#ChooseOrganic – it’s good for you, it’s good for the planet
Organic goes beyond a label – it’s a commitment to health, sustainability and fairness. It protects soil, water and biodiversity while supporting local supply chains and food security in South Africa. Choosing organic means supporting farmers who prioritise the environment and ensures quality, transparency and care in the food we consume.
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Why Organic?
Organic is a lifestyle, a philosophy and a science. It is a way of living in the world that is in harmony with nature. Healthy soils, ecosystems and people, are supported by organic farming practices.
Organic agriculture has been proven to be more efficient in times of climate change and drought, and far better suited to the large majority farmers who choose to farm in an ecologically-sound manner.
Why should you buy organic?
Food that is farmed organically is:
- More nutritious and tasty
- GMO-free and chemical-free
- Farmed in a way that reduces pollution and protects the soil and water
- From a system that preserves ecosystems and biodiversity
- Fostering social justice and fairness in the foodsystem
Organic food is better for your health!
Research has shown that food that is grown organically is better for our health.
Organic crops contain higher levels of important antioxidants, minerals, and vitamins such as Vitamin C, iron, magnesium, and phosphorus that are better for our bodies and our general immunity.
Organic food also minimises our exposure to pesticides and toxins. Children are especially vulnerable to pesticides and avoiding this in their diets is beneficial.
Organic farming is better for the environment.
Organic farming is a win-win for people, animals and the planet. It takes a Gaia holistic approach that works with Mother Nature to grow healthy, nutritious food while at the same time preserving earth’s natural ecosystems.
It offers a solution to some of our greatest problems: climate change, food insecurity and biodiversity loss.
Ways that organic farming positively impacts the environment:
- Eliminates persistent and harmful pesticides from entering the environment
- Builds healthy topsoil and prevents erosion
- Supports water conservation and water health
- Reduces carbon dioxide and helps slow climate change
- Preserves natural habitats for wildlife
- Supports animal health and welfare
- It doesn’t cause algae blooms or nitrate leaching from runoff from petroleum-based fertilisers often used in conventional farming
- Encourages biodiversity which protects humanity from future health threats.
Types of organic farming
There are many different terms used for farming methods that fall under the umbrella of organic agriculture. See our explanations here.
Organic Farming Methods
Organic farmers use best practices to produce healthy food without the use of synthetic and chemical inputs. Learn about land design, water management, soil health, companion planting, holistic livestock management and permitted inputs.
Local and global research
Data and research supporting organic agriculture versus conventional towards sustainable food systems and food sovereignty.
