Organic Farming Prospects.pdf

The article discusses the prospects for the development of organic farming in the Novosibirsk region, Russia. Organic farming is considered one of the main directions of sustainable development of agriculture, which will become fundamental in the new technological way of the economy. The most favorable area for organic production is the Right-bank part of the Salair ridge, which includes several districts. The soil-ecological index here is 58, indicating favorable soil, ecological, and climatic conditions.

Key points:
- 64% of the Right-bank part of the Salair ridge is occupied by arable land, and crop yields are traditionally higher than in other areas.
- The region's geographical location allows for the export of organic products to Asian countries at higher prices.
- Organic farming is based on three principles: interdependence, diversity, and closed-loop systems.
- Effective organic farming depends on crop selection, crop rotation, modern agrotechnologies, and innovative biological products.
- The main criteria for ecological farming include the use of legumes, soil loosening, and pest control through biological means.

Overall, the article highlights the potential for organic farming in the Novosibirsk region and its benefits for sustainable agriculture and the environment.