ORGANIC FARMING

                    

                Organic farming system in India is not new and is being followed from ancient time. It is a method of farming system which primarily aimed at cultivating the land and raising crops in such a way, as to keep the soil alive and in good health by use of organic wastes (crop, animal and farm wastes, aquatic wastes) and other biological materials along with beneficial microbes (biofertilizers) to release nutrients to crops for increased sustainable production in an eco friendly pollution free environment.

As per the definition of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) study team on organic farming “organic farming is a system which avoids or largely excludes the use of synthetic inputs (such as fertilizers, pesticides, hormones, feed additives etc) and to the maximum extent feasible rely upon crop rotations, crop residues, animal manures, off-farm organic waste, mineral grade rock additives and biological system of nutrient mobilization and plant protection”.

Some of the examples of Organic Farming  in karnataka:

Over the years, Prakash Organics has built its own brand and a niche market in organic food items. It sells over 10 tonnes of organic jaggery a year, apart from cold press turmeric powder and paste, the local scented rice called Belgaum Basmati, unpolished Sona Masuri rice and Soya bean, and some fruits and vegetables.

“The formula behind our success is simple. Adopt organic farming, produce quality products and build your own brand that consumers trust. That is all,’’ explains Prakash Kulkarni, the farmer behind the brand.

Go Native:

 Farm-to-table restaurant Go Native, which has a solar-powered retail-and-dining space in the Jayanagar neighbourhood as well as three other outlets, serves an Indian-focused menu where dishes are rotated depending on the availability of seasonal and local ingredients. Supplies are sourced from local farms around Bangalore that practice environmentally sound farming and fair trade, and grow seasonal, non GMO, pesticide-free veggies and grains. It’s lifestyle store is a treasure trove of sustainable and local brands known for their zero-waste philosophies or organic products. You can get your hands on handmade condiments, pickles and jams, oils and nut butters there; as well as organic personal care products, homeware, clothing and more.