In 1942, Rodale launched . It was a radical idea for its time. While conventional science pushed for more chemicals, Rodale established the Rodale Institute in 1947 to prove that natural methods—like composting and crop rotation—were not just viable, but superior. He famously taught that if you "feed the soil," the soil will "feed the plants," and ultimately, the plants will feed you. 3. The Suburban Renaissance
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The story of modern organic gardening begins with a rejection of the "new" and a return to the "old". In the early 20th century, as industrial farming began to rely heavily on synthetic chemicals and pesticides, a few pioneers saw a different path. 1. The Call to the Soil In 1942, Rodale launched