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Frequently Asked Questions
How can you tell organic food from non-organic?
Ask any chef and he will tell you that fresh ingredients are the most important thing. This is because eating well makes us feel better.
The same applies to our food. We can identify exactly where and how organic foods were grown when we purchase them. We also know that organics were not treated with harmful chemicals.
Organic food is produced without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers. These substances are not permitted to organic farmers.
There is no art in growing organic crops. There are many safe ways to grow them.
Sometimes, organic farming is called sustainable agriculture. This means that organic farming does not use as many resources as conventional methods, but it still provides the essential nutrients needed to sustain life.
Organic farming practices include crop rotation, composting manure, cover cropping, and intercropping. These techniques can prevent soil erosion, improve water quality, and help reduce the risk of it happening again.
They also reduce chemical contamination of waterways. Local farms can be found in cities that raise organic produce.
There are two types for organic products certification. One is certified through the USDA National Organic Program and the other by independent certifying agents. Both require strict organic standards to be adhered to.
USDA seals and O Seals are symbols that indicate organic certification.
Do organic foods offer health benefits?
Even though organic foods might not be for everyone, there are some health benefits. For those who consume them regularly, however, they can offer certain health benefits.
Organic food is free from artificial fertilizers, pesticides and herbicides as well as hormones, antibiotics and genetic engineering. Organic produce is produced without the use of harmful chemicals which could affect human health.
There are also fewer additives used during processing. Organic products are healthier than those that use additives during processing.
Research shows that organic produce contains more nutrients and antioxidants compared to conventionally grown fruit and vegetables.
While organic farming is more expensive than traditional farming, it often produces better results. Organic agriculture encourages soil fertility, biodiversity and biodiversity.
This helps protect against erosion and conserve water resources. Organic farms do not require toxic chemicals to operate. They also use less energy and fuel.
People worry that organic foods will be more expensive than those made from conventional food. Prices will vary depending where you live. For example, organic apples are generally more expensive than conventional apples.
However, organic fruit is more affordable if you compare the price of a basket of both types.
Do you want to go organic?
It depends on you. Organic food is not for you if you don’t like it.
However, if you enjoy good-tasting food, you can buy organic food. Organic food is safer than traditional commercial produce, as they are not subject to chemical pesticides, chemical fertilizers, or genetically modified organisms (GMOs).
Organic agriculture is a way to preserve the environment, conserve natural resources, and encourage biodiversity.
How do I know if my produce is organic?
These labels will help you ensure that organic produce is purchased.
USDA Organic Certified- This product has been certified organic by the USDA.
Certified Naturally Grown is produce that has met strict organic requirements but not yet been certified by the USDA.
Pastured/Free Range – Produced from animals that live outdoors and graze on grasses or herbs.
These labels indicate that the product meets specific criteria, which include:
- No pesticides or synthetic fertilizers
- No genetically modified organisms
- Animals are never given antibiotics
- Animals never receive hormones
- There are no growth-promoting drugs
- No feed additives
- No artificial ingredients
- No irradiation
- There is no sewage sludge
- GMOs prohibited
- Never was an antibiotic given
- No hormones ever given
- No growth-promoting drug
- No feed-additives
- No artificial ingredients
- No sewage effluent (if it isn't a GMO).
- No irradiation
I hope that this article was useful!
What is organic?
Organic meat is food that has not been treated with pesticides or artificial fertilizers. Organic meat also indicates that animals were not fed genetically modified food. Because there are no harmful chemicals in the meat, it is safe for human consumption.
Organic meats are also healthier for the environment. We reduce the amount of pollution in our rivers, lakes, and landfills by eating organic food. We also help protect wildlife because organic farmers usually do not use toxic chemicals that kill insects and birds.
Locally purchasing organic meats is the best way to make sure you are eating healthy and organic meats. Local shopping helps keep more money in your community than it does out of state. Local businesses often pass along savings to customers when shopping locally. Buy local to save jobs and not send them overseas.
Why should I buy organic?
Many health issues have been linked to conventional agriculture, including obesity, diabetes and cancer. You must make healthy choices when buying food.
The Environmental Working Group has the following tips for choosing "cleaner" food.
Always buy organic fruits & vegetables.
USDA organic labels should be used on meat, poultry and eggs as well as milk, cheese, yogurt, butter, honey, and other dairy products.
Avoid processed foods that claim to be "natural" and "no additives."
Be sure to read all ingredient labels. If an ingredient is not listed, it can be added during processing.
Frozen and canned meats should be preferred to fresh. Frozen and canned foods often contain less nutrient-rich ingredients like high fructose corn syrup.
What are organic products that can be used on the skin?
Organic skincare products are made without synthetic chemicals such as parabens, phthalates, mineral oil, petrolatum, petroleum jelly, propylene glycol, sodium lauryl sulphate, talc, triclosan, titanium dioxide, triethanolamine, vitamin A palmitate, etc.
Organic skincare products do not contain artificial colours, fragrances or preservatives.
They also help to preserve healthy skin and prevent premature aging.
These are some terms that you might see when looking for organic products
- Paraben Free is a grouping of chemicals that are used to maintain certain cosmetic products safe, but can be toxic when consumed in large quantities.
- Fragrance-Free: The product is free of essential oils or fragrances.
- Cruelty-Free--No animals were hurt in the manufacturing process.
- Natural Ingredients: The ingredient is naturally derived form the animal or plant.
- Vegan/Vegetarian - the ingredients are either vegan or vegetarian.
- Gluten-Free: This is when gluten was eliminated from the formulation.
- Non-Toxic – The product is free of toxins, carcinogens and other dangerous compounds that can harm your health.
- Biodegradable - The product will eventually be broken down into harmless parts when it is disposed of.
- Pesticide-Free - No pesticides have been used in the growing and harvesting process.
- GMO-Free refers to the fact that no ingredients in the product contain genetically modified organisms.
- Certified Organic means that all the ingredients have been grown using methods that protect the soil and water as well as wildlife and farmers.
What are the most popular organic products?
Organic food is the fastest-growing industry today. We've come far from our roots but there is still room for improvement.
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. We created the Organic Food Index. 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. The number of Americans shopping for organic food grew by nearly 50% between 2011 and 2012.
According to USDA, organic production grew by 10% last year. Currently, organic food accounts for 9% in the U.S. agricultural production.
Organic food is definitely on the rise, but it still seems expensive for consumers. 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 examine the data closely, you will see that organic foods have grown steadily in consumption since 2009.
In fact, according to OTA, the volume of organic products sold in supermarkets grew by 14% between 2010 and 2011.
This is because of consumer demand for healthier products, which explains the rise in organic food sales across all age categories.
However, younger generations are leading the charge when choosing organic food. Millennials are twice more likely to purchase organic food than baby boomers. Young adults below 35 years of age account for 25%.
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)
- 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)
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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- Evaluation of the micronutrient composition of plant foods produced by organic and conventional agricultural methods - 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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What You Should Know About Organic Foods
Organic foods are those that come from plants or animals, and do not contain any chemical pesticides, fertilizers, or additives. They are produced without genetic engineering or the application of ionizing radiation. The food must not contain artificial flavours, colours, flavour enhancements, or preservatives. It must not contain genetically modified 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. The term organic is often associated with food production. Organic is a product that contains only naturally occurring substances, such a proteins, fats, or 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.
There are many factors that consumers choose organic produce. 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. However, there are also ethical concerns regarding the treatment of farm workers and animals, which is why some consumers opt for non-organic products.
Organic food tends to be more expensive that conventional foods, but prices can vary depending upon the country or region. Organic food prices are affected by many factors. One factor is whether there are enough land available for organic farming. Another factor is the cost of inputs, labour and materials required for organic agriculture. Other factors include transportation costs, marketing costs, 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 free of chemicals, hormones, antibiotics, synthetic fertilizers, and growth regulators.
- Organic livestock is fed grasses & grains, not corn and soybean meal.
- Organic milk comes from cows that eat an all-natural diet of hay and pasture grasses.
- All organic raw materials are certified organic.
- Organic fruits or vegetables should not be grown in pesticide- or other harmful chemical environments.
- Organic meat, poultry and seafood are not subject to radiation.
- You should soak raw nuts and seeds before you use them.
- Organic cooking only uses healthy oils.
- Organic eggs have been laid by hens and given access to outdoor areas.
- Traditional methods are used to extract organic honey.
- Organic chocolate uses sugar and beans that have been grown and processed organically.
- Organic wines are produced without the use of chemical additives.
- Organic tea leaves are made from hand-picked plants.
- Organic cotton can't be treated with any pesticide or herbicide.
- Organic flours, cereals, and breads are free of artificial colours and preservatives.
- All-natural shampoos and soaps don't contain harsh chemicals.
- All-natural cosmetics are safe for your skin.
- All natural cleaning remedies are biodegradable.
- All natural body care products can be used safely and are dermatologically tested.
- All-natural personal care products are non-fragranced and safe for babies.
- The all-natural baby formula is free of bovine serum and animal rennet.
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