Solution Center for Nutrient Management
Solution Center for Nutrient Management
Solution Center for Nutrient Management
University of California
Solution Center for Nutrient Management

Nutrient Management Research Database

General Information

Research Title

Productivity of Organic Cropping Systems

Research Specifications

Crop:
Soil Type:
Country: United States
Year: 2003

Authors

T.W. Bruulsema, D.W. Dibb, H.F. Reetz, Jr., and P.E. Fixen

Summary/Abstract from Original Source

The  productivity  of  organic cropping  systems  is  considerably  lower  than  that  of conventional  or  integrated cropping    systems.    Their lower   productivity   implies that  their  widespread  adoption could potentially lead to less  land  available  for  non-farm  uses  such  as  wildlife habitat,    greater  negative impacts on the environment, and reduced sustainability.

Research Highlights

Design and Methods

Results

Other Considerations

This brief paper outlines some of the issues facing sustainable application of organic farming practices.

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