ORGANIC FARMING VS BIODYNAMIC FARMING.pptx

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1. ORGANIC FARMING VS BIODYNAMIC FARMING D. VISHVA 2021004134

2. ORGANIC FARMING : Organic farming is a technique, which involves cultivation of plants and rearing of animals in natural ways. This process involves the use of biological materials, avoiding synthetic substances to maintain soil fertility and ecological balance thereby minimizing pollution and wastage. BIO-DYNAMIC FARMING: Bios=life dynamic=energy Bio- dynamic farming is form of alternative agriculture that follows a sustainable ,holistic approach which uses only organic , usually locally – sourced materials for fertilizing and soil conditioning.

3. ORGANIC FARMING BIO-DYNAMIC FARMING It is a scientific approach It is spiritual approach Organic farming relies on natural fertilizers and pest control methods. e.g. compost and manure Bio dynamic farming uses specialized preparations. e.g. preparations made from fermented manure, herbs, and minerals Lunar and astronomical cycles does not taken into account While its takes into account Cow horns may be removed Cows horns are not removed Focuses on soil health, bio diversity, and efficient water use. Emphasizes the spiritual and mystical aspects of farming

4. Organic farming Bio -dynamic farming Mechanical and cultural methods for pests and diseases. Use of natural pest control methods e.g. peppering. Certified by a third party organizations e.g. NPOP, GCS etc,. Certified by organizations like Demeter international. Crop rotation and intercropping can be done Planting and harvesting is done according to lunar and astronomical cycles Father of organic farming is sir albert howard Father of bio- dynamic farming is Rudolf steiner .

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