Common Organic Farming Practices and Techniques

Smart farming employs crop rotation to prevent soil depletion and pest buildup. Rotating crops like corn, legumes, root vegetables, and cover crops breaks pest/nutrient cycles. Companion planting, like the "Three Sisters" (corn, beans, squash), enhances growth via mutual benefits. Natural pest control uses beneficial insects (ladybugs) and physical barriers (row covers). But and neem oil offer targeted, safe pest management. Composting recycles waste into fertiliser, balancing carbon and nitrogen. Vermicomposting uses worms for nutrient-rich castings. Organic fertilisers include fish emulsion, bone meal, and kelp meal. Green manures improve soil. Cover crops like rye and clover protect/enrich the soil. Integrated weed management combines prevention (healthy crops), timely cultivation, mulching, and hand weeding.