{"id":7001,"date":"2022-05-11T11:49:51","date_gmt":"2022-05-11T11:49:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fervalle.com\/biodynamic-agriculture\/"},"modified":"2022-10-20T08:42:40","modified_gmt":"2022-10-20T08:42:40","slug":"biodynamic-agriculture","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fervalle.com\/en\/biodynamic-agriculture\/","title":{"rendered":"Biodynamic agriculture"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Biodynamic Agriculture. Organic farming method.<\/strong><\/span><\/h1>\r\n

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More and more people are looking for healthy food, respectful of the environment and free of chemical residues. Biodynamic agriculture is a type of agriculture that meets these demands.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Biodynamic foods therefore come from a type of alternative agriculture, characterized by the sole use of natural fertilisers. In addition, to carry out the cultivation work, it is governed by a calendar based on the position of the sun and the moon.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

What does biodynamics study? What does the word biodynamic mean?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\r\n

Biodynamics is the part of physiology that studies the active vital phenomena of organisms.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

The adjective “biodynamic” is made up of the Greek words “bios” which means life and “dynamis” which means strength.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

What is biodynamic agriculture?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\r\n

Biodynamic agriculture is a type of agriculture that works with the forces that give life to the earth. Those who practice biodynamic agriculture affirm that through holistic knowledge (consideration of something as a whole) it is possible to determine the best time to sow and harvest crops, thus achieving better quality plants and fruits.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

The principles of biodynamic agriculture are based on the philosophy of Rudolf Steiner (1861 \u2013 1925), an Austrian philosopher recognized as the founder of this kind of agriculture. They are based on the use of plant or animal substances under esoteric precepts (beliefs not proven by the scientific community), such as the phases of the moon or the alignment of the planets, to carry out work in the field.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Biodynamic agriculture has many critics, however, its effectiveness generates a lot of interest for what is one of the most studied economic activities. By using only natural agricultural techniques, avoiding the use of chemical substances, the ecological benefits of this kind of agriculture are unquestionable. That is why biodynamic agriculture has an advantage over traditional agriculture.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

How is biodynamic agriculture carried out?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\r\n

Biodynamic agriculture is a type of agriculture that is characterized by using nature’s own resources responsibly, avoiding the use of chemical substances, fertilizers, pesticides and artificial and toxic compounds. However, its main characteristic is based on the relationship between the human being and the earth as a being with its own life.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

The earth, plants, animals and man are considered as a whole that must work in harmony. Each of these elements is connected to each other receiving the influence of natural forces, the sun and the moon.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

The biodynamic method seeks the predominance of natural vital forces, such as soil fertility or the beneficial properties of many natural products. What is intended to achieve is an agriculture based on diversification, recycling, the exclusion of chemical products and decentralized production.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

The main objective of biodynamic agriculture is, therefore, to achieve local production, distribution and sale of food, and to replace the current globalized and industrial production.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Basic principles of biodynamic agriculture<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\r\n

The basic points of biodynamic agriculture are:<\/span><\/p>\r\n

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  1. The farm is understood as a self-sufficient organism. Agriculture and livestock are combined to take advantage of all the possibilities that both offer and maintain themselves without the need for external products.<\/span><\/li>\r\n
  2. Using biodynamic formulations, designed to provide “life” to the soil. They are made up of concentrated manure, compost and other substances of vegetable, animal and mineral origin.<\/span><\/li>\r\n
  3. These preparations seek to provide energy to the soil and enrich it through the proliferation of beneficial microorganisms, the application of trace elements and the support of natural enemies against certain pests and diseases. <\/span><\/li>\r\n
  4. Following biodynamic calendars to determine the times of sowing, planting or harvesting. This calendar is governed by astrological rhythms and constellations and with it the most favorable days and times for these tasks are specified.<\/span><\/li>\r\n
  5. Selection of seeds according to different criteria such as: biological capacity, resistance to pests, adaptability to different types of soil and climatological adaptation. Normally, native varieties are chosen.<\/span><\/li>\r\n
  6. Protecting biodiversity, take advantage of natural resources and encourage recycling.<\/span><\/li>\r\n
  7. Practicing crop rotation, apply green fertilizers and practice the association of different herbaceous species.<\/span><\/li>\r\n
  8. Working the land in order to make it more receptive to cosmic energies.<\/span><\/li>\r\n
  9. Promoting crop growth by applying organic fertilizers to the soil.<\/span><\/li>\r\n
  10. Restriction of any use of chemical synthesis products, neither fertilizers nor pesticides.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n

    Why is biodynamic agriculture important?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\r\n

    Biodynamic agriculture has many benefits, such as:<\/span><\/p>\r\n