sustainable dev and org farming

Question 1

why do we need sustainable dev and org farming

Answer 1

New Agr Tech (NAS) as a result of green rev leads to use of chemicals like fertilizers, pesticides, etc
. resulting in:
1. loss of soil fertility
2. poisoning of soil and water
3. contamination of food
4. destruction of friendly pests and insects
5. damage of eco sys

Question 2

what is sustainable dev

Answer 2

dev which takes place without damaging the env and without compromising the needs of the future gen

Question 3

what is organic farming

Answer 3

whole sys of farming that restores, maintains and enhances eological balance

Question 4

why do we need org farming

Answer 4

. cost efficient, can be picked up by small and marginal farmers
. promotes sustainable dev
. eco friendly

Question 5

benefits of org farming

Answer 5

. low cost of inputs
. increase income since dd is high
. provides nutrition and health
. pesticide free
. employment opp
. maintains natural eco sys

Question 6

drawbacks of org farming

Answer 6

. needs popularisation; not many farmers know abt it
. inadequate infr and mkting
. reluctance of farmers
. shorter shelf life
. less output