Sikkim: The Road Condition Forcing Us to Go Organic

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are organic foods?

Organic produce is free from synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, sewage sludge and confinement feeding. There are no growth hormones used and animal testing is not performed. These crops can grow naturally so that farmers don't have to use pesticides or weed control.

Organic farming practices help maintain soil quality and reduce erosion. Organic foods are healthier than conventional foods because they have more nutrients. Organic products are typically higher in fiber and lower in fat and calories than conventionally produced ones.

Which organic products are most in demand?

The fastest-growing industry is organic food. But even though we've come a long way from our roots, there is still much room for growth.

Organic products are the future. They are safer, better for our environment, and more affordable for consumers.

But they also tend to be higher priced. This is why we created the Organic Food Index. We wanted to determine which foods are the most popular among shoppers today and whether these trends are changing.

The results showed that organic food is increasing in popularity. Between 2011 and 2012 the number of Americans buying organic food increased nearly 50%.

According to USDA, organic production grew by 10% last year. Organic food now accounts for 9% of U.S. agricultural output.

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, organic food retail prices are about twice those of conventional products.

That said, organic food is growing faster than any other segment of the food sector. You can see that organic food has been steadily increasing since 2009.

According to OTA's data, organic products sold in supermarkets grew at 14% between 2010 - 2011.

This increase reflects consumer demand for healthier foods, which explains why organic food sales are increasing across all age groups.

However, younger generations are leading the charge when choosing organic food. Millennials have twice the likelihood of buying organic food as baby boomers. The 25% of organic food purchase made by younger adults below 35 are made up of young adults.

How can you tell if your produce is organic?

These three labels can help you make sure you're buying organic produce.

USDA Organic Certified: Produces certified by USDA as 100% organic.

Certified Naturally Grown: Produce that has been grown in accordance with organic practices, but has yet to receive certification from USDA.

Pastured/Free range - These are animals that live outside and graze freely on grasses and herbs.

These labels indicate that the product meets certain criteria.

• No pesticides or synthetic fertilizers
• No genetically modified organisms
• Animals are not given antibiotics.
• Animals are not ever given hormones.
• There are no growth-promoting drugs
• No feed additives
• No artificial ingredients
• No irradiation
• No sewage solids
• GMOs not allowed
• Never gave antibiotics
• No hormones ever given
• No growth-promoting drugs
• No feed-additives
• No artificial ingredients
• No sewage solids (if it's not GMO).
• No irradiation

I hope this article was helpful!

What is the difference between organic and inorganic foods?

Organic food does not contain pesticides, chemical fertilisers, sewage waste, irradiation, genetic modification. Organic farming practices improve soil health and water quality as well as animal welfare.

Inorganic foods may be grown with chemical fertilizers, pesticides, or sewage sludge. Irradiated foods are treated with radiation; genetically modified organisms (GMO) are created through biological engineering techniques.

The term "natural", often used interchangeably to mean "organic," is frequently used. But, "natural" does not necessarily refer to organic. Products labelled "natural", however, may contain synthetic chemicals.

Because organic produce contains fewer harmful chemicals, pesticides, and fertilizers than conventional produce it is more nutritious. Organic farmers do not use pesticides, artificial fertilizers, hormones, anti-biotics, and other harmful chemicals.

What is inorganic?

Organic food is made without pesticides or artificial fertilizers. Inorganic foods contain these chemicals, which may cause health problems.

Organic food is produced naturally and without any harmful substances, such as chemical fertilizers or pesticides. These chemicals can cause harm to animals and humans.

Inorganic foods are meats, fishes, eggs, buttermilk, cheese, yogurt and honey as well as vegetables, fruits and spices.

The term organic refers to the way an agricultural product is grown. Organic farming, for example, uses natural methods and soil amendments in order to grow crops. Conventional farming, however, uses pesticides and synthetic fertilizers.

U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), must ensure that organic food meets strict standards. All organic food must comply with the National Organic Program Standards. This means that it must not contain prohibited materials like antibiotics, growth hormones or genetically modified organisms (GMOs), as well as industrial solvents. Organic food must not contain toxic chemicals, petroleum-based fertilizers or sewage sludges.

What are the advantages of organic farming?

Organic farming allows farmers to produce food using only natural methods. Farmers don't have worry about whether harmful pesticides are affecting their crops or animals.

Organic farming also permits for the use of natural fertilizers. These fertilizers are good for plants that are healthy and reduce chemical waste.

Organic farming can also be environmentally friendly. Organic farming is also environmentally friendly. Farmers often use composting to recycle nutrients back into their soil. This helps to reduce pollution and conserve valuable resources.

Organic farming also helps the environment by increasing crop yields. This is due to the fact that organic farming uses much less water during growth season.

Organic production methods mean farmers can get higher prices. Healthier foods are demanded by consumers who are more aware of the dangers posed by pesticides and chemical fertilisers.

This raises the demand to produce organic food products. Organic farming is growing in popularity.

What should I look out for when buying organic products?

Look for USDA-certified organic labels. This certifies that the product has met certain standards set by USDA. On packages, boxes, cartons or cans, look out for the USDA Organic seal.

When purchasing meat, ensure it is 100% organic. Cattle are ruminants, which means they chew the cud. Ruminant cattle are divided into four stomach compartments, the rumen and reticulum as well as the omasum and abmasum. Organic feeding must be done on all organs of the animal in order to get the cow labelled organic 100 percent.

Chicken should be only purchased from chickens raised on organic feed, and not given antibiotics. Chickens are omnivores, meaning they eat both plants and animals. A digestive tract that is omnivorous includes a crop, proventriculus and gizzard. It also contains small intestines, large intestines, 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 is the udder.

To find out the percent of the feed the animals received when you purchase other types livestock, be sure to read the labels. For example, pork may be labelled '95% organic.' This means 95 percent of the pig's feed came from organic sources.

Statistics

• As for organic meat, regulations require that animals be raised in living conditions that accommodate their natural behaviours (like the ability to graze on pasture), fed 100% organic feed and forage, and not administered antibiotics or hormones. (usda.gov)
• According to a study performed by consumerreports.org, organic products, compared to non-organic products, ranged anywhere from 13 percent cheaper to 303 percent more expensive. (en.wikipedia.org)
• Cosmetic brands such as Laurel and Rose Mira are 100 percent organic and have a wide array of skincare products. (en.wikipedia.org)
• Brands participating in this challenge are committed to using 100 percent sustainable cotton by 2025.[5] (en.wikipedia.org)

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• U.S. organic revenues soared to nearly $62 Billion in 2020

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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 ascorbic and phenolic acid contents of air-dried and freeze-dried marionberry, strawberry and corn grown using conventional, organic and sustainable agricultural practices – PubMed

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What Organic Foods Are You Looking For?

Organic foods come from plants and animals without chemical fertilizers, pesticides, or additives. They are made without genetic engineering and the application of ionizing radiance. Food must not contain artificial colours, flavour enhancers or preservatives. It must not contain genetically altered organisms (GMOs).

When Justus von Liebig, a chemical chemist, coined "organic", which means "life-giving," to describe the properties in manure, the term "organic" was used for the first time. Nowadays, most people associate the term organic with the production of food. Organic simply means the product is made from only naturally occurring substances such proteins, carbohydrate, and minerals.

The consumption of organic foods has risen dramatically in the past decades. Recent statistics indicate that approximately half of the world’s population eats at least one organic food per day. This percentage is increasing and will reach 70%, 80% and 90% by 2020.

There are many reasons why consumers choose organic products. 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. Organic food prices are affected by many factors. The availability of suitable land for organic agriculture is one factor. Another factor is the cost of inputs, labour and materials required for organic agriculture. There are other factors such as transportation costs, marketing and taxes. In Europe, for instance, the average price for organic food in Europe is 10% higher than its regular price.

Here are some key differences between organic and traditional foods.

• Organic produce is naturally free of synthetic fertilizers and growth regulators as well as hormones, antibiotics and other chemicals.
• Organic livestock are fed grasses, grains and legumes rather than corn or soybean meals.
• Organic milk comes from cows that eat an all-natural diet of hay and pasture grasses.
• All raw materials used for organic manufacturing are certified organic.
• No pesticides or other harmful chemicals are allowed during organic fruits and vegetables' growth and processing stages.
• Organic meat, poultry, and seafood do not undergo radiation.
• Pre-soaking is recommended for raw nuts and seed.
• Only healthy oils are used in organic cooking.
• Organic eggs are laid by hens, and have access to the outdoors.
• Traditional methods are used to extract organic honey.
• Organic chocolate is made from beans and sugar that have been grown organically and then processed.
• Organic wines are produced without the use of chemical additives.
• The tea leaves of organic tea come from tea plants that have been hand picked.
• Organic cotton is grown with no pesticides or herbicides.
• Organic flours and cereals do not contain artificial colours or preservatives.
• All natural soaps and shampoos do not contain harsh chemicals.
• All-natural cosmetics can be used safely on your skin.
• All natural cleaning products are biodegradable, eco-friendly, and non-toxic.
• 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 does not contain animal rennet or bovine serum.

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