organic farming Flashcards
what is the Soil Association Organic logo for? [5]
+certified to legal standards
+no genetically modified (GM) ingredients
+higher animal welfare standards
+produce grown or reared without:
-artificial fertilisers/ herbicides/ pesticides on crops
-antibiotics/ growth hormones on livestock
give 3 reasons why people would choose to buy organic food. [3]
-some believe it tastes better
-concern for health and impact to the body of pesticides/ herbicides/ fertilisers and antibiotics/ growth hormones
-concern for environment —> pollution of waterways can lead to negative impact on wild life.
what does locally produced mean? [1]
grown or reared close to where its purchased
what are the advantages of locally produced fruit & veg? [3]
-fresher
-fewer food miles
-reduced carbon footprint
what are the disadvantages of locally produced fruit & veg? [3]
-more expensive
-may not be as much choice
-some people do not like the food being different sizes.
what does import mean? [1]
grown or reared far away from where it is purchased
give 2 examples of imported food.[2]
banana: Colombia –> UK
mango: South Africa –> UK
what does seasonality mean? [1]
the time of year produce is at its best
what produce is at its best in January? [2]
cabbage and kale
what produce is at its best in February? [2]
artichokes and spring greens
what produce is at its best in March? [2]
cauliflower and broccoli
what produce is at its best in April? [2]
spring greens and rhubarb
what produce is at its best in May? [2]
tomatoes and strawberries
what produce is at its best in June? [2]
carrots and strawberries
what produce is at its best in July? [2]
blueberries and raspberries
