11.1: The Sytems Philosophy

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    A central tenet of this movement is the systems philosophy, which views an individual farm as part of a larger, interconnected ecosystem. This broad perspective allows researchers and farmers to see the long-term consequences of farming practices on local and global communities. In these systems, animal and plant interactions combine to cycle carbon, nitrogen, minerals, and energy. Furthermore, sustainable agriculture is highly site-specific, meaning that its unique local environment and resources determine the best practices for one farm.

    Tomato plants in rows in a high tunnel

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