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.

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In a study published in the journal PLOS ONE, scientists at the University of Maryland and the U.S. Department of Agriculture identify a...

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Researchers have identified another mechanism linking bee population decline to reduced biodiversity. A study published in the Proceedings of the...

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As reported in a blog post on the Huffington Post written by “Coach” Mark Smallwood, Rodale Institute’s executive director, Rodale Institute...

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A recent study published in Nature's The ISME Journal reveals the profound effects crop rotation have on enriching soil with bacteria, fungi and...

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The long-absent western bumblebee, known to scientists as Bombus occidentalis, has been sighted in Washington state. This native bumblebee species,...

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In a study published on July 26 in Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry, researchers show that Pacific chorus frogs are being exposed to...

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Organophosphates, the pesticides blamed for killing at least 25 children in India, are widely used around the world. This is not the first...

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A new study published in Weed Technology shows that non-chemical controls of weeds can be more effective than herbicides. The study...

A study out of Sicily analyzing the sustainability of organic versus conventional orange and lemon orchards found that organic management has better environmental and energy performance...

Herbicides may be associated with depression, according to a new study examining agricultural workers in France. While there has been a large amount of research focusing on health...

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