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Organic agriculture is a farming approach using naturally occurring inputs and ecological techniques—such as crop rotation, companion planting, and biological pest control—rather than synthetic chemicals. This system is significant for plant science as it provides research opportunities to understand plant health, resilience, and productivity within natural ecological systems, informing the development of sustainable agricultural practices that balance yield with long-term environmental health.

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Companion Planting with Tagetes erecta Reduces Nematode Load 67% in Organic Tomato Production

PubMed · 2026-02-26

Planting marigolds alongside tomatoes cuts harmful nematode populations by 67% and boosts tomato yields 18%.

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67% nematode reduction

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18% tomato yield increase

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Alpha-terthienyl as active compound