When it comes to the debate on whether farmers should go organic or not, there are amazing arguments on both sides. Some people argue that organic farming is better for the environment because it avoids the use of synthetic pesticides and fertilizers. It also promotes biodiversity and reduces soil erosion. On the other hand, some argue that conventional farming methods can produce higher yields, which is important for feeding a growing population. They also point out that organic farming can be more expensive and may not be as efficient regarding resource use. So, it depends on the priorities and values of each farmer and consumer.
Ultimately, the decision to go organic or not is a personal one for farmers. Some may go organic to align with their environmental values and cater to a specific market demand for organic products. Others may opt for conventional farming methods to maximize yields and meet the needs of a larger market. Both approaches have their pros and cons, and it's important to consider the specific context and goals of each farmer.
Personally, I think that farmers should not do organic farming for crops such as corn soybeans, edible black beans, wheat, and other highly-produced crop. For this reason being it is harder to harvest a good crop when the field has more weeds and bugs in it than a good crop. Also, it is hard for the equipment to harvest crops with green wet weeds when trying to combine dry crops. But for fruits and vegetables, I think organic farming would be a safer option because we would not be consuming those chemicals.
cites
https://news.climate.columbia.edu/2019/10/22/organic-food-better-environment/
https://rodaleinstitute.org/why-organic/organic-basics/organic-vs-conventional/
Questions
do you think farmers should go organic
do you think it is safe for humans to consume these chemicals sprayed on crops
what should farmers do to keep weeds from growing but go organic
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I think organic farmers would help the planet polution wise but for resorses not so much. If farmers go organic there would be a lot less polution in the air and lakes, rivers, and oceans wich is good but there would also be less food produced witch would hurt the economy. So maybe we could keep doing what we are doing till thers are some better way of producing crops.
I agree the economy would not be able to handle less crops produced.
I do not think that farmers should go organic, i do believe that the chemicals sparyed on crops are not harmful to humans because if they were it would be known. But there will also be a person or and inventstion that finds a more organic way to keep weeds out of the farmers fields.
I agree the chemicals have not caused a threat as of now.
I don't think farmers should go organic because the amount of crops produced would dramatically decrease. The price of feeding animals would increase, and it would hurt the economy dramatically. I think that going organic is a bad idea for farmers, but there is definetly a market for organic foods.
We would not be able to produce near as much crops because the yield would get worse every year.
I think that farmers should not plant organic crops. Just because the soil is untouched by chemicals and fertilizers does not mean that their yield is good. Without modern-day fertilizers, many animals eat the crops, and their crops would not be able to survive a large group of animals eating all of the crops. Non-Organic crops can also benefit the soil making it more fertile, making better growing conditions.
I agree as of right now things have been working good and people are healthy.
I think that the farmers should be able to decide if they choose to go organic or not. I however do think it is much better for us to eat healther food then stuff packed with chemicals. Although organic farming can be much more difficult if it is something some people are intersted in trying why not try it if it benifts the farmer and the consumer.
I agree if farmers want to they can but if they don't they shouldn't have to.
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