The increased use of fertilizer tends to lead to the forced increase of pesticide use IIRC (Source is in my library at home atm, sorry). It also leads to a decrease in nutrient value from the food as well due to the increased pesticide use.<p>From a pure efficiency note, pesticide and fertilizer use is the best solution in the short term. But I&#x27;m curious what the long term repercussions will be for both human and environmental health.