Organic is the original good for people, good for planet choice. It’s always been sustainable, soil regenerating, non-GMO, toxic synthetic pesticide-free, healthy, climate-smart and tasty.

Organic is everything you're looking for in healthy, responsibly sourced food - and it’s backed by rigorous third-party inspections and federal certification.

In a sea of food labels promising unclear, undefined or unverified benefits, USDA Organic stands tall, with clear science-backed benefits and standards as high as your own.

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Agriculture has an enormous impact on our waterways and environment – but unlike conventional agriculture which uses toxic synthetic chemicals, pesticides, fertilizers, fungicides and more, organic practices work hand in hand with the Earth to combat climate change and promote thriving ecosystems.

By tapping into the power of ecosystem services, An ecosystem service is any positive benefit that wildlife or natural ecosystems provide to people. The benefits can be direct or indirect—small or large. organic farms give back and regenerate the land while producing food and fibers. With strict organic standards in place, farmers become environmental guardians, safeguarding precious natural resources as key players in the battle against the climate crisis.

Federally guaranteed and traceable from the farm to your cart. 

*As compared to conventional farming 

studies prove the positive impacts of organic farming on our environment, like:

NO TOXIC PESTICIDE POLLUTION

HEALTHIER SOIL AND BETTER WATER QUALITY

SEQUESTERS MORE CARBON

MORE BIODIVERSITY

LESS GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS

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It’s nutritious and delicious. Research shows that when you opt for organic, your body’s getting more of the good stuff – not the toxic synthetic chemicals. Organic is the real deal – it’s the only label federally certified to always be non-GMO GMOs, or Genetically Modified Organisms, have been modified with additional genetic material. Farming with GMOs promotes an increased use of toxic pesticides and has created pesticide-resistant "super weeds." Many countries around the world have already banned GMOs for the threat they pose to people and the planet. and free from chemical preservatives, antibiotics and toxic synthetic pesticides. No exceptions.

And, by eliminating toxic synthetic chemicals from our food, soil, air and water, organic farming protects farm workers, their families and communities. These practices create a safer and healthier environment that benefits us all. Organic lifts up the whole community. Supporting local economies and creating healthy opportunities that address rural economic development needs, it’s good for individuals and communities.

RESEARCH SHOWS ORGANIC FOODS CAN BE GOOD FOR OUR HEALTH BECAUSE THEY MAY OFFER:

NO
ANTIBIOTICS

NO SYNTHETIC GROWTH HORMONES

NO TOXIC PESTICIDES OR FERTILIZERS

BETTER
NUTRITION

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