2. Organic Gardening
The definition of organic
gardening is gardening without synthetic
fertilizers and pesticides. It is also a
philosophy of gardening that supports the
health of the whole system.
3. Understand the importance of organic farming and
gardening
• It aims to produce food while balancing the ecology to
conserve soil fertility and to prevent pest problems.
• In regular farming, synthetic fertilizers and pesticides are
used, causing groundwater pollution. But in organic
farming, organic fertilizers are used. This enhances the soil
structure and water infiltration too.
• Organic farming reduces non-renewable energy use as
well as the greenhouse effect and global warming.
4. Growth mechanism of organic vegetation
The organic compost/manure is made and then it’s
scattered on the ground. Then it is absorbed by the
ground. Oxidative decomposition takes place within
the ground and then mineralization takes place, in
which the minerals are released. This is how plants
get healthy nutrients, how we stay alive, and this is
how we can reduce problems associated with the
weather and natural resources.
5. Composting and preparing of organic
manure
Compost can be prepared from a wide range of
organic materials including dead plant material
(forest litter, crop residues, weeds etc). Compost
making is an efficient way in converting all kinds of
biomass into high value fertilizer that serves as a
good alternative to farmyard manure.
6. Ways to conserve the environment
• Use a compost bin as this helps to recycle food
waste and biodegradable material.
• When going shopping, make it a habit to use your
own eco-bags.
• Try carpooling to work, events, errands and school.
• Reduce emissions from car by walking or cycling.
• Try using public transport for everyday travel.
7. How organic agriculture helps in reducing
global warming
Organic agriculture relies on the techniques such as
crop rotation, green manure, compost, and biological
pest control. These techniques are eco-friendly, as no
chemicals are used in them, which contribute to the
increase in temperature causing global warming. And
also, no carbon is produced.
8. The benefits of organic gardening
• It helps to protect our families from toxic pesticide residues
commonly found on fruit and veggie skins.
• Organically grown food is significantly higher in the essential
vitamins and nutrients that our body uses in it’s defense
against cancer.
• This is also a way in which we can exercise and feel relaxed
too.
