Which among the following statements is incorrect about organic farming?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → It does not require more labor input.
Let’s analyze each statement about organic farming:
- Yields from organic farming are less in the initial years → True, because soil needs time to build fertility naturally.
- It does not require more labor input → False, organic farming requires more labor for weeding, composting, and pest management.
- Organic produce may have more blemishes and a shorter shelf life → True, since no chemical preservatives or pesticides are used.
- It has limited choice in production of off-season crops → True, because synthetic inputs for off-season production are avoided.