Organic Africa

261. Introduction

Introduction Next to yam, cassava (Manihot esculenta) is a commonly produced tuber crop in Africa. It can be used as food and as a cash crop, feed for animals and as a source of industrial raw mate

262. Increasing income from coffee production

Increasing income from coffee production The first consideration in order to increase income from coffee production is to make significant changes in the way coffee is managed. As discussed in the pr

263. Marketing and organic certification of cotton production

Marketing and organic certification of cotton production Major markets for organic cotton are in industrialized countries. Consumers buy organic cotton because it is produced and processed without us

264. Introduction

Introduction Common Beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) belong to the very large family of Fabaceae (also called Leguminoseae), which includes food plants such as beans, peas, pulses, peanuts and soybeans. Th

265. Marketing and organic certification of bean production

Marketing and organic certification of bean production Organic certification commonly relates to marketing of organically grown products. Organic certification can, however, be costly, especially for

266. Resources and further readings

Resources and further readings Infonet Biovision: www.infonet-biovision.org Organic mango production: strategies and methods. Government of Western Australia. Department of Primary Industries and

267. Marketing and organic certification of mango production

Marketing and organic certification of mango production The decision to certify mango production should be based on the possibility to sell to an organic market. This is because certification comes

268. Post-harvest handling

Post-harvest handling An organic mango orchard may produce its first marketable harvest after 4 to 5 years, depending on the variety and location. The maturity of the fruit is determined by the chang

269. Pest and disease management

Pest and Disease Management In organic farming systems, preventive methods based on proper crop and habitat management are encouraged. Direct methods of control are reserved for emergencies only. Syn

270. Improving soil fertility

Improving soil fertility Farmers need to implement proper management strategies to improve the fertility of the soil in the orchard. The following management strategies for soil protection and weed