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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the advantages of organic farming?

Organic farming gives farmers the opportunity to grow food without the use of chemical pesticides. Organic farming is a way for farmers to produce food without using harmful pesticides.

Organic farming also offers more natural fertilizers. These fertilizers aid in the growth of healthy plants as well as reducing the amount chemical waste.

Organic farming is also beneficial for the environment. For example, organic farming uses composting techniques to re-use nutrients in the soil. This reduces the risk of pollution and helps conserve precious resources.

Organic farming is good for the environment and increases crop yields. This is because organic farming requires less water to grow the crops.

Organic production methods also mean that farmers receive higher prices for their produce. Consumers who are more informed about the dangers of pesticides or chemical fertilizers will demand healthier food.

This has increased the demand for organic foods. Organic farming has become increasingly popular.

What is an organic food producer?

Organic food producers create products that are grown without pesticides and chemical fertilizers. These foods include fruits, vegetables and dairy products.

Organic food production takes place on farms where crops are nurtured naturally. This includes crop rotation, soil preparation, and pest control.

The USDA (United States Department of Agriculture), must set strict criteria for organic agricultural products.

These guidelines will ensure that consumers have safe, healthy, and nutritious food.

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 means that the product meets standards established by the National Organic Program.

Organic food is not only healthier for us, but also protects our environment.

Organic farming techniques help preserve natural resources such as water and land. Organic farming also helps to reduce greenhouse gases emissions, which are responsible for climate change.

Organic agriculture uses fewer chemical inputs and pollutes less.

This improves the air quality by reducing the likelihood of harmful gases like ammonia, nitrates and other pollutants building up in your atmosphere.

There are many forms of organic farming.

Conventional agriculture refers to the use synthetic inputs, such as pesticides/fertilizers.

Regenerative farming includes compost, cover crops, as well as green manures that improve soil health. It encourages biodiversity.

Agroecology emphasizes sustainable relationships between people and plants.

Permaculture encourages self-sufficiency by creating systems that are similar to nature.

Why should I buy organic?

Conventional agriculture has been linked to several health problems, including asthma, allergies, obesity, diabetes, cancer, birth defects, hormone imbalances, and other diseases. When buying food, you must make wise choices.

The Environmental Working Group offers these tips:

When possible, buy organic fruits and veggies

USDA organic labels can be found on meat, poultry (eggs, eggs), milk, cheese and yogurt as well.

Avoid processed foods marked "natural" or with "no additives."

Carefully review ingredient lists. It is possible to add an ingredient during processing if it isn't already listed.

Choose fresh meats over frozen or canned ones. Canned and frozen foods can often have lower nutritional content like high fructose syrup.

How do you know if your food is organic?

Fresh ingredients are essential for any chef. Because we feel better when we eat well.

The same goes for our food. We know where our organic food came from and how it has been grown. We also know that it wasn't treated with harmful chemicals.

Organic foods are produced without using synthetic pesticides, fertilizers, hormones, antibiotics, or genetically modified organisms (GMO). These substances are forbidden for organic farmers.

Organic farming doesn't have to be difficult. There are many ways to safely grow organic crops.

Sometimes, organic farming is called sustainable agriculture. Organic farming is more sustainable than traditional methods and provides all the nutrients necessary to sustain life.

Crop rotation, crop rotation, cover cropping and composting manure are all organic farming methods. These techniques reduce soil erosion and increase water quality.

They also reduce chemical runoff into waterways. We can also find organic farms in our urban surroundings.

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.

Certified organic products may bear the USDA seal or the symbol O Seal, which indicates that the product meets federal requirements.

Statistics

• Popular clothing brands, like Patagonia, are labelled as organic by using 100 percent organic cotton for many of their styles. (en.wikipedia.org)
• 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)
• 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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• Organic food and impact on human health: Assessing the status quo and prospects of research - ScienceDirect


• Technical note: Simultaneous Vitamin and Carotenoid Analysis of Milk from Total Mixed Ratio-Fed Cows - ScienceDirect

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


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• U.S. sales of organic products soared to new heights, reaching nearly $62Billion in 2020

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What You Should Know About Organic Foods

Organic foods are produced from plants and animals that have been grown without the use of pesticides, chemical fertilizers or other additives. They are produced without genetic engineering or the application of ionizing radiation. It must not contain any artificial colours, flavour enhancers, flavor enhancers, and 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. The term organic is often associated with food production. Organic means the product has only natural substances like proteins, carbohydrates, and fats that are found in nature.

Over the past decade, organic products have seen a dramatic increase in consumption. According to statistics, approximately 50% of the world’s population consumes at minimum one organic product each day. This number increases constantly and is expected to reach 70%, 80%, and 90% by 2020.

Organic products are preferred for many reasons. Organic produce can be preferred for its taste; others prefer them for being healthier. Some people believe organic farming to be more environmentally friendly. Some consumers choose non-organic products because of ethical concerns about farm workers' and animal treatment.

Organic foods are usually more expensive than conventional ones, although prices vary depending on countries and regions. There are many factors that affect the cost of organic food. One factor is the availability land suitable for organic agricultural. Another is the cost for inputs and labour required to grow organic crops. Transportation costs, marketing expenses, and taxes are all factors. For example, in Europe, the average price of organic food is 10% higher than the regular price.

Below are the main differences between conventional and organic foods.

• Organic produce is free from synthetic fertilizers, growth regulators, hormones, and antibiotics.
• Organic livestock is fed grasses or grains instead of corn and soybean meals.
• Organic milk comes from cows fed only grasses and hay.
• 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 do not undergo radiation.
• You should soak raw nuts and seeds before you use them.
• Only healthy oils are used in organic cooking.
• Organic eggs were laid by hens. They can also be used in 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.
• The plants used to make organic tea are hand-picked.
• Organic cotton is not treated with pesticides.
• Organic cereals and flours contain no preservatives, artificial colours, or flavours.
• Shampoos and soaps made from all natural ingredients are free of harsh chemicals.
• All-natural cosmetics for skin are safe
• All natural cleaning products can be biodegradable and are eco-friendly.
• All natural products for the body are hypoallergenic, dermatologically tested, and hypoallergenic.
• All-natural personal hygiene products have no fragrance and can be used safely for babies.
• All-natural baby formula contains no bovine serum or animal protein.

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