Organic Agriculture
What is Food Irradiation?
Food irradiation is a new food safety technology that can eliminate disease-causing germs from foods. In an effort to make food less prone to bacteria contaminants like E. coli and salmonella, companies are exposing food to” ionizing radiation” to destroy … Continue reading
in Organic Farming, Organic Food & Grocery
recombinant Bovine Growth Hormones (rBGH)
In 1993, in spite of strong opposition from scientists, farmers and consumers, the FDA approved recombinant bovine growth hormone aka rBGH for use. rBGH is genetically engineered Bovine Growth Hormone injected into lactating cows so that they produce more milk. … Continue reading
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Organic Meat: No Antibiotics, Steroids or Growth Hormones
No Antibiotics Organic farming practices prohibit treating dairy cattle with antibiotics. Studies have proven that antibiotics (fed to cattle) are creating antibiotic pathogens, which are passed to those eating or drinking the animal products. Organic beef is also not treated … Continue reading
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Organic Cotton
According to the Organic Trade Association, “organic cotton is grown using methods and materials that have a low impact on the environment. Organic production systems replenish and maintain soil fertility, reduce the use of toxic and persistent pesticides and fertilizers, … Continue reading
in Organic Clothing, Organic Farming
What are Genetically Modified Organisms aka GMOs?
What are GMOs? GMO stands for “genetically modified organisms,” and are organisms that have been altered or modified through the gene-splicing techniques of genetic engineering. This relatively new science allows DNA from one species to be injected into another species, … Continue reading
