is a combination of practices used in order to protect or reduced the degradation of soils. In order for conservation to happen, the soils must be treated as a living ecosystem by which the process of returning the organic matter to the soil on a continual basis is conducted. Organic matter provides good soil structure and water holding capacity, promotes water infiltration and protects the soil from erosion and compaction. Types of conservation being practised in Asia • Conservation tillage and
know that means choosing plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean protein. But as you wander the aisles of the grocery store, you realize there's another choice to make: Should you buy organic? What does organic even mean? Simply stated, organic farms cannot use pesticides, synthetic fertilizers, sewage sludge (yes, human sewage is used on conventional food), genetically modified organisms (GMOs), or ionizing radiation, and must help maintain or improve soil quality. Animals that produce
In recent years, the phenomenon of using Organic Food and GM Food has aroused public concern. To understand the point of the issue, it is essential to analyze Organic food and GM food from different aspect. In this article, I am going to identify the major argument of two perspectives, also the intellectual differences of and inter-connectedness of the two disciplinary perspectives. It is necessary to analyze what are Organic Food and GM Food first. Organic foods are those produced in rich, fertile
color, and texture of foods. While true, people argue that Organic foods are healthier and more beneficial to the human body and the planet than GMOs. Organic foods are described to be grown in gardens, unprocessed, and unrefined. The downside of natural foods is that they have a shorter shelf life than processed foods. These foods are authentically flavorful, have vibrant colors, and have rich textures. The topic of GMO versus Organic Food is alluring to me and needs to be talked about. With the
larger farms, and greater contact with extension workers, were more likely to adopt and develop organic farming methods on their farms, grounded in their knowledge of OF systems, market costs and dynamics, and the environmental benefits to the farm. Additionally, the statistical test showed that the NOF interviewees who had more rice farming experiences tended to have positive attitudes towards applying organic rice farming on their farms, especially when considering advantageous marketing and rice production
better, organic food or genetically modified organisms (hereafter referred to as GMO’s)? Despite the popularity, GMO’s have been picking up pace because of their versatile properties, the disadvantages supersede the advantages and even though organic food production/cultivating isn't without its downsides, it is proven to be less detrimental to human health and the environment in the long term. In this paper, I will compare and contrast the drawbacks and benefits of using both purely organic and genetically
flavor, color, and texture of foods. While true, people argue that Organic foods are healthier and more beneficial to the human body and the planet than GMOs. Organic foods are described to be grown in gardens, unprocessed, and unrefined. The downside of natural foods is that they have a shorter shelf life than processed foods. These foods are authentically flavorful, have vibrant colors, and have rich textures.
important element on which life depends. It is categorized as a macronutrient because of the relatively large amounts of P required by plants. Phosphorus is one of the nutrients generally added to soils in fertilizers. One of the main roles of P in living organisms is to transfer energy. Organic compounds that contain P are used to transfer energy from one reaction to drive another reaction within cells. Adequate P availability for plants stimulates early plant growth and fastens maturity. (Lowell
When the snow finally melts, you probably can't wait for your lawn to come back to life. Caring for your lawn properly in the spring can mean the difference between lush growth and a spotty appearance with weeds and bare spots. Here are a few things you can do to prepare your lawn for a new season of healthy growth. Dethatch Thatch is a layer of organic material that builds up on your lawn. It causes water to run off and it can keep nutrients from reaching the roots. It's also good cover for insects
Nitrogen acts as a fertilizer for aquatic plant life and enters the water through runoff fertilizer, animal waste, and organic matter decomposing. High nitrate levels can affect the blood’s ability to carry oxygen, which can be dangerous. Water high in nitrate is not considered safe for drinking. Drinkable water would have nitrate levels below 4 ppm. Based on the results of the lab, the nitrate level on the hill was 5 ppm and less than 4 ppm by the dam. This indicates unpolluted water by the