In today s health conscious society, there is increasing demand for organically produced commodities.
Organic produce commands a higher price than non-organic produce.
The premium for the organic commodities typically runs from thirty percent higher to as much as double the going rate for regular produce. Organic farming can be an aspect of a large conventional farming enterprise or it can present an economically viable niche for the small producer or family farmer. Steffen, et al. My experiment was similar to the research conducted by Steffen and his associates in that both studies used organic soil building amendments to improve rooting environment and provide fertility. Also, the pesticides used in Steffen's research differed markedly from mine.