| Choosing
Organic Food
Buying organic is one way we can leave a better
world to future generations. Organic refers to the way food is
grown and processed. It is an ecological system that relies on
healthy rich soil to produce plants that resist pests and diseases. Organic farming prohibits the use of toxic and persistent chemicals
in favor of cutting-edge practices that work with nature,
instead of against it, such as crop
rotation, cover crop planting, beneficial insect release,
and composting.
- Organic farming can be catalyst for rural economic development
by offering an alternative market where small farmers can receive
a premium for their crops.
- By refraining from using toxic chemicals, organic farmers
may contribute to the survival of populations of songbirds, bees,
fish, bald eagles, wetlands species, and many other species that
have been hurt by chemicals in the environment.
- Since organic practices prohibit the use of toxic and persistent
chemicals, there is no risk of pesticide-contaminated water sources.
Organic is one of the fastest growing trends in the food industry.
With annual sales of about $15.5 billion, and growth rates of at
least 16% annually over the past five years. As more companies produce it and more stores sell it,
buying organic is becoming one of the easiest and most valuable
things we can do to reduce the impact that
food has on our world.
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