The most commonly stated reason people buy organic food is avoidance of pesticide residues. Indeed, organic producers cannot use conventional synthetic pesticides, but that does not mean no pesticides ...

The USDA published a final rule in the Federal Register on Monday, amending the National List of Allowed and Prohibited Substances for organic foods. Some chemicals are allowed in organic production.

Understanding the specifics can help you make informed decisions about buying organic food. Produce, dairy and meat products ...

I spent two summers working on an organic farm near Nashville. During that time, I witnessed firsthand the meticulous cultivation of food as it traveled from the soil to a customer's hand. I learned ...

Organic dairy products account for 15% of all organic foods in the United States (1). Many consumers prefer organic cow’s milk because they believe it contains higher concentrations of nutritious ...

Elemental analysis offers scientists a method of determining the elements present in an organic compound, and in what quantity. Various fields of science rely on this type of analysis for research, ...