Question

Organic practises in farming reduces use of energy by 45%

Answer 1

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We calculated energy use and greenhouse gas emissions in Dutch organic and conventional farming systems.

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Energy use and greenhouse gas emissions per unit milk in organic dairy are approximately 25% and 5-10% lower than in conventional dairy.

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Energy use per unit crop produce in organic arable farming is 10-30% and in organic vegetable farming 40-50% higher than in its conventional counterpart.

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Greenhouse gas emissions per unit crop produce in organic arable and vegetable farming are 0-15% and 35-40% higher.

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To reduce energy use and greenhouse gas emissions related to food production, choices on food package composition are more relevant than the choice between organic or conventional farming.