Organic farming

Organic farming is an agricultural system based on ecological principles that emphasizes maintaining soil fertility and promoting biodiversity. This methodology generally precludes the use of synthetic chemical fertilizers and pesticides, relying instead on natural inputs such as compost, manure, and crop rotation to manage nutrients and control pests. Core practices include the cultivation of cover crops to prevent erosion, the integration of physical barriers, and the management of biological pest control within the field ecosystem. The focus is on developing a closed-loop system where biological processes—such as nitrogen fixation and decomposition—are utilized to sustain agricultural productivity without external chemical dependency.