Support human and environmental communities to ensure plant quality and long-term supply is initiative Proposed through a video by Sustainable Herbs Program (SHP) and plant growers.
Participants indicate that the cultivation of these plants should be built upon healthy and resilient farming communities, To raise awareness of the problems of current agricultural practices and their impact on the soil that ArmbrechtDirector of the Sustainable Herbs Program (SHP).
In addition, he cautions that while there are maximum levels of pesticide residues for herbal products, they do not address the effects of pesticides. agricultural practices conventional throughout the system and that the use of chemical inputs may cause harm to workers’ health.
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Taking care of soil health is a priority
This information was revealed in a video posted by SHP, where, with eg costa rica, Displays Renewable agricultural practices like thalamustillage and intercropping procedures, affecting the strengthening of dormant crops.
These are clear examples of that Take care of the health of the soil of the cropsThe result is: fertility, nutrient-rich crops, carbon sequestration, increased biodiversity, reduced erosion and support for plants that may be affected by disease.
Concern for farmers’ health is one of the proposals for regenerative agriculture. Photo: Freepik.
Armbrecht emphasizes that the priority of video distribution is Highlight voices and initiatives of those who invest in agriculture, So that they not only produce high quality botanical raw materials, but also support the health of the soil and the farming communities that grow and process those herbs.
Improvement practices for agriculture
for him part, Renewed organic A certified (Republic of China) It is a basic scheme for certification in renewable agriculture, focusing on three pillars:
- improving soil health,
- social equality
- Animal welfare
Covering the land with living ground cover, crop rotation, minimal soil disturbance, rotational grazing, adding manure to fields, and banning the use of synthetic fertilizers or pesticides are some of the improvement initiatives.
Another suggestion is to avoid farm migration, Because it could be a big problem for the future of the herbal industry.
Entrepreneurs, farmers and consumers must be involved
companies They can support by paying farmers fair wages, providing long-term contracts, year-round employment, and better quality working conditions that don’t use pesticides.
peasants, Knowing the age of land uses and requiring businesses to operate in decent conditions, with preparation and care.
For this industry to survive, we have to look at the beginning of the supply: treat the farmers well and buy herbs that will actually positively affect people’s health.“comment Allison ChiczogaDirector of Social Impact and Sustainability at Gaia herbs.
And in another place spot, Consumers are connection More importantly, because if they don’t demand sustainably grown food and plants, businesses will follow Trade with what makes the most money and causes the least problems.
The future of renewable agriculture
Certificate He is A necessary tool for knowing the soil quality of the food and plants that are consumed, but industry experts say it takes more than organic certification to meet the scale of today’s human and environmental challenges.
In addition to the fact that currently Just A small portion of agricultural land is approved and does not address in detail the economic hardships of farmers and their communities.
Finally, Armbrecht indicates that the Renewable agriculture It has become more than just a buzzword and trend takers should have the tools to know when these claims are true.
Consumers are the most important link in promoting regenerative agriculture. Photo: Freepik.
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