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A recent study published in Organic Agriculture shows that some organic honey has natural antimicrobial activity that can combat the growth of...
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.
Jul 17, 2015
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The use of pyrethroid insecticides has increased drastically as they replace more toxic organophosphate and carbamate insecticides. However, a new...
Jul 16, 2015
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A new report released by the Swiss Research Institute of Organic Agriculture (FiBL) explores differences in the quality and sustainability of...
Jul 15, 2015
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The toxicity of pesticides to honey bees is determined by the harm they cause to bees when they come in contact with the thorax (the segment of...
Jul 14, 2015
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A new paper published in the journal Sustainable Agriculture Research examines results from six of the oldest grain crop-based experiments comparing...
Jul 13, 2015
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Many studies have demonstrated that organic farms harbor higher biodiversity than conventional farms. However, until now, few studies have...
Jul 09, 2015
A recent study published in the Journal of Insect Conservation has
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found that agrochemical use in conventionally farmed fields decreases...
Jul 06, 2015
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A new study published in the journal Science of the Total Environment has found that the flame retardant Dechlorane Plus (DP) is accumulating in...
Jul 02, 2015
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Phosphate flame retardants (PFRs) are commonly used and often found in household dust. Studies have shown that human exposure to older flame...
Jun 29, 2015
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A new study published in Organic Agriculture has found that peach and apple orchards grown under organic management have healthier soils, and plant...
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