"Less pesticides" means to use a smaller amount or reduce the use of chemicals that are used to kill pests and protect crops from diseases and insects.
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New rice varieties that will enable growing of the crop
with less pesticides, less fertilizers and less water have showed yields of 20 - 30 times more than traditional ones under trials on farmers» fields.
Fraley and Van Eenennaam argued that genetically modified food has not shown any acute health issues, is resulting
in less pesticide use and could be a useful tool in solving food security issues.
«By reducing water use, growers also can reduce fertilizer leaching, as well as prevent fungi diseases,
meaning less pesticides,» said Maria Zamora, who conducted the experiment for her master's thesis.
«Organic fruits and vegetables contain
much less pesticides, so I would certainly advise getting those for children,» she says.
Some analysts argue that organic sector expansion that includes large - scale farms with lower costs can make organic food — which has
less pesticide residue and other positive attributes — more affordable for low - income consumers (Johnson, 2013).
Hybrid seed yield more and
require less pesticides (because they carry robust traits for resistance to pests and disease) as compared to open - pollinated seed.
He sees genetic engineering as a tool for environmental protection: crops designed to grow on less land
with less pesticide; new microbes that protect ecosystems against invasive species, produce new fuels and maybe sequester carbon.
What were live issues 30 years ago —
less pesticides, fewer additives, lower meat consumption, more options for people with allergies and intolerances, getting rid of hydrogenated fats and artificial flavours — these have largely been addressed or achieved,» he said.
What were live issues 30 years ago —
less pesticides, fewer additives, lower meat consumption, more options for people with allergies and intolerances, getting rid of hydrogenated fats and artificial flavours — these have largely been addressed or achieved»
A number of comparative studies into the health value of organic foods showed lower nitrate content,
less pesticide residues, and higher levels of vitamin C, phenolic compounds and omega - 3 fatty acids.
It produces higher crop yields and uses
less pesticide to the benefit of the environment.
Lower impact on the soil,
less pesticides, good output, etc..
It would also mean that
less pesticides are required that are dangerous to other species.
Organic farming is better for your health: one study found organic fruits have more antioxidants and
less pesticide residue.
Dogs that raw feed are exposed to
less pesticides and antibiotics than commercially fed dogs (not including all natural commercial dog foods.)
When compared to conventional produce, organic has more antioxidants, fewer toxic metals, and
less pesticide residue.
While buying organic when you can may be better for the health of the planet and its critters, these items at least have
less pesticide residue: