Complexities of organic vs sustainable

by Chris

A thoughtful piece on the complex issues surrounding organic-certified crops and farming practices that may be more sustainable even though not “organic”:

Conventional farmers of herbicide-tolerant corn and soybean, are able to use low-till and no-till agriculture, which leaves the topsoil intact and protects it from being removed by wind or rain. Such no-till methods improve water quality and reduce soil erosion. Also, because tractor tilling is minimized, less fuel is consumed and greenhouse gas emissions are reduced.

via Is Organic Food the Answer? : Tomorrow’s Table.

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