CRATER: A Research Foundation

Many organic farmers view their production methods as a means to work with nature and help maintain an ecosystem that is healthy and sustainable. Synthetic pesticides used on conventional farms are harmful to native species and may cause health problems. Organic farmers use natural methods for pest management, like pheromones that interfere with insect mating cycles. Biological fertilizers are also used on organic farms, which helps to prevent the leaching of nitrates into the groundwater. Some organic farmers use pheromones to disrupt pest mating cycles, mechanical controls such as trapping, and the application of organic pesticides when other methods fail. The principles of organic agriculture (IFOAM) are the basis for certifying an organic farm. There are a number of requirements for a farm to be certified. These include maintaining natural resources, supporting animal welfare, and using approved materials. Certification agencies verify that farms adhere to the principles of organic...

 The benefits of sustainable farming go beyond protecting the environment. The use of organic methods helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution. Organic farming practices also care for farm animals, which are the original source of fertilizer and pollination. They work to benefit nature, improve biodiversity, and preserve soil health. Here are some examples of some of the best practices: Less reliance on synthetic pesticides Farmers use pesticides to ensure that their crops are safe and high-quality. They also lower the cost of producing food and animal feed. The effectiveness of pesticides depends on their ability to protect crops from harmful pests and diseases. A recent study found that without the use of fungicides and pesticides, yields of most fruit and vegetable crops would decrease by 50 to 90 percent. The use of pesticides is also responsible for reducing exposure to food-borne diseases and illnesses. Developing a sustainable farming system that combines var...

 We all know that we need to reduce the amount of waste that we generate and that a sustainable future depends on it. But, regenerative farming practices are helping us to do more than just reduce our carbon footprint. They can also help us improve our soil quality, increase crop yields, improve water retention, and even improve the taste. Regenerative farming practices can bring about significant environmental, economic, and social benefits, and they are becoming more common in the farming industry every day.  The world’s leading researchers in regenerative farming have identified the most promising regenerative farming practices for increasing food production in a warming world. Scientists, from leading institutions around the world, discovered a two-year research project to find the most effective ways to increase crop yields in the face of rising temperatures and changing rainfall. The results, published in the journal Nature, show that the most promising practices for th...