VOICED: Benin cotton farmers embrace the organic revolution

The video discusses the harmful effects of pesticide use on health and the environment, highlighting the shift towards organic farming. It covers the impact of chemicals on wildlife and nature reserves, and showcases farmers adopting organic methods for better health and sustainability. The transition to organic farming is shown to improve health and reduce costs, with hopes for increased production.

What are some of the health risks associated with the use of pesticides mentioned in the video?

• Improved respiratory health

• Increased crop yield

• Critical illness and paralysis

• Enhanced soil fertility

How has the overuse of pesticides affected the environment near nature reserves?

• Improved air quality

• Contamination of water bodies

• Expansion of forest areas

• Increased biodiversity

What chemical was found in major bodies of water due to pesticide use?

• Endosulfan

• Glyphosate

• DDT

• Atrazine

What is one of the benefits mentioned by farmers who have switched to organic farming?

• Decreased crop diversity

• Increased allergies

• Reduced need for expensive fertilizers

• Higher pesticide costs

What is the process described for making natural fertilizers in organic farming?

• Letting plants rot and mixing with earth

• Mixing chemicals with water

• Using synthetic additives

• Burning crop residues