In its latest episode of “Good Food Talks,” Akshayakalpa Organic, a leading organic food brand, delves into the concerning realities of modern farming with guest speaker Madhu Chandan, founder of Organic Mandya. The series aims to raise consumer awareness about the origins and quality of their food, particularly in the context of growing health consciousness.
Chandan highlights the stark contrast between traditional, self-sustaining agriculture and today’s commercial monoculture. Once a diverse practice focused on local consumption and sales, farming has become a profit-driven industry. This shift has had severe consequences, particularly for India’s marginal farmers who struggle to make a living on small landholdings.
The discussion also addresses the detrimental effects of modern farming practices, such as soil degradation and microplastic contamination in food. It promotes organic farming as a solution to enhance nutrition, sustainability, and food quality, while advocating for improved food labeling practices.
The full episode, featuring Madhu Chandan’s insightful commentary, is now available on Akshayakalpa Organic’s official YouTube channel.