organic production for its potential to lower input costs, enter into high value markets, and boost farm income. Research into organic farming is in great ...

In the U.S. and Europe, organic farms are generally more profitable because of higher prices and/or lower input costs than conventional farms. In developing countries, the profit margin is greater for ...