Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) are beneficial soil fungi that provide important services to plant and soil health by increasing nutrient cycling, and improving soil structure and...
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.
Mar 03, 2020
We are deeply disappointed to share that The Organic Center is unable to hold our fundraiser in Anaheim tomorrow, March 4, 2020, due to COVID 19 related cancellations from our sponsor companies,...
Mar 02, 2020
Photo Credit: Markus Spiske
Biodiversity is critical for the function of ecosystems both on and off the farm. In recent years, we’ve seen dramatic losses...
Feb 24, 2020
Map of climate related change in bumble bee populations from baseline period (1901-1974) to recent (2001-2014). Credit: Peter Soroye, Tim Newbold, Jeremy Kerr
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Feb 13, 2020
Researchers find that organic integrated crop-livestock rotations are as safe as or safer than conventional practices
Photo Credit: USDA
A groundbreaking study out of Iowa...
Feb 10, 2020
Photo Credit: Andy Holmes
Tension between biodiversity conservation and risk management of foodborne pathogens in agriculture has increased since a major E. coli outbreak...
Feb 03, 2020
Photo Credit: Greta Farnedi
There is a growing body of science that shows organic farming supports more biodiversity and can bring in more income than conventional farming...
Jan 28, 2020
Trailblazing biologist and activist Tyrone Hayes will be the keynote speaker at The Organic Center’s 17th Annual Benefit Dinner in Anaheim on March 4.
Dr. Hayes, a professor of Integrative...
Jan 27, 2020
Photo Credit: Luc Tribolet
Evidence continues to stack up to show that organic crop production is more energy efficient and reduces greenhouse gas emissions. A study...
Jan 20, 2020
Photo Credit: Amber Sciligo
A growing body of scientific evidence continues to show that planting a diverse range of crops (polyculture) and incorporating natural habitat...
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