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Can Organic Farming End World Hunger?

Saturday May 9, 2009
All farming was organic for thousands of years, but then mankind discovered chemical pesticides and fertilizers and began to believe they were the secret to high crop yields and high profits.

New research confirms organic farming is still best for both farmers and consumers--and may be the only way to end world hunger without harming the planet. Learn more about the pros and cons of organic farming.

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