Biodynamic

/ˌbaɪoʊdaɪˈnæmɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to a method of organic farming that treats the soil and farm as a living system, using special preparations and lunar cycles.

Etymology

From bio- (life) + dynamic (relating to forces and energy), coined in the 1920s by Rudolf Steiner to describe a holistic agricultural philosophy.

Kelly Says

Biodynamic farms follow 'planting calendars' based on moon phases—sounds mystical, but some studies show the soil biology actually does respond differently to timing, even if scientists still debate exactly why.

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