Is it safe to say that using organic fertilizers and other organic farming practices are better for the soil and less of a threat to ground and surface water than conventional methods?
“Organic production” can be defined as “a production system that is managed in accordance with the respective organic standards to respond to location specific conditions by integrating cultural, biological, and mechanical practices that foster cycling of resources, promote ecological balance, and conserve biodiversity”. Organic farmers are required to minimize soil erosion, implement crop rotations and prevent contaminations of crops, water or soil by plant and animal nutrients, pathogenic organisms, heavy metals or residues of prohibited substances.
