ORGANIC FARMING AS A MECHANISM FOR SUSTAINABLE FOOD PRODUCTION
Abstract
In recent years, agriculture has caused a number of negative consequences for the environment, negatively affecting the current state of ecosystems. Agriculture is one of the industries that pollutes the environment the most. As a result of growing crops, a large number of polluting chemicals enter the environment, which have a destructive effect on natural ecosystems. Therefore, organic farming is currently being developed, which is designed to reduce the negative impact of the agricultural industry on the environment and ensure sustainable food production. Therefore, the purpose of the article was to conduct a detailed analysis of organic farming as a key mechanism for ensuring sustainable food production. The study is based on the analysis of scientific sources, regulatory legal acts, statistical data and the experience of agricultural enterprises. First, the essence of organic farming as a leading trend in the development of agriculture at the present stage was analyzed. Historical aspects of the development of organic farming were established. Key differences of organic farming were identified. Its main features as an important component of modern agriculture have been identified. Based on the analysis of statistical data, it has been determined that the current state of organic farming in Ukraine is negative, as this industry is underdeveloped. Key trends in the development of organic farming at the current stage have been identified. The leading features of organic farming as an important component of sustainable food production have been identified. The findings obtained through the comprehensive analysis underscore that organic farming represents a fundamental component of contemporary agricultural systems and serves as a cornerstone for the advancement of sustainable food production practices. Organic farming is not merely an alternative but a strategic approach to addressing critical challenges in environmental preservation, soil fertility, and biodiversity conservation, which are integral to the resilience of agricultural ecosystems. In the context of Ukraine, addressing current obstacles, including regulatory gaps, insufficient infrastructure, and limited public awareness regarding the benefits of organic farming, holds paramount importance for fostering its progressive development.
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