Question

Choose the appropriate methods used in organic farming.

• A. Compost and green manure are used
• B. Chemical pesticides are used
• C. Chemical or synthetic fertilizers are used
• D. Crop rotation is practised

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (D)

Crop rotation is practised

Organic farming is where traditional methods are preferred over the modern methods. Chemical and synthetic fertilizers are replaced with compost, animal and green manures. Chemical pesticides and insecticides are avoided and biological pest control is practised. Other traditional methods like crop rotation, intercropping are used.