Organic farming
Language: English Series: Agricultural Digest ; (21) July 1988, 7-10(3)Publication details: 1988Subject(s): Summary: In light of the trend to diversification by farmers, this article considers the viability of organic farming as an additional enterprise. Examines the economics, the type of crops grown, the present and potential market for organic crops and existing standards for organic growing. Explains how a farmer can diversify into organic growing, the capital required, the effect on land values and the beneficial effect of organic farming on soil fertility.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Journal article | London Journal article | ABS39492 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 17138-1001 |
In light of the trend to diversification by farmers, this article considers the viability of organic farming as an additional enterprise. Examines the economics, the type of crops grown, the present and potential market for organic crops and existing standards for organic growing. Explains how a farmer can diversify into organic growing, the capital required, the effect on land values and the beneficial effect of organic farming on soil fertility.