This topic covers fundamental differences between organic and conventional farming as well as accepted principles and practices in organic farming.

This topic highlights the key steps to a successful organic transition, soil quality, and fertility management for organic farming.

This topic covers Integrated Pest Management (IPM), the use of biological controls, the use of botanicals and plant extracts, the use of mechanical and physical controls, the use of approved organic certified insecticides and fungicides as well as prevention practices and monitoring.

This topic provides an overview of the composting process, compost ingredients and operational procedures, compost quality, and key methods of organic compost preparation as well as compost application rates.

This topic equips readers with organic-friendly weed control methods, techniques, and integrated weed-management practices that combine cultural, mechanical, and biological practices.