We are nations dependent on delicate ecological, social and economic balances in which our global food systems play an enormously important role: no single industry has as much impact on climate change, water and soil quality, and global security as the food industry. So choosing organic is a direct and effective way to create the world according to your values.

Organic agriculture is a holistic approach to production which promotes and enhances biodiversity, protects long-term soil health and respects ecological balance through the use of environmentally and ecologically sustainable practices.

Organic production is designed to:

  • respect the environment through the responsible usage of soil, water and air, minimizing agricultural pollution
  • protect the long-term health of the soil, encouraging soil biological activity and minimizing soil degradation and erosion
  • provide livestock with humane living conditions for their health and well-being
  • recycle materials and resources whenever possible and reduce the use of non-renewable resources

Organic production does not permit the use of:

  • synthetic pesticides
  • synthetic fertilizers
  • sewage sludge
  • genetically modified organisms
  • ionizing radiation
  • no growth hormones for animals that produce meat, poultry, eggs, and dairy products

 

Organic Means:

No synthetic pesticides or synthetic fertilizers
Organic production does not permit the use of synthetic pesticides or synthetic fertilizers, reducing the amounts of toxins on organic food and in the environment

Environmental
Organic agriculture respects ecological balance, aiming to reduce the use of non-renewable resources and create more sustainable systems

Protection of water quality
Organic growers and processors use practices that reduce chemical runoff and preserve ground water quality

Biodiversity
Organic practices aim to preserve biodiversity through use of traditional seed varieties, crop rotation, and respect for the natural diversity of the local environment

Community
Many organic farms are small, independently run farms which aim to produce food for their local communities. The organic philosophy of sustainability encourages consumers to buy local organic produce whenever possible

Animal welfare
Organic production requires that farmers use humane animal husbandry practices, including giving livestock access to open-air runs. The use of synthetic growth hormones is not permitted.

No genetically modified organisms (GMOs)
Organic standards do not permit the use of genetic engineering in organic production. Eating organic is a good way to avoid consuming genetically modified foods.

Standards
Certification standards assure consumers that organic foods and products have been grown and handled in accordance with sustainable procedures without the use of synthetic pesticides or synthetic fertilizers.

Taste
Taste is indeed a matter of personal opinion. However, many consumers of organic product insist that organics simply taste better, with intense flavours unmasked by pesticide residues or wax. Not a believer? Try organic for yourself!