SlideServe
Télécharger Obtenir Pro
Menu
Accueil Pro
Préférences
ApparenceLight Aide et commentaires
© SlideServe · v2026

Embracing Organic Agriculture for Sustainable Farming at Abbe Hills Farm

kaleb avatar
kaleb
48 diapositives · 612 Views · Jul 31, 2014

At Abbe Hills Farm, we prioritize organic agriculture that leverages biological processes to enhance soil health, reduce pest pressures, and promote biodiversity. Our practices mimic natural ecosystems, ensuring the well-being of animals and no use of antibiotics or hormones. We utilize compost, crop rotations, and organic pest management methods that lead to more nutritious food while minimizing environmental impact. Though organic farming poses challenges, the long-term benefits for soil health and sustainability outweigh the initial risks. Join us in promoting a greener future!

Embracing Organic Agriculture for Sustainable Farming at Abbe Hills Farm - slide 1
01 / 48Embracing Organic Agriculture for Sustainable Farming at Abbe Hills Farm
1 / 17

Télécharger la présentation

Embracing Organic Agriculture for Sustainable Farming at Abbe Hills Farm
Une image / un lien ci-dessous est fourni (tel quel) pour télécharger la présentation

Politique de téléchargement : le contenu du site vous est fourni TEL QUEL pour votre information et votre usage personnel ; il ne peut être vendu, concédé sous licence ni partagé sur d’autres sites sans l’accord de son auteur.Le contenu vous est fourni TEL QUEL, pour votre information et votre usage personnel uniquement. Téléchargez la présentation en cliquant sur ce lien. Lors du téléchargement, si vous ne parvenez pas à télécharger une présentation, l’éditeur a peut-être supprimé le fichier de son serveur.Pendant le téléchargement, si vous ne parvenez pas à obtenir une présentation, le fichier a peut-être été supprimé par l’éditeur.

F I N

Plus de contenu associé

Transcription de la présentation

  1. Laura KrouseAbbe Hills FarmMt. Vernonwww.abbehills.comlaura@abbehills.com

  2. Organic agriculture Management that takes advantage of biological processes make nutrients available reduce pest pressure conserve biodiversity

  3. Organic agriculture mimics the natural ecosystem

  4. Improve and maintain soil health Increase biological diversity (especially in soil food web)

  5. Organic is not the same as “Natural” “Ecofriendly” “Green” “Sustainably Produced” “Free Range”

  6. Fertility from Rocks Manure and compost Legumes (green manure)

  7. Manage for animal health and efficient growth No antibiotics No hormones, steroids, or growth promoters

  8. Animals have access to outside No CAFOs

  9. Depend on traditional breeding No genetic engineering

  10. Manage pest populations Encourage natural enemies Remove pests mechanically Organic sources for pesticides

  11. Use crop rotation C-OM-M-G vs C-SB

  12. Minimize soil erosion, improve water quality, decrease stormwater runoff Cultural practices Physical practices

  13. What are the benefits of organic agriculture?

  14. Equivalent overall yields on well managed organic farms Use 1/3 less fuel Less carbon dioxide produced

  15. No pesticides to run off or drift

  16. Nitrogen is locked up in organic matter in the soil Less likely to leach away

  17. Soil organic matter traps carbon and keeps it out of the atmosphere

  18. Soil organic matter holds water Decrease drought risk Decrease runoff Decrease flooding

  19. More biodiversity in soil food web and at the surface

  20. No pesticide residues on or in our food

  21. More nutritious food (maybe)

  22. So why doesn’t everybody farm organically? It’s hard Takes time Risk is great at the beginning Knowledge is almost lost Neighbors will talk about you

  23. Rodale Institute Farming Systems Trial Summary of 30 years of research comparing organic and conventional cropping systems http://www.rodaleinstitute.org/fst30years

  24. See you on Thursday

  25. Laura KrouseAbbe Hills FarmMt. Vernonwww.abbehills.comlaura@abbehills.com