Comparative Analysis of Organic and Inorganic Food

Abstract

Increased use of chemicals, under intensive cultivation has disturbed the harmony existing among soil, plants and animals and human health. The extensive use of chemicals and antibiotics in inorganic food production technology has compelled the health conscious people to explore and support organic farming. The study reveals the fact that the food produced using organic methods taste better and contains a better balance of vitamins and minerals than inorganically grown food. The eating of organic food considerably reduces the heart attacks, strokes, cancer, bowel cancer, and many other diseases. Hence, importance of organic farming has increased due to its environmental friendly methods and growing consumer awareness of food safety. The role of the Government is critical in motivating the farmers switching over from inorganic farming system to organic farming system where organic farming is economically viable in the country. Besides, the government has to take appropriate measures like the separate market for organic products; announcement of support price, creation of demand by more awareness programmes, subsidy for organic inputs producers, subsidies for encouraging organic farmers; certification of farms and increase in investment on research and development activities in organic farming practices.