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.

Aug 19, 2019
Organic farms promote beetles that control foodborne pathogens spread by flies

Photo Credit: Federico Moroni

A recent study in the journal Biological Control surveyed beetle communities in conventional and organic farms, and found that only organic...

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Aug 12, 2019
More harmful pesticides should be more expensive: A case study with wine grapes

Photo Credit: Eva Fan

A recent study published in the journal Global Ecology and Conservation found that farmers are more likely to purchase less expensive pesticides, and...

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Aug 05, 2019
Combining flower strips and trap crops provides pest control without pesticides

Photo Credit: Paul Illsley

A recent study in the journal Insects shows that planting floral resources for natural enemies and in combination with a trap crop that draws...

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Jul 29, 2019
Organic farming promotes beneficial soil fungi for multiple crops and increases plant growth, health and yield

Photo Credit: Atik Sulianami

Organic farming helps bolster important beneficial soil fungi, leading to healthier plants. These fungi improve nutrient uptake and soil health...

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Jul 22, 2019
Crop and non-crop vegetation promote birds on organic farms—those surrounded by natural habitat attract the most beneficial birds

Photo Credit: Joseph Watson

Organic certification requires farmers to support important biodiversity such as birds and bees. While a lot of research has shown that more...

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Jul 15, 2019
Institutional kitchens have the leverage to significantly increase the purchase of sustainably grown food

Photo Credit: Jonathan Borba

A recent study in Journal Canadian Food Studies Special Issue: Food Procurement shows that large institution kitchens may be key players in...

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Jul 08, 2019
Organic fertilizer production faces constraints, limiting access for organic farmers

Photo credit: U.S. Department of Agriculture

Biological soil amendments like compost are essential for organic farmers, and in some places, organic fertilizer production...

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Jul 01, 2019
Organic coffee production supports important insect biodiversity

Photo Credit: Rodrigo Flores

It is well known that organic farming practices increase important and beneficial biodiversity. A recent study published in the journal Biota...

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Jun 27, 2019
New study shows that choosing organic is an easy way to avoid pesticide, antibiotic, and synthetic growth hormone residues in milk

Photo Credit: Andy Kelly

Milk is an important contributor to a healthy the human diet. It provides important protein, fat, calcium and vitamin D. Equivalents can be found...

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Jun 26, 2019
Press Release: What’s in your milk? Choose organic for the cleanest milk, says new study

Non-organic milk tests positive for illegal antibiotics, high levels of growth hormones

and controversial pesticide contaminants

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