{"id":21551,"date":"2023-10-12T14:53:39","date_gmt":"2023-10-12T12:53:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kaeltia.com\/que-es-la-agricultura-ecologica\/"},"modified":"2024-09-06T13:35:25","modified_gmt":"2024-09-06T11:35:25","slug":"what-is-organic-farming","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kaeltia.com\/en\/what-is-organic-farming\/","title":{"rendered":"What is organic farming?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_77 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e1b49dc31bc\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e1b49dc31bc\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/kaeltia.com\/en\/what-is-organic-farming\/#Organic_farming_definition_and_examples\" >Organic farming: definition and examples<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/kaeltia.com\/en\/what-is-organic-farming\/#What_is_agroecology_and_rural_development\" >What is agroecology and rural development?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/kaeltia.com\/en\/what-is-organic-farming\/#Advantages_of_organic_farming\" >Advantages of organic farming<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/kaeltia.com\/en\/what-is-organic-farming\/#Organic_farming_certifications_and_seals\" >Organic farming: certifications and seals<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/kaeltia.com\/en\/what-is-organic-farming\/#The_bridge_to_organic_farming\" >The bridge to organic farming<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>Nowadays, environmental conservation is at the forefront of global conversations and concerns. That&#8217;s why you&#8217;ve probably heard the term <strong>organic farming<\/strong>. In contrast to <strong>conventional agriculture<\/strong>, this farming technique advocates an <strong>organic production<\/strong> method to produce <strong>top-quality food<\/strong> using natural substances and processes. In this post, we explain in detail <strong><em>what organic farming is<\/em><\/strong>, and how it arose.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Organic_farming_definition_and_examples\"><\/span>Organic farming: definition and examples<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Also known as <strong>organic agriculture<\/strong> or <strong>biological agriculture<\/strong>, organic farming is an agricultural system aimed at obtaining products of the highest quality, <strong>respecting the environment<\/strong> and conserving the fertility of the land, by an optimal use of <strong>natural resources<\/strong> and organic farming methods. Below, we share some examples of this type of agriculture, that has become one of the bases for <strong>environment conservation<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Crop rotation.<\/li>\n<li>Selection of disease-resistant plant and animal species adapted to local conditions.<\/li>\n<li>Limited use of synthetic pesticides and fertilisers.<\/li>\n<li>Prohibition of the use of genetically modified organisms (GMOs).<\/li>\n<li>Use of organic fertilisers such as manure to contribute to soil fertility and plant health.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In summary, once we know what organic farming is, we understand that it employs methods that promote the <strong>efficient management of natural resources<\/strong>, eliminating the use of chemical products and genetically modified organisms in the fight against pests. For this reason, at Kaeltia we have developed a <a href=\"https:\/\/kaeltia.com\/en\/regulatory\/\"><strong>Regulatory Affairs service<\/strong><\/a> aimed at researching and developing natural products\/organisms that control pests, and fertilisers and biostimulants that are compatible with organic farming, thus contributing to placing increasingly <strong>safer and environmentally responsible products<\/strong> on the market, all over the world.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_agroecology_and_rural_development\"><\/span>What is agroecology and rural development?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Organic farming was born out of <strong>agroecology<\/strong>, a discipline that studies agriculture from an <strong>ecological and holistic perspective<\/strong>, implementing strategies and systems that are more respectful of the environment.<\/p>\n<p>The pressure to reduce<strong> production costs in the food industry<\/strong> has led to an impoverishment of nature, people and products. In most cases, making food cheaper does not take into account the <strong>environmental and health costs<\/strong>, which are ultimately passed on to taxpayers. In this respect, modern or traditional agriculture often <strong>depletes natural resources<\/strong>, pollutes water, food and air, and destroys ecosystems.<\/p>\n<p>Therefore, a transition to <strong>agroecological practices<\/strong>, such as organic farming, is more productive and resilient to <strong>climate change<\/strong>. Such practices co-evolve with nature and keep a <strong>harmony<\/strong> with the environment, shaping resources in a way that allows for their continuity. <strong>Agroecological farms<\/strong> not only produce food, but are also part of local communities, and also contribute to environment self-regulation and rural development.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Advantages_of_organic_farming\"><\/span>Advantages of organic farming<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Once it is clear what organic farming is, it is also important to understand its <strong>benefits<\/strong>. In this respect, the <strong>profitability of organic farming<\/strong> can sometimes raise questions due to its holistic approach that covers several aspects, from the management of natural resources, to the quality of the products and its contribution to <strong>sustainability<\/strong>. What is certain is that organic farming is a production system that can become a profitable activity as a whole, as it not only has a positive impact on nature, but also on the <strong>workers<\/strong>. Although its main benefit is its commitment to the environment, there are other <strong>major advantages of organic farming<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Seeks to<strong> improve the living conditions<\/strong> of farmers.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Protects the soil<\/strong> against erosion and degradation, thus increasing its fertility.<\/li>\n<li>Guarantees healthier, tastier and <strong>more nutritious food<\/strong> for the present and the future.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reduces greenhouse gas emissions<\/strong>, mitigating the effects of climate change and protecting biodiversity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>According to the European Commission (EC), around <strong>8.5 % of the European Union&#8217;s (EU) agricultural area is dedicated to organic farming<\/strong>, a figure that could rise to 15-18 % by 2030. To boost it further, the EC has an Action Plan for the development of organic production, with which it hopes to raise this figure to 25%.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Organic_farming_certifications_and_seals\"><\/span>Organic farming: certifications and seals<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As important as to understand organic farming, is to know everything related to <strong>certifications and seals<\/strong>. Organic certification guarantees that products have been grown or processed according to <strong>organic farming standards<\/strong>, and that the entire process of growing, processing, packaging and marketing is controlled. To achieve this, all organic operators are inspected at least once a year.<\/p>\n<p>This control covers all stages: from the primary production of an organic product, to its storage, processing, transport, sale and supply to the consumer and &#8211; when appropriate &#8211; labelling, advertising, import, export and subcontracting activities. It should also be noted that the minimum period for <strong>converting a plot of land from conventional to organic farming<\/strong> is two years for annual crops, and three years for perennial crops.<\/p>\n<p>As a distinguishing mark for the <strong>consumer<\/strong>, organic products must be marked with the<strong> EU logo<\/strong> and the code number of the inspection body to which the operator responsible for the organic product belongs, as well as its own brand name and the specific terms of <strong>organic production<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_bridge_to_organic_farming\"><\/span>The bridge to organic farming<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>We have already seen that <strong>organic farming is a production alternative<\/strong> that can benefit everyone in the long run. Not only that, but more and more <strong>consumers are demanding<\/strong> <strong>such products<\/strong> in a critical way, checking and verifying the reliability of the <strong>labels<\/strong> when they buy them.<\/p>\n<p>If you are a <strong>manufacturer<\/strong>, it is very important that you know what is behind each of these labels, which ones are applicable to your production and your <strong>crops<\/strong>, and what demands each country in which you are going to market them. <strong>If you need help to find out and obtain these certifications, Kaeltia can help you<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Let&#8217;s learn more about organic farming, and explore all it has to offer, both for the consumer and the manufacturer\u2026 and, for sure, for the environment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Nowadays, environmental conservation is at the forefront of global conversations and concerns. That&#8217;s why you&#8217;ve probably heard the term organic farming. In contrast to conventional agriculture, this farming technique advocates an organic production method to produce top-quality food using natural substances and processes. In this post, we explain in detail what organic farming is, and how it arose. 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