The Organic Center has completed a project that provides guidance to citrus growers on organic-compliant ways to combat citrus greening disease. From this work, The Organic Center has produced a...
There is so much (in)credible science that explains why organic is a good choice for people and the planet, and more is published every week. The Organic Center summarizes the latest research into distilled bites so you can make informed choices. We only report on peer-reviewed studies and always will. Check out our research blog and sign up for our newsletter to get the latest science delivered right to your inbox.
Jan 22, 2019
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A recent study published in Agriculture, Ecosystems & Environment found that more resources for pollinators, more wild bees, and more types...
Jan 18, 2019
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A recent study published in the journal Organic Agriculture shows that some French dairy farmers are transitioning to organic production to improve...
Dec 15, 2018
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Using organic fertilizers like manure instead of synthetic, conventional fertilizer can have a beneficial impact on multiple measures of soil health,...
Dec 10, 2018
One of the coolest things about organic is that it forces us to think outside of the conventional agriculture toolbox. Instead of using toxic, synthetic pesticides and man-made fertilizer, organic...
Dec 09, 2018
In general, eating meat has a higher impact on the environment than a vegetable-based diet. When you do decide to eat a burger, however, you should still think about the best way to minimize your...
Dec 08, 2018
The last year has seen a jump in the number of long-term research studies about the benefits of organic farming. Researchers have had their eye on organic for a while now, and we’re starting to...
Dec 07, 2018
Choosing organic is still the best way to support healthy soils, and the organic food that you eat has a direct impact on the earth it was grown in. This year a long-term study found that organic...
Dec 06, 2018
Organic isn’t just important for decreasing the risk of pesticide exposure on food for you and your family, organic production also has some serious health benefits for farmers and farmworkers....
Dec 05, 2018
One of the big research focus areas this year centered on how organic farms impact the economy as a whole, and farmer liveliehoods in specific. One study found that organic hot spots – counties...
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