2024
DOI: 10.1108/caer-08-2023-0208
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A sustainable approach to improving agrifood production: getting the balance right between organic soil amendments and chemical fertilizers

Puneet Vatsa,
Hongyun Zheng,
Wanglin Ma

Abstract: PurposeWe analyzed the effects of different combinations of organic soil amendments (OSAs) and chemical fertilizers on agrifood production, focusing on banana yields in China, the second-largest producer of bananas globally.Design/methodology/approachWe computed these combinations by dividing the expenditures on OSAs by those on chemical fertilizers and called them OSA-CF ratios. First, we classified farmers based on quintiles of expenditures on chemical fertilizers. Then, we studied the association between OS… Show more

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“…While the rice industry may hold halal certification as required for Muslims (Lestari et al, 2023), the prevalent use of chemical inputs raises concerns regarding potential environmental hazards and risks to human health (Hyman, 2021). Despite meeting specific religious or certification standards, including these chemical inputs poses potential threats to the environment and consumers' well-being (Hyman, 2021;Pollan, 2008;Vasta et al, 2024). Therefore, while compliance with halal standards has traditionally been a focal point within this industry (Marohom & Fuerzas, 2023), a broader and more encompassing approach-rooted in Tayyib principles-is emerging as a potentially transformative force.…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…While the rice industry may hold halal certification as required for Muslims (Lestari et al, 2023), the prevalent use of chemical inputs raises concerns regarding potential environmental hazards and risks to human health (Hyman, 2021). Despite meeting specific religious or certification standards, including these chemical inputs poses potential threats to the environment and consumers' well-being (Hyman, 2021;Pollan, 2008;Vasta et al, 2024). Therefore, while compliance with halal standards has traditionally been a focal point within this industry (Marohom & Fuerzas, 2023), a broader and more encompassing approach-rooted in Tayyib principles-is emerging as a potentially transformative force.…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%