Organic = the Soilution
Save Our Soils recommends sustainable farming practices, efficient use of water and conservation agriculture as a way to turn the tide.
In organic agriculture, productivity and resilience depend strongly on the quality of the soil. The organic farmer considers soil a living organism. By using crop rotation and compost, organic farmers feed the soil and the soil in turn feeds the plants. Healthy soils means healthy food.
Organic agriculture ensures
- Long-term fertility & productivity
- Enhanced water holding capacity, less erosion, better drought & flood resistance
- Improved carbon sequestration
- Better pest & disease resistance
For scientific back-up, see the following reports: