Harnessing the Power of Natural Farming in Floriculture: A Blossoming Revolution
Sahil Lohia
Dept. of Seed Science and Technology, Dr. YS Parmar UHFS, Nauni, Solan, Himachal Pradesh (173 230), India
Arushi Garg*
Dept. of Floriculture and Landscaping, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, Punjab (141 004), India
DOI: NIL
Keywords: Bio-formulations, Floriculture, Natural farming, Soil health
Abstract
Natural farming in floriculture revolves around the principles of minimal intervention and reliance on natural processes. It emphasizes soil health, biodiversity conservation and ecosystem resilience. Unlike conventional methods that heavily depend on chemical fertilizers, pesticides and synthetic growth regulators, natural farming embraces practices such as composting, crop rotation, companion planting and biological pest control. As consumer demand for ethically produced and environmentally friendly floral products, the adoption of natural farming in floriculture holds promise for a greener and more sustainable floral industry.
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