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Organic Foods News

Organic Foods

 
Organic food is produced by farmers who emphasize the use of renewable resources and the conservation of soil and water to enhance environmental quality. Organic meat, poultry, eggs and dairy products come from animals that are given no antibiotics or growth hormones. Organic food is produced without using most conventional pesticides; fertilizers made with synthetic ingredients or sewage sludge; bioengineering; or ionizing radiation. Before a product can be labeled organic, a government-approved certifier inspects the farm where the food is grown to make sure the farmer is following all the rules necessary to meet USDA organic standards. Companies that handle or process organic food before it gets to a supermarket or restaurant also must be certified. (Source: USDA / Photo: Flickr)
 

Articles about Organic Foods

  • Some farmers dropping out of organics

    Mon, Jun 29 2009 at 12:54 PM

    Economic recession to blame for first-ever downturn in U.S. organics industry.

  • Dwell on green design and eats

    Fri, Jun 19 2009 at 5:27 PM

    The Los Angeles Dwell on Design show will feature the latest in sustainable modern design -- and yummy sustainable eats.

  • Glass vs plastic

    Fri, Jun 19 2009 at 12:14 AM

    Organic consumers are more likely to choose glass packaging. Are they making the right choice?

  • How can I start selling my homegrown produce?

    Thu, Jun 18 2009 at 3:16 PM

    Whether you form a CSA, join a farmers market or sell to restaurants, you and your neighbors can benefit from your green thumb.

  • The FruitGuys, or what does mango really taste like?

    Mon, Jun 01 2009 at 12:53 PM

    Seasonal, local(ish) fruit delivery from small farmers right on your office or home doorstep. Yum.

  • Who controls your food?

    Fri, May 29 2009 at 2:05 PM

    Think you know your food? Food, Inc. goes beyond the nutritional label to show us what we're really eating.

  • Organic dairy farmers hit hard by recession

    Fri, May 29 2009 at 1:56 PM

    Organic dairy farms are in trouble. Is there anything we can do to help?

  • Grass-fed cheese

    Thu, May 28 2009 at 4:42 PM

    Annemarie Conte makes grass-fed cheese — and a royal mess — in her kitchen.

  • Father's Day grilling: Green your meat

    Wed, May 27 2009 at 3:17 PM

    For Dad's Day and any other summer grill-out, go for sustainable meat.

  • Go on a low-carb(on) diet

    Wed, May 27 2009 at 2:00 PM

    New green cookbook offers tips for eating and cooking green.

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