I've been running a small organic vegetable farm for five years, and last season my yield dropped 30% because I refused to use synthetic pesticides. I know sustainable methods are better for the soil long-term, but my income is barely covering costs now. I'm wondering if small farms like mine can really survive without some form of chemical intervention, or if the premium prices for organic produce are the only way to make it work. What has been your experience with balancing sustainability and profitability in agriculture?