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.

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A new European study published in the Journal of Applied Ecology found that organic farms are able to support more species than conventional farms...

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A study out of Penn State and the University of Florida this year showed that pesticides may be killing honeybee larvae within their hives. The...

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A recent study published in JAMA Neurology shows that exposure to DDT may be associated with an increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers at...

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A recent study out of China found high levels of pollutants such as DDT in the Pearl River Estuary. The estuary is located in the southern Chinese...

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A recent study published in PLOS ONE shows that honeybee shortages may threaten the pollination of crops in Europe. In comparison with the...

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A current research study examining Saskatchewan prairie wetlands is finding that pesticides are wreaking havoc on local ecosystems. The...

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A recent report by Greenpeace detected toxic chemicals in a wide range of children’s’ clothing. Investigators looked at 82 items of...

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A recent article published in the journal Food Chemistry found that organic soybeans have a healthier nutritional profile than conventionally...

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A recent joint report by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and the American Society for Reproductive Medicine suggests...

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A joint report between Resource Media and the National Wildlife Federation details the severe consequences of toxic algal blooms in the...

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