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Organic Agriculture's Original Focus
- Organic agriculture origins focused on sustainability and self-sufficiency, not health concerns.
- Founders valued farms as living organisms mimicking natural ecosystems.
Core Principles of Organic Farming
- Organic farming aims to minimize environmental impact while sustaining farming systems.
- It emphasizes enhancing biodiversity, soil quality, and reducing off-farm inputs.
Weed Control in Organic Farming
- Manage weeds without synthetic chemicals using crop rotation, cover crops, and mechanical cultivation.
- Use natural pesticides sparingly to maintain organic standards and reduce chemical exposure.