BROOMFIELD, Colo., July 2, 2022
/PRNewswire/ -- There has never been a better time to grow organic,
and Key To Life Supply has the answers! Traditionally farmers chose
to grow with synthetic (chemically-based) fertilizers mainly due to
lower input costs. However, the tables are turning; this year, in
2022, synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, and fungicides have
skyrocketed in price! According to worldbank.org, "synthetic
fertilizers are now at their least affordable levels since the 2008
global food crisis". Synthetic fertilizers prices "have risen
nearly 30% since the start of 2022, following last year's 80%
surge." Supply chain shortages and rises in wages, fuel and
logistics costs are all behind this market shift. It is no surprise
then that organic farming is finally seeing the full light of day
and is now highly cost-competitive against its synthetic fertilizer
counterpart! These pricing surges give organic farmers a
competitive edge to grow organic produce at a competitive cost.
So why is produce at the grocery store continuing to increase in
price? Shipping and handling. Logistics is one of the most
significant expenses that any farmer faces when getting their crop
from their farm to the grocery store. Also, the logistics it takes
to process and harvest large amounts of produce on any given farm
heavily relies upon fuel prices and labor wages. Another factor
that has kept farmers from switching from synthetic fertilizers to
organic fertilizers is a short timeline mindset. For instance, when
working with many farmers, we found that most were only leasing the
land they grew on. With real estate prices rapidly rising, we see
more costly lease rates for available land and farmers acquiring
larger parcels. Owning their land is an absolute game-changer that
will help farmers focus on long-term regenerative farming
practices, with a significant emphasis on building soil quality to
have healthier plants the following year with fewer pests and
diseases. With increased pride in their land, farmers are also
focusing on water conservation and maximizing their plant's health
based on the genetic potential of each plant variety.
So, other than saving some money, you may ask, what's so great
about going organic? Studies have shown that organic foods often
have more beneficial nutrients, such as antioxidants, than their
synthetically-grown counterparts. The difference is particularly
dramatic in produce. For example, tomatoes grown using organic
methods can contain up to 50% more vitamin C than
conventionally-grown varieties. Furthermore, organic food tends to
taste better; the extra flavor comes from what's left out:
synthetic chemicals. Also, going organic helps us look after our
soil and environment. Even if you don't buy into the many published
health benefits, there's no denying that going organic will now
save you money.
Suppose you are like many other home gardeners. In that case,
you may have considered growing an organic garden before but
decided it was too expensive or too complicated or that there were
not enough resources available to help you do it. Now, those
reasons no longer hold water!
Sometimes, food can seem less important or even taken for
granted in our highly connected and convenient lives. Taking charge
of your food production and starting a backyard garden means
freedom from waiting in line at crowded grocery stores only to find
that they are out of milk or eggs or - perish the thought - even
just simple foods like potatoes or apples. Taking your food
production back into your own hands allows you to free yourself of
the supply chain shortages at the grocery stores, skyrocketing
prices, and chemically fertilized and nutrient-deficient foods.
Reignite the connection with your food and the planet while
building memories with a bountiful reward, such as delicious
organically grown food in varieties you and your family may never
have tried before.
Come learn with the Key To Life Supply family how to grow your
own organic food! We can help you reduce costs and ensure you have
access to the healthiest food for you and your family. If you are
curious about organic fertilizers and learning which would be best
for your garden, check out ktlsupply.com. Please follow us on
Instagram and Facebook @ktlsupply for helpful fun facts and
tips.
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