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A Review of Organic Farming for Sustainable Agriculture in India

Nimisha Tiwari, Tirtharaj Roy, Monika Chouhan, Anju, Anil Muniya, Nirjharnee Nandeha

International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · pp. 421–434 · Published 24 Nov 2023

10.9734/ijpss/2023/v35i224150

Abstract

Producing enough food to feed the nation's expanding population has been India's biggest post-independence concern. Therefore, high-yielding cultivars are utilised in conjunction with irrigation water, fertilisers, or pesticides. All agricultural methods that uphold production in a way that is environmentally, socially, and economically sound are united by organic farming. Organic farming combines the following practises to ensure sustainable agriculture: crop rotation; soil-protecting technologies for planned chemical land reclamation; agro-technical methods to protect crops from weeds; preservation of agricultural and biological diversity at farms and its efficient utilisation; stabilisation of agro-landscapes through uniform system of field-protecting forest belts; facilitation of proper use and preservation of water resources; utilisation of renewable resources; harmonious balance between crop and animal production through integrated farming and utilisation of indigenous technical knowledge. Therefore, high-yielding cultivars are utilised in conjunction with irrigation water, fertilisers, or pesticides. This mix of high-yielding production technologies has contributed to soil health, environmental pollution, pesticide toxicity, and sustainable agricultural output, while also helping the nation create a food surplus. All types of certified organic food goods, such as cereals, fruits, oilseeds, honey, tea, spices, coffee, pulses, basmati rice, and their value-added products, are made in India. Cotton, clothing, makeup, functional foods, body care items, and other items of a similar nature are examples of non-edible organic products. India's sustainable agriculture is examined in relation to the production of various organic products and crops. In addition to improving the physical, chemical, and biological qualities of the soil, organic farming gives plants access to macro- and micronutrients.

Environment yield organic farming insect-pest management sustainability

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