What is organic farming and how does it promote sustainable development?


Organic farming is an eco-friendly technique of using organic inputs for agricultural purpose. Conventional agriculture uses HYV seeds, pesticides, fertilisers, etc. that are harmful chemicals which adversely affects the health of the consumer, depletes soil, harm livestock and deplete the natural ecosystem. In the long run, this will make the lands barren. Hence, organic farming has been initiated to restore, maintain and enhance the ecological balance which is essential for sustainable development.


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