Our Perspective
Sustainable Farming Practices Make a Positive Impact
By Steve Olson , Cotton Farmer in Plainview, TX
Posted about 1 year ago
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Since I began farming 20 years ago, I have seen cotton yields double and increase in quality. I can clearly see the impact sustainable farming practices and improved technology have had on our farming operation. We have been growing production seed cotton for several years and are continually amazed to see the potential in new products.
I believe farmers are true environmentalists. When people really understand what farmers do to make production agriculture work, they can't help but conclude that protecting our environment and conserving our natural resources are at the heart of everything we do.
On our farm, we use several different types of technologies. Before biotechnology, we used many more pesticides. I love to bring people to our fields and show them the life that is out there, and explain the difference between farming now and a few years ago.
I believe we're living in the most exciting and challenging time in history. As we as farmers commit to learning more about the crops we grow and the soil we grow them in, we improve our planet, our lives, the lives of our families and people around the world.
