The Latest Research on Organic

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 11, 2014

New study finds health benefits of organic food

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The study entitled “Higher antioxidant concentrations and less cadmium and pesticide residues in 2 organically grown crops: a systematic literature...

Jul 08, 2014

Press Release: The Organic Center launches major research effort to fight citrus greening

Organic growers to get critical help in battling deadly disease

Contact: Maggie McNeil (mmcneil@ota.com; 202-403-8514 or 202-615-7997)

WASHINGTON, D.C. (July 8, 2014) – On any day, a...

Jul 03, 2014

American Medical Association seeks ban on agricultural antibiotic use

The American Medical Association (AMA) adopted a resolution in June calling for the ban of antibiotics used in animal farming for growth promotion. This large-scale, inappropriate use of...

Jun 24, 2014

Prenatal exposure to pesticide may increase risk of autism

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A new study published in Evironmental Health Perspectives found that maternal exposure to pesticides can increase the risk of autism in...

Jun 12, 2014

World Health Organization Finds Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria are a Global Epidemic

A new report released by the World Health Organization (WHO) found that antibiotic-resistant resistance in bacteria is widespread around the world, presenting significant risk to human populations...