- Our cognition of organic agriculture
"Organic Agriculture is a production system that sustains the health of soils, ecosystems, and people. It relies on ecological processes, biodiversity and cycles adapted to local conditions, rather than the use of inputs with adverse effects. Organic agriculture combines tradition, innovation, and science to benefit the shared environment, promote fair relationships and good quality of life for all involved."
--- IFOAM General Assembly, 2008
We understand that organic agriculture is the practice of growing, raising, or processing goods using methods that avoid the use of most synthetic pesticides and fertilizers, bioengineering, ionizing radiation, and sewage sludge. These include methods for farmers and processors to preserve natural resources and biodiversity, support animal health and welfare, use only approved materials.
The global boom in fertilizer and pesticide use coincided with the end of World War II and the increased sense of urgency surrounding the need to feed a rapidly expanding global population. The first Green Revolution emerged in response to increasing numbers of underfed and malnourished populations and allowed for the spread of agricultural technologies, such as pesticides and fertilizers, to developing countries. Synthetic chemical inputs of fertilizers and pesticides are generally advantageous in terms of decreasing pests and increasing yields, nevertheless the negative consequences on human and environmental health have encouraged many producers to pursue organic options.
We are one of the earliest Chinese agricultural practitioners who were encouraged when "organic" was introduced into China in the 1990's. Our ginger farm started cooperation with the agricultural expert and the famous ginger specialist-Mr. Lau Tin Hing to actualize organic ginger farming.
Modern organic farming grew in response to concerns about the impact of chemically intensive farming on ecosystem and human health. The economic benefits for farmers converting to organic production systems, however, it may not be visible for several years. This is also related to yield losses that may occur as a result of the transition away from reliance on chemical inputs. Certified organic pesticides and fertilizers are available, but these are typically more expensive, less effective, or require additional labor. During the transition period, we were not certified organic, thus could not benefit from price premiums, and also experienced a decline in yields.
It was not an easy period, but we insisted on organic because of the following aspects:
Organic agriculture sustains and enhances the health of soil, plant, animal, human and planet as one and indivisible.
Organic agriculture is based on living ecological systems and cycles, working with them, emulating them, and helping sustain them.
Organic agriculture builds on relationships that ensure fairness with regard to the common environment and life opportunities.
Organic agriculture is managed in a precautionary and responsible manner to protect the health and well-being of current and future generations and the environment.
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