Advocates in Kashmir and Ohio
We don't ordinarily look to Kashmir for advances in organic agriculture. Nevertheless, on August 26, 2013, the Government of India began a 5-day training program in organic farming leading to Certification & Internal Control System Management.
The program in Srinagar was organized by the Ministry of Agriculture, Government of India, in collaboration with the Joint Directorate of Agriculture (ext) Kashmir at Lalmandi Srinigar.
Why Organic?
Why you ask? For the sake of the 22 officers participating in the program, the Director of Agriculture Kashmir explained that excessive use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides has polluted the environment and that soil health has deteriorated:
In view of the threats imposed by synthetic chemicals, the Government of India has launched an organic farming program. . . This 5-day training program will be of significant importance .
A Joint Director Agriculture Extension added, that organic farming has a number of benefits for the farmers including sustainability of agriculture, reduction in the input cost, and is eco-friendly. He encouraged officers to popularize and implement organic farming among the farming community.
Meanwhile Back in Ohio
An investor back in Ohio begins to push the idea that investors can make money investing in organic enterprises. Philippe van den Bossche, an impact entrepreneur and investor, Chairman and Owner of Advancing Eco Agriculture (AEA), in Middlefield, Ohio, in a statement released August 27, 2013, says:
As the popularity of organic farming increases, awareness of the benefits of organic diets has become more prevalent. This has encouraged many investors to take interest. With the right financial backing, the organic farming sector will continue on its current rise.
Positive Signs of Change Around the World
We can Only Hope for More!
* * *
No comments:
Post a Comment