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A new study published in the journal Ecological Economics has found that certified organic agriculture presents a sustainable livelihood strategy...
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.
Jun 25, 2018
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A new study published in theInternational Journal of Current Microbiology and AppliedScienceshas found that organic farming is linked to greater...
Jun 23, 2018
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It is understood that organic farming leads to substantial growth and improvement of soil microbial communities. However, few studies have...
Jun 21, 2018
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Neonicotinoid pesticides and glyphosate are widely used on crops, and their residues are often found together on crops. Neonicotinoids...
Jun 19, 2018
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It is commonly believed that while organic farming reduces pesticide use, it can also increase pest infestations if non-chemical control is not...
May 17, 2018
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A new study published in Environmental Geochemistry and Health has found that waterbirds from Central China are contaminated with pesticides. ...
May 16, 2018
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A recent study published in the Journal of Cleaner Production used U.S. state level data collected from 1997 – 2010 to better...
May 09, 2018
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Data from numerous studies demonstrate that on average, organic farms produce less crop per acre than conventional farms – known as the yield...
May 04, 2018
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A new study has linked prenatal exposure to organophosphate pesticides (some of the most widely used insecticides in the United States) with...
Apr 30, 2018
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A recent study published in the Journal of Cleaner Production used a life-cycle assessment to determine the environmental impact of organic rice...
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