Sustainable agriculture takes many forms, but at its core is a rejection of the industrial approach to food production developed during the 20th century. This system, with its reliance on ...

We define sustainable agriculture as utilizing production practices that meet the needs of today, while not compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. Development and ...

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The basic physical, chemical, and biological properties of soils must be considered to maintain sustainable agricultural practices. Through the study of soil science the importance of this ...

DEFINITION: An approach to agriculture which intends to improve soil quality ... limiting the use of artificial pesticides and fertilisers or shifting to rotational grazing. The Sustainable Markets ...

Natural systems are diverse and complex, and sustainable farm operations aim to mirror and nurture that complexity. By oversimplifying the landscape in the name of efficiency, industrial agriculture ...

Today this movement for sustainable agriculture is garnering increasing support and acceptance within our food production systems. Sustainable agriculture integrates three main goals ...