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Frequently Asked Questions

Is organic food good for you?

There are two types, those we grow our own and those we purchase from another source. There are exceptions to these categories, but most people will answer your question yes. Organic food is healthier because it doesn't contain any harmful chemicals, pesticides, herbicides, preservatives, or genetically modified organisms (GMO).

You can find organic food in supermarkets across North America, Europe, Asia, Latin America, and Africa. Organic food can now be found in many grocery stores making it easier for shoppers to choose organic products.

Organic food is healthier and tastes better because it contains more vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and other nutrients. Organics are grown without using pesticides and fertilizers. They also don't pollute soil or water.

The USDA regulates organic agriculture practices. This means that farmers must adhere to strict guidelines to make sure organic produce is safe to consume. There are currently over 30 million acres of US farmland certified as organic.

Organic food is often less expensive than conventional food. Organic food is often cheaper than conventional food because it contains the same amount calories, protein, as well as nutrients. Organic farms can charge less for their crop because they aren’t required to buy expensive chemical inputs.

According to the Environmental Working Group organic food is 10 percent cheaper per pound than conventionally manufactured food. If you care about the health of yourself and your family, consider switching to organic food.

Organic food has become a popular alternative to standard American diets. It is often believed that organic food is exclusive to specialty markets and gourmet restaurants. Organic food is easily available in all regular grocery stores in the United States.

Recent years have seen a significant increase in organic food sales. Organic food market value in the US increased from $21 billion to $43 billion in 2007 to reach $43 billion in 2012.

What are some of the most popular organic products in your country?

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. Organic products are safer and better for the environment. They also make it more affordable for consumers.

They are also generally more expensive. That is why we developed the Organic Food Index. We wanted the ability to identify which foods are currently most popular and whether these trends have changed.

These results indicate that organic food is growing in popularity. Between 2011 and 2012, the number of Americans who shop for organic food increased by almost 50%.

According to the USDA, organic production increased by 10% last year alone. 9% now comes from organic foods in the United States.

Although organic food is gaining popularity, it appears that consumers still have to pay a premium for it. The Organic Trade Association (OTA) reports that organic food retail prices average almost double the price of conventional foods.

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

This is because consumers are looking for healthier foods. Organic food sales have been increasing in all age groups.

However, younger generations are leading the charge when choosing organic food. Millennials are twice likely to choose organic food than the baby boomers. And young adults under 35 years old account for 25% of all organic food purchases.

What are organic foods and how do they compare?

Organic produce does not contain synthetic fertilizers, pesticides and sewage sludge. It is also grown without irradiation or genetic engineering. No growth hormones are used, and there is no animal testing. These crops are allowed natural growth, so farmers don't use chemicals to kill pests and weeds.

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 more nutritious than conventionally grown foods and have lower calories and fiber.

What are the things to look for when purchasing organic products?

USDA-certified organic labels should be sought. This certification means that the product is certified organic by USDA. On packages, boxes, cartons or cans, look out for the USDA Organic seal.

When shopping for meat ensure it comes only from cows that are fed 100% organic feed. Cattle are ruminants, which means they chew the cud. Ruminant cattle have four stomach areas: rumen (reticulum), omasum (omasum), and abomasum. To be labeled '100% organic, all animal parts must be organically nourished.

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. Omnivorous chickens have a digestive system that includes a crop (proventriculus), gizzard and small intestine.

Buy dairy products that are 100% organically produced. Like ruminants, dairy cattle have four stomachs. The fourth stomach compartment--the cow's udder--is where milk is produced.

Check the label when purchasing livestock of any other type to find out what percentage was used in the animal's diet. A label for pork might say "95% organic", which means that 95% of the feed used by the pork 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)
• Nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids were up to 50 percent higher in organic meats and milk than in conventionally raised products.[3] (en.wikipedia.org)
• 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)
• 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)

External Links

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• EWG's 2022 Shopper's Guide to Pesticides in Produce


• Clean Fifteen(tm) Conventional Produce with the Least Pesticides

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• USDA

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• Agricultural Marketing Service

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• Occupational Pesticide Exposures and Cancer risk: A Review: Journal of Toxicology and Environmental Health Part B Vol 15, No 4


• Genetically modified foods - safety, risks and public concern - A review - Journal of Food Science and Technology

How To

Are there downsides to buying organic products?

Organic food has many benefits. There are some downsides to organic food. These include higher consumer prices, lower quality standards, and fewer choices.

There's nothing wrong with wanting more variety when it comes to groceries. We're conditioned to expect low-quality foods that taste bad. This is why grocery stores are stocked with the same prepackaged products.

But today, organic food is becoming increasingly popular because it offers better nutrition and tastes great. How do you convince people that it is worth the extra effort?

But you could still tell them that organic foods are more expensive. However, this doesn't mean that organic food tastes better. It might even make them suspicious of your motives.

It is better to emphasize its positive aspects. Organic food is more nutritious, has fewer pesticides, and uses fewer antibiotics. Organic food is free from synthetic fertilizers and herbicides which makes it healthier for us as well as our environment.

Organic food is often avoided because it's too costly. But as long as they consider the health benefits, they may decide that spending a few dollars per week is worth it.

Organic food tastes better, because it's made under strict guidelines to prevent contamination. Organic food tends to have more vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and other nutrients.

Organic food tastes better because it is picked later in the season. This makes it fresher and easier to digest.

Finally, organic food is generally cheaper because farmers grow it organically, which requires less labour and fertilizer.

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