Question

    What is the requirement for nutrient management in

    organic farming?
    A Non-synthetic mineral fertilizers should be the primary source of nutrients. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Human excreta-containing manures are allowed. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Biodegradable material of microbial, plant or animal origin can be used as source of nutrient. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Mineral fertilizers can be chemically treated to make them more soluble. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    •             Biodegradable material of microbial, plant or animal origin produced on organic farms can be used as source of nutrient. •             Non synthetic mineral fertilisers and brought-in bio fertilisers (biological origin) shall be regarded as supplementary. •             Mineral fertilizers shall only be used in a supplementary role  to carbon based materials. Mineral fertilisers shall be applied in their natural composition  and shall not be rendered more soluble by chemical treatment. •             Manures containing human excreta (faeces and urine) are prohibited.

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