Organic farming, or organic agriculture, is a method of raising crops and livestock without the use of sewer sludge fertilizers, synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, genetic engineering, growth hormones, irradiation or antibiotics. Animals are not given hormones to promote growth or antibiotics for any reason. Rather than battling the "pests" in nature, organic agriculture works with nature to encourage long-term soil fertility and promote biodiversity.

•  It promotes biodiversity of the soil and surrounding environment.
•  It ensures that hazardous chemicals will not infiltrate our groundwater.
•  It is energy efficient.

•  It produces crop yields that are equivalent to conventional methods.
•  It is economically beneficial. According to a recent statement from the USDA,
  "Organic food production allows farmers to lower input costs,
  decrease reliance on renewable resources, capture high-value
  markets and premium prices, and boost farm income."

•  It keeps harmful chemicals and preservatives out of our bodies.
•  It is more nutritious because the nutrients, minerals and
  enzymes in the soil are not depleted.
•  Studies suggest that organic food tastes better than conventionally grown food.

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