Allowed Quote by Lisa Brennan-Jobs
“I know that organic farms can be industrial and just as large and impersonal as conventional farms. Sometimes the free-range chickens aren't even allowed outside, and so they cluck-walk packed tight in a dim lit barn. But organic farms use fewer chemicals.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: 2015 interview with Lisa Brennan-Jobs, The New York Times
Organic farms can be large and impersonal, but they use fewer chemicals than conventional farms.
In simple terms: Organic farms are big but use fewer chemicals.
Key Takeaway
Choose farming methods that reduce chemical use.
Themes
agriculture
environment
ethics
Mood
concerned
reflective
Type
analytical
critical
When to use this quote
- food purchasing
- policy advocacy
- community gardening
Key Concepts
sustainability
chemical reduction
industrialization
Questions to Reflect On
- How can consumers support truly humane organic farms?
- What standards ensure chemical reduction?
A Different Perspective
Organic farms may still have animal welfare issues.
