Health Principle:
It is a principle based on the idea that the health of soil, plants, animals, humans and our planet should be protected and improved. It emphasizes that the health of individuals and species communities cannot be considered separately from the health of the ecosystem they are in. The “health” that is emphasized here is not the absence of disease. Health means the maintenance of physical, spiritual, social and ecological well-being that will ensure the integrity and continuity of living systems. Organic agriculture aims to produce high quality food, especially by paying attention to the protection of health. From this perspective, avoiding the use of fertilizers, pesticides, hormones, drugs and food additives that have negative effects on health is one of the basic principles of organic agriculture.
Ecology Principle:
It is a principle based on the idea that organic agriculture should take into account ecological systems and ecological cycles, be in harmony with them and ensure their continuity. Organic activities should be organized in accordance with local conditions, ecology, culture and value judgments.
Principle of Integrity:
It is a principle based on the idea that organic agriculture should establish relationships that ensure honesty and justice by respecting all the environment and life forms. This principle emphasizes that all parties related to organic agriculture, including growers, employees, operators, distributors, merchants and consumers, should establish relationships based on honest behavior at all levels.
Sensitivity Principle:
It is a principle based on the idea that organic farming should be done responsibly and cautiously, with a focus on protecting the health and well-being of humans and the environment in which they live.
In addition to all these principles, organic farming has 5 basic principles;
Harmony with Nature:
– Production planning in accordance with ecological balance
– Selection of species, varieties, races and breeding stocks suitable for the local ecology
– Protection of wildlife
– The business facility and structure must be suitable for the natural habitat.
Self-sufficiency - Plant production
– Animal production
– Waste and residue management
– Turning to renewable domestic resources in energy supply
Sustainability - Crop rotation
– Protection of soil, water and biodiversity
– Economic production and operation
Health - Avoid bioaccumulation and residues
– Avoiding the use of pesticides and harmful chemicals
– Ensuring animal health and well-being
– Providing organic feed
– Health compliance at every stage from production to consumption
Traceability - Compliance with standards and legislation
– Record keeping
- Control
– Certification
– Accreditation