Relying on organic crop production would be “disastrous” and could “lead to starvation,” according to researchers at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences who have a new book out called "The Organic Dream."
The researchers have caused quite a stir in Sweden. Radio Sweden spoke to one of the authors, Lars Bergström, a professor in water quality management.
Bergström says: “If you look at official Swedish statistics you’ll find that between 30 and 60 per cent less yield is obtained with organic crop production compared to conventional crop production. If we would rely on 100 per cent organic crop production, that would ultimately lead to starvation.”