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.

Nov 25, 2013

City dwellers may be at risk for high pesticide exposure

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Several studies have shown that living close to conventional farms can increase your risk of pesticide exposure, but a new study published in...

Nov 22, 2013

Synthetic nitrate fertilizers may contaminate groundwater for decades

Photo Credit: Philippe Dermine

A new study published in PNAS warns that synthetic fertilizer use may have long-term consequences on environmental and human health....

Nov 20, 2013

Pesticides harm honey bee immune systems

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Research out of Italy confirms the harmful effects of neonicotinoid pesticides on honey bee health. The study, published in PNAS, examined the...

Nov 19, 2013

Yogurt may reduce symptoms of autism

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Another study will be released soon about the benefits of consuming probiotics, like those found in yogurt. The article is set to be...

Nov 18, 2013

Organic farms help mitigate climate change

Photo Credit: Liam Gumley, Space Science and Engineering Center, University of Wisconsin-Madison

New research by the Research Institute of Organic Agriculture (FiBL) shows...

Nov 15, 2013

Great-grandparents’ exposure to DDT may affect your weight

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New research shows that exposure to DDT could increase rates of obesity several generations down the line. Scientists at Washington State...

Nov 13, 2013

Agricultural use of antibiotics is a public safety risk

Photo Credit: Michael Mortensen

A panel convened by the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health released a report recently warning that the use of antibiotics puts...

Nov 11, 2013

Manganese-containing fungicides

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A recent study examining manganese (Mn) levels in children showed that Mn-containing fungicides could contribute to higher Mn exposure in utero. Mn...