ORGANIC FARMING AS A MEANS OF SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE PRACTICE IN INDIA

An agriculture growth rate which enable the living things to meet their demand without harming the ecological equilibrium and putting the environment in endangerment is emphasized by sustainable agriculture. Organic farming is one among the several approach of production methods that are supportive of the environment and can meet the objectives of sustainable agriculture. Organic farming is one of the best alternative to avoid the ill effects of chemical farming. According to International Federation of Organic Agriculture Movement (IFOAM), 'organic agriculture' is a production system that sustains the health of soils, eco systems and people. India being rich in bio- diversity and the same time have high fertility status of the soil has vast opportunity to emerge as major supplies of organic products. Indian farmers have traditionally followed the principles of organic farming in their farm activities. Adoption of new technology in traditional farming and awareness among farmers can make them more productive. The study is based on secondary data. The findings of the study are that organic farming is environmentally sustainable and have large scope in India.