Question

Explain the economic and ecological importance of organic agriculture/organic farming?

Answer 1

Economic & Ecological Importance of Organic Agriculture: 

• It is a very simple and cheap technique, hence can be adopted by even small farmer.
• Use of biofertilizers increases water holding capacity and aeration of the soil.
• Temperature and pH of the soil are maintained by use of biofertilizers as a result bacteria in the soil remain functional.
• By organic farming, the toxicity of soil is reduced and ecological balance is maintained.
• By use of biofertilizers, we can convert barren land into fertile land. Degradation of the biofertilizers produces organic acids which reduce soil alkalinity.
• It is pollution-free and maintains soil fertility. 
• Soil erosion can be prevented by organic agriculture. 
• The biofertilizers release a balanced amount of nutrients and thus leads to increased fertility of the soil. 
• Soil fertility is maintained for years by organic farming and leads to an increase in yield for a long duration. 
• Cost of crop production is reduced by the use of biofertilizers and ultimately leads to economic profit.