Summary

In this section we have considered why the responsible use of resources is important to organic growing and how it is important to be aware of our consumption and make the most of our resources. 

  • Buy responsibly by considering the need and sustainability of your purchases. 
  • Remember the three R's when managing resources such as water, energy and plastic.
  • Reduce, reuse, recycle

Best organic practice symbolReflect: What steps can you take to improve the sustainability of your use of materials in your organic growing? 
Is there a simple action can you take to adopt a more sustainable approach? 


Complete the following short quiz to check your knowledge of this principle before moving onto the next section:



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