I bless the rains down in Africa

The United Nations Environment Programme released a report today indicating that new evidence suggests that organic practices – derided by some as a Western lifestyle fad – are delivering sharp increases in yields, improvements in the soil and a boost in the income of Africa’s small farmers.

An analysis of 114 projects in 24 African countries found that yields had more than doubled where organic, or near-organic practices had been used. That increase in yield jumped to 128 per cent in east Africa.

“Organic farming can often lead to polarized views,” said Mr Steiner, a former economist. “With some viewing it as a saviour and others as a niche product or something of a luxury… this report suggests it could make a serious contribution to tackling poverty and food insecurity.”

Because the farmers are saving money on fertilizers, pesticides and by not buying GMO seeds, they have money for themselves. They also are using that surplus in income to buy a variation of seed types, which not only allows for sustainable and local practices, but is also benefiting the soil through crop rotation.

All in all… it’s good!

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