An innovative operation, including a business plan developed with family and partners, will be more attractive to the next generation.
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Being a good boss means offering training, leadership opportunities, fair wages, benefits, good working conditions, and meaningful responsibilities to employees.
What is Sustainable Agriculture Episode 4 Social Sustainability.txt
Mentoring beginning farmers, hosting field days, or engaging in on-farm research helps transfer knowledge and support new farmers.
What is Sustainable Agriculture Episode 4 Social Sustainability.txt
Equity and social justice are critical to a sustainable and just food system, ensuring all farmers have equitable access to land, financing, and technical assistance.
What is Sustainable Agriculture Episode 4 Social Sustainability.txt
Resilient people and communities are essential for putting food on our tables.
What is Sustainable Agriculture Episode 4 Social Sustainability.txt
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Pesticides can lead to pest resistance and disrupt the farm ecosystem by killing non-target beneficial species.
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Ecological pest management strategies aim to increase overall biodiversity, create a healthy crop habitat, dial back disruptive pest controls, and reduce all farm inputs.
What is Sustainable Agriculture Episode 5 Ecological Pest Management.txt
Increasing biodiversity through rotations, cover crops, and flowering species leads to more beneficial insects, lower pest populations, and improved soil health.
What is Sustainable Agriculture Episode 5 Ecological Pest Management.txt
Pesticides should be used as a last resort and with the least toxic tactics, while fertilizers should be matched to crop needs using soil tests.
What is Sustainable Agriculture Episode 5 Ecological Pest Management.txt
A management plan focusing on the health of pastures and rangelands is the foundation of any sustainable animal operation.
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