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The adoption of farming practices which utilize organic and sustainable methods is no longer seen as a choice—it has become a necessity in many parts of the world. While it is an undeniable fact that chemical-based fertilizers and pesticides usher dramatically increased yields, they also degrade the quality of soil and pollute the underground water supply, both with potentially catastrophic long-term effects. We simply cannot continue to employ the traditional agricultural practices that involve exploitation of soil and water. Cover crops are plants which are introduced into fields to organically suppress many types of weeds, repel pests and improve soil quality and fertility. In addition to these benefits, farmers across the globe are recognizing the value of cover crops in increasing annual yields of organic commodities and also the prevention of soil erosion and harmful diseases. Any discussion of the sustainable future of agriculture must include mention of cove...

With the introduction and development of organic farming, each process—from preparing soil to planting and harvesting—has completely changed. Organic farming is a pesticide-free production method, ensuring food safety without compromising on overall quality. Pesticides are chemicals that, when applied to plants, kill potentially-damaging pests such as aphids, rodents, fruit flies, bacteria and more. Organic farming involves the use of a specialized variety of high-yield seeds which do not attract pests and, thus, do not require the use of pesticides. These organic crops do need artificial fertilizers to enhance their growth but this is accomplished without the harmful chemicals used in traditional fertilizers that negatively affect the safety and quality of the crop and soil. High-quality alfalfa , soybean and similar organic seeds have contributed to the rise in popularity of organic farming. Increasingly, farmers are transitioning toward organic farming as a m...