Question

The methods of organic farming combine the scientific knowledge of ecology and modern technology with the traditional farming practices based on naturally-occurring biological processes. (a) How is organic farming different from conventional agriculture ? (b) Name the field which studies organic farming methods. (c) How is organic farming beneficial and valuable ?

CBSE Class IX Science SA 2 (3 Marks)

Answer 1

a) While conventional agriculture uses synthetic pesticides and water-soluble synthetically-purified fertilizers, organic farming depends on natural pesticides.

(b)          Agro ecology.

Organic farming methods combine scientific knowledge of ecology and modern technology with traditional farming practices based on naturally-occurring biological processes and helps in maintaining balance of ecosystem.