Thoughtscapism

In four short years, since I started looking at the science of farming more closely, the topic of organic vs conventional has felt very worn out to me, several times. I already know how it will go: some people have a field day bashing any organic supporters as idiots, while others just keep declaring their choice to buy organic as superior, ignoring any evidence I or others may provide. Then sometimes you find people who have really just not looked at it very thoroughly before, and are actually interested in hearing more – and for once, talking about it is worth it again!

I was interviewed over at the Little Zürich Kitchen!

I am really glad that the Swiss blogger Fran over at the Little Zurich Kitchen had the openness of mind to read my pieces on agriculture even though they challenged her views. I know it can be really hard to be in that situation. Not only did she read, but she also reached out to me and asked for an interview, which I will also include here. It originally appeared on her food blog, under the title The Interview: The Organic Crisis. Per her request, I tried to be really short and refer to my pieces for more in-depth information… and then I cut down another 1000 words.

For better of worse, when it comes down to it, this is still a very real, current, and impactful topic. Developing our agricultural systems in environmentally friendly directions is important, and we really need to connect the awesome motivation of many organic consumers (like mine before) to do their best for the environment, with the information about where the best potential for improvements can be found. Continue reading →