Organic farming avoids chemicals and focuses on natural methods for soil and environmental health. Farmers need yearly certification from government agencies or approved bodies to label products as organic.
Organic farming reduces chemical pollution, improves soil, and supports small farmers while offering healthier food choices with fewer pesticides, promoting sustainable agriculture.
Organic farming faces challenges like lower yields, higher labour costs due to manual work, and limited availability of organic produce despite its environmental and health benefits.
Conventional farming uses synthetic inputs and may include GMO seeds. It prioritises soil health without a certification process. Practices like no-till farming reduce soil erosion and emissions.
Conventional farming, due to mechanisation, provides higher yields at lower labour costs. It further offers more affordable produce and ensures wider availability.
Conventional farming poses environmental harm from pesticide and fertiliser chemicals, including soil degradation. It also raises health concerns due to potential pesticide residues in food.