It is a scientific institute. So it isn't an organic farm either. So I am not sure if this argument applies in any direction. It I am totally aware of studies

It is a scientific institute. So it isn't an organic farm either. So I am not sure if this argument applies in any direction. It I am totally aware of studies like Verena Seufert et al. showing reduced yields between 5 to 39% depending on the context and used methodologies. Edit: Regarding rest years. At least were I live both, organic or non organic farmers do that. Not sure how it is in other parts of the world.