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Organic agriculture is an ecological production management system that promotes and enhances biodiversity, biological cycles and soil biological activity. It is based on minimal use of off-farm inputs and on management practices that restore, maintain and enhance ecological harmony. (Source: USDA / Photo: Flickr)

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Kathleen Merrigan leaving the USDA

Fri, Mar 15 2013 at 12:31 PM

Agriculture Department's deputy secretary has been a champion of local and organic foods, farm-to-school programs and more.
Ashevillage Urban Farm School prepares for students

Mon, Jan 21 2013 at 9:41 AM

A 30-week Urban Farm School program begins on April 1 at the Ashevillage Institute and Sanctuary in North Carolina.
Cargotecture commingles with carrots at organic farm in Shanghai

Wed, Jan 09 2013 at 3:50 PM

With the goal to be the Disneyland of ecologically sound agriculture, Shanghai's largest organic farm branches out into the hospitality industry. The first step? Constructing a visitors center from over 70 shipping containers.
eFarmony: Connecting landowners with farmers

Mon, Nov 26 2012 at 12:16 PM

Innovative program seeks to match landowners with people who will lease their land for organic farming.
Top 8 agritourism destinations in the world

Thu, Nov 08 2012 at 6:09 PM

Agritourism is one of the fastest growing sectors in the eco-tourism industry. Visitors can relax in a beautiful setting and even gain a deeper understanding of the farming process through education and hands-on experience.
More researchers join effort to control stink bugs organically

Thu, Nov 08 2012 at 1:50 PM

Multi-university project asks how organic farmers can control these pests and protect their crops.
Oxen's upcoming slaughter creates controversy

Wed, Oct 31 2012 at 1:04 AM

Should longtime working farm animals be allowed to live a peaceful retirement, or should they be slaughtered and consumed?
Scarlett Johansson reaffirms farming wish

Fri, Oct 26 2012 at 10:31 AM

Actress Scarlett Johansson once again says she would enjoy being an organic farmer when her Hollywood career is over.
Bhutan aims to be first 100% organic nation

Wed, Oct 03 2012 at 4:41 AM

The tiny Buddhist-majority nation has an unusual approach to economic development, centered on protecting the environment and focusing on mental well-being.
5 reasons to buy organic, despite the Stanford study

Tue, Sep 04 2012 at 7:59 PM

A new study finds that organic food is not nutritionally superior. So is it worth the higher price? I say yes.

MNN - Mother Nature Network

Organic Farming

Articles about Organic Farming

Kathleen Merrigan leaving the USDA

Ashevillage Urban Farm School prepares for students

Cargotecture commingles with carrots at organic farm in Shanghai

eFarmony: Connecting landowners with farmers

Top 8 agritourism destinations in the world

More researchers join effort to control stink bugs organically

Oxen's upcoming slaughter creates controversy

Scarlett Johansson reaffirms farming wish

Bhutan aims to be first 100% organic nation

5 reasons to buy organic, despite the Stanford study

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