In order to clarify my point, I'd like to use a word picture. If you
have a circle that represents sustainability, organics would be a
smaller circle within that circle. The smaller organic circle would be
partially outside the bigger sustainable circle representing that not
all components of organic agriculture are sustainable. The organic
circle would not be in the "center" of the sustainable circle as I see
it. Having said that, my own "Permanent Cover Cropping System" would be
partly outside the sustainable circle as well representing that my
system is not the pinnicle of sustainability. Matter of fact I don't
think "any" system would be completly inside the sustainable circle let
along in the center. The closest system I can think of that might be in
the center of the circle is if we all foraged for our own food, which I
don't think is a viable option at this point.
I offer this in the spirit of partnership so sustainable agriculture
remains credible.
-- Steve Groff"Enhancing the Environment" http://www.cedarmeadowfarm.com/ Cedar Meadow Farm 679 Hilldale Road Holtwood, PA 17532 USA
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