The notion of “organic” with respect to plant culture dates back to 1940, when Lord Northbourne (Walter Ernest Christopher James), a visionary agriculturalist, coined the term “organic farming” in his book Look to the Land. His concept of organicfarming centered on an approach to farming that was ecologically balanced and sustainable.The operative principles of organic pest management in general, and organic food production in particular, stem from landmark legislation passed in 1990 called the“Organic Foods Production Act” (OFPA). This bill created what is known as the National Organic Program (NOP). This program is charged with defining organic farming practices and developing a list of products to be used in the production of organic crops and livestock. Growers adhering to the laws and regulations of the OFPA would enjoy the marketing advantage of products certified as “organic.”
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