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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best organic vegetables for you?
Organic vegetables provide the most healthy and nutritious food for people. They are the healthiest of all foods.
Organic produce is organically grown without pesticides. These chemicals pose severe risks to our health and environment.
Organic produce also contains more nutrients, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, phytonutrients, enzymes, fibre, and essential fatty acids. Because we absorb these nutrients better from organic foods, this makes them healthier.
Organic vegetables not only taste great, but are safe to consume. Organic produce does not have side effects.
All grocery stores can carry organic produce. Organic produce can be found at any grocery store as long as it is produced in accordance with USDA guidelines. This means that they must meet the standards established by the United States Department of Agriculture.
Which organic products are most in demand?
Organic food is the fastest-growing industry today. Even though we have come a long ways from our roots there is still plenty of room for growth.
Organic products are the future. They are safer, healthier for the environment, and easier to afford for consumers.
But they tend to be more expensive. The Organic Food Index was created to address this. We wanted to see which foods are most in demand today and how these trends are changing.
The results show that organic food is becoming increasingly popular. Between 2011 & 2012, almost half of Americans purchased organic food.
According to USDA, organic production grew by 10% last year. Currently, organic food accounts for 9% in the U.S. agricultural production.
Although organic food is gaining popularity, it appears that consumers still have to pay a premium for it. According to the Organic Trade Association (OTA), average retail prices for organic food are almost double those of conventional alternatives.
That said, organic food is growing faster than any other segment of the food sector. If you look closely at the data, it will be apparent that organic food consumption has steadily increased since 2009.
According to OTA however, the volume in supermarkets of organic products grew by 14% from 2010 to 2011.
This is due to consumer demand for healthier food, which explains why organic foods sales are rising across all age groups.
The younger generation is however leading the charge for organic food. Millennials are twice more likely to purchase organic food than baby boomers. The 25% of organic food purchase made by younger adults below 35 are made up of young adults.
What are some things I should look out for when purchasing organic goods?
USDA-certified organic labels should be sought. This guarantees that the product meets certain USDA standards. Look for the "USDA Organic" seal on packages, boxes, cartons, cans, and jars.
When you shop for meat, ensure that it comes from cows who are fed organic feed. Cattle are ruminants which means that they chew the cud. Ruminant cattle have 4 stomach compartments: Rumen, reticulum and omasum. Organic feeding must be done on all organs of the animal in order to get the cow labelled organic 100 percent.
Buy chicken from only organic chickens that have been fed 100% organic food and are not given antibiotics. Chickens can eat both animal and plant food. The digestive tract of an omnivorous chicken is composed of a crop and proventriculus, gizzard as well as small intestine, large intestinale, and anus.
When buying dairy products, ensure they come from cows fed 100% organically grown feed. Just like ruminants have four stomachs, dairy cows have four. The fourth stomach compartment, the udder, is where milk comes from.
You should always check the label before purchasing any other livestock. This will let you know what percentage of the diet was given to the animals. Pork may be labeled "95% Organic" which means that 95 percent of its feed was organic.
What does it mean to be an organic food producer?
Organic food producers grow organic products without the use of pesticides or chemical fertilizers. These foods include fruits as well vegetables, grains and dairy products.
Organic food production occurs on farms that have their crops grown naturally. This includes soil preparation, crop rotation, and pest management.
The USDA (United States Department of Agriculture), must set strict criteria for organic agricultural products.
These guidelines help consumers access healthy, safe and nutritious foods.
Organic food offers many health benefits. From lower levels of pesticide residues, heavy metal contamination, to higher nutrient contents and better flavour, organic foods are healthier.
Products certified organic by the USDA must bear the label "USDA Certified Organic" seal.
This certification indicates that the product meets the requirements of the National Organic Program.
Organic food can help us eat better and protect our environment.
Organic farming techniques help preserve natural resources such as water and land. Organic farming techniques also help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions which contributes to climate change.
Organic agriculture uses fewer chemicals, and less pollution runoff.
Because harmful gases such as ammonia or nitrates are less likely in the atmosphere, it also improves air quality.
There are many forms of organic farming.
Conventional farming is the use of synthetic inputs like pesticides or fertilizers.
Regenerative farming is the use of compost, cover crops, or green manures to improve soil health. It promotes biodiversity.
Agroecology emphasizes sustainable relationships between people and plants.
Permaculture promotes self sufficiency through the creation of systems that imitate nature.
Is organic food better for us?
According to the Environmental Working Group's latest report on pesticide residues in foods, organic fruits and vegetables had nearly half the level of pesticides compared with non-organic versions. They found that organic apples contained eight times fewer pesticides than non-organic apples, while organic strawberries were four times cleaner than their conventional counterparts.
Research has also suggested that organic food may reduce mercury and lead exposure. One study found that organic meats had 33 percent less lead in children than the levels of those who did not eat them. Another study concluded traditional fish should not be consumed by pregnant women, due to high mercury levels.
Overall, organic food does seem to be safer than its non-organic counterpart. Experts recommend that you choose fresh fruits and vegetables whenever possible to lower your chance of developing cancer or other diseases.
What is organic beef?
Organic meat is food that has not been treated with pesticides or artificial fertilizers. Organic meat is also a guarantee that the animals weren’t fed any genetically altered feed. This makes it safe for human consumption because there aren't any harmful chemicals in the meat.
Organic meats are also better for our environment. We reduce the amount of pollution in our rivers, lakes, and landfills by eating organic food. Organic farmers generally don't use toxic chemicals that kill birds and insects. We help to protect wildlife.
The best way to ensure that you eat healthy organic meats is to buy them locally whenever possible. Local shopping helps keep more money in your community than it does out of state. Local businesses often pass down savings to customers when they shop locally. In addition, buying local keeps jobs right here in America instead of sending them overseas.
How can you tell organic food from non-organic?
If you ask any chef, he'll tell you there's nothing more important than fresh ingredients. This is because eating well makes us feel better.
The same goes for our food. We can identify exactly where and how organic foods were grown when we purchase them. We also know it was not treated using harmful chemicals.
Organic foods can be made without synthetic pesticides. These substances are not allowed for organic farmers.
Organic farming doesn't have to be difficult. There are many ways to safely grow organic crops.
Many people refer to organic agriculture as sustainable agriculture. This means that while it uses fewer resources than conventional methods, it provides the necessary nutrients to sustain life.
Organic farming methods include crop rotations, composting manure and cover cropping. These practices help to prevent soil erosion and improve water purity.
They also reduce chemical contamination of waterways. Local farms can be found in cities that raise organic produce.
Two types of organic product certification programs exist. The USDA National Organic Program certifies the one while the independent certifying agency certifies the other. Both require strict conformity to organic standards.
USDA seals or O Seals can be applied to organic products. This symbol indicates that the product meets federal requirements.
Statistics
- When packaged products indicate they are “made with organic [specific ingredient or food group],” they contain at least 70% organically produced ingredients. (usda.gov)
- To provide the highest quality products and services to every customer, with a dedicated workforce that puts the customer first and takes the extra step to achieve 100% customer satisfaction and loyalty. (hollinsorganic.com)
- Cosmetic brands such as Laurel and Rose Mira are 100 percent organic and have a wide array of skincare products. (en.wikipedia.org)
- Once certified by the USDA, it can fall into one of four categories: "100 percent organic", "organic," "made with organic ingredients," or "made with less than 70 percent organic ingredients. (en.wikipedia.org)
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- PubMed: Assessment of the micronutrients found in plant foods that are produced using organic and conventional agricultural techniques - PubMed
- Comparison of the total and ascorbic Acid content of freeze-dried and frozen-dried marionberry, strawberries, and corn grown according to conventional, organic, and sustainable agriculture practices - PubMed
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- Technical note: Simultaneous analysis of vitamin and carotenoid content in milk from cows fed total mixed rations. Xanthophyll detection is possible - ScienceDirect
How To
What you should know about organic food
Organic foods are made from animals and plants without pesticides or chemical fertilizers. They are not subject to genetic engineering or the use of ionizing radioactive radiation. It must not contain any artificial colours, flavour enhancers, flavor enhancers, and preservatives. It must not contain genetically altered organisms (GMOs).
In 1845, Justus Von Liebig, an aspiring chemist and entrepreneur, created the term "organic" to describe the properties found in manure. Today, organic is synonymous with food production. Organic simply means the product is made from only naturally occurring substances such proteins, carbohydrate, and minerals.
Over the past decade, organic products have seen a dramatic increase in consumption. Recent statistics show that around half of the world's population consumes at most one organic product per day. This number increases constantly and is expected to reach 70%, 80%, and 90% by 2020.
Organic products are preferred for many reasons. Organic products are preferred by many people for their taste and health. Some also prefer organic produce because of the higher quality. Others believe that organic farming is more sustainable. There are ethical concerns regarding farm workers and animals. This is why some people choose organic products.
While organic food is generally more expensive than traditional foods, prices do vary depending upon where you live. There are many factors that influence the cost of organic foods. One factor is the availability land suitable for organic agricultural. Another is the cost for inputs and labour required to grow organic crops. Transport costs, marketing costs and taxes are also important. For example, in Europe, the average price of organic food is 10% higher than the regular price.
These are the main differences in organic and conventional food.
- Organic produce is free of chemicals, hormones, antibiotics, synthetic fertilizers, and growth regulators.
- Organic livestock is fed grasses and grains, rather than corn and soya meal.
- Organic milk is only produced from cows that are fed all-natural hay and pasture grasses.
- All organic raw materials are certified organic.
- Organic fruits, vegetables and their processing stages are free from pesticides and harmful chemicals.
- Organic meat, poultry, and seafood are free from radiation.
- Before using raw nuts or seeds, they must be soaked.
- Organic cooking is only allowed to use healthy oils.
- Organic eggs are laid naturally by hens.
- Bees use traditional methods to extract organic honey.
- Organic chocolate is made from beans and sugar that have been grown organically and then processed.
- Organic wines don't contain chemical additives.
- Tea leaves made from organic plants are grown by hand.
- Organic cotton can be grown without pesticides or herbicides.
- Organic cereals and flours contain no preservatives, artificial colours, or flavours.
- All-natural shampoos and soaps don't contain harsh chemicals.
- All-natural cosmetics for skin are safe
- All natural cleaning solutions are biodegradable and eco-friendly.
- All natural body products are dermatologically tested and hypoallergenic.
- All-natural, fragrance-free personal hygiene products can be safely used by babies.
- The all-natural baby formula is free of bovine serum and animal rennet.
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