The Latest Research on Organic

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.

Sep 14, 2013

Persistent organic pollutants found in the Tibetan Plateau

Photo Credit: Steve Hicks

A new study published in Environmental Science & Technology shows that persistent organic pollutants (POPs) are present even in the pristine...

Sep 13, 2013

Algal blooms in Lake Erie will continue without decreased fertilizer runoff

Photo Credit: Dr. Jennifer L. Graham | U.S. Geological Survey

A recent study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences sheds some light on the record...

Sep 12, 2013

Apples may help to prevent colon cancer

Photo Credit: Nick Perla

Eating apples may help prevent colon cancer. According to a recent study published in the International Journal of Biological Macromolecules,...

Sep 11, 2013

Study: GMOs linked to leukemia and anemia

Photo Credit: Liz West

Be careful what you eat! Toxins produced by some Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) may be linked to developing leukemia and anemia. A new study...

Sep 10, 2013

Thirty years of organic: A success story

Photo Credit: Dwight Sipler

A new report published in Renewable Agriculture and Food Systems, entitled “Organic agriculture in the United States: A 30-year retrospective,”...

Sep 09, 2013

Drinking milk during pregnancy linked to adult height, lower risk of type-two diabetes

A new study published in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that women who drink 150 ml of milk a day or more during pregnancy had taller children with less risk of developing Type...