About Lesson
Limitations of organic horticulture
- Lack of adequate supply of organic manures
- It is not sure that the organic manures are free from heavy metals or any other harmful agents
- Inadequate certifying agencies who may certify the product as true organic production technology
- Lack of proper knowledge on in situ recycling of crop residues and wastes
- Lack of location and crop specific organic production technology
- High price and poor purchasing power of major portion of consumers
- In case of severe pests and diseases attack there is no other alternative but to use chemical pesticides
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Conclusion
- Organic horticulture aims at producing fruits, flowers, vegetables under organic culture to make them bio friendly, non-pollutant for better economic and social stability and sustainability
- It also maintains soil health by providing better environment for soil flora and fauna