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Organic food production is a natural.Buying organic food is one way we can leave a better world to future generations. Organic refers to the way food is grown and processed. It is an ecological system that relies on healthy rich soil to produce plants that resist pests and diseases. Organic food is grown without the use of toxic and persistent chemicals in favor of cutting-edge practices that work with nature, instead of against it, such as crop rotation, cover crop planting, beneficial insect release, and composting. Growing organic food can be catalyst for rural economic development by offering an alternative market where small farmers can receive a premium for their crops. Pesticide use in the U.S. has increased ten-fold from 1945 to 1989, yet total crop loss from pests nearly doubled in that period from 7% to 13%. By refraining from using toxic chemicals, organic farmers may contribute to the survival of populations of songbirds, bees, fish, bald eagles, wetlands species, and many other species that have been hurt by chemicals in the environment. Since organic practices prohibit the use of toxic and persistent chemicals, there is no risk of pesticide-contaminated water sources. Organic is one of the fastest growing trends in the food industry. With annual sales of about $6.6 billion, and growth rates of at least 20% annually throughout the 1990's, there's no slow down in sight. As more companies produce it and more stores sell it, buying organic food is becoming one of the easiest and most valuable things we can do to reduce the impact that food has on our world. |
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