Published: 02/13/2014 - Updated: 01/28/2016
When you ask people on the street if they purchase organic products and why, the responses you will hear are diverse. Many buy mainly organically grown fruits and vegetables, they think that these are healthier, do not contain hazardous chemicals and have been grown without chemical fertilizers. Others suggest that the taste, texture and colour of the organic products is different, the vegetables are fresh, crisp and without extraneous flavors. A third group claims that, despite relatively frequently buying organic products, they are not sure if they really are better because sometimes they hear that there are no major differences between the products of organic and conventional agriculture, and studies on the subject are not conclusive. A much smaller group has decided to take on organics as a complete way of life: They are recognized by their clothing and customs, believing that recycling is paramount and quite often cycle to move around. In any case, studies have been reinforced around the world and interest in organic products is growing.
In case of doubts, the solution is: Read more!
Many consumers want more information when it comes to organic products and their health, and for this there are innumerable specialised books on the subject which can be obtained at low cost in a wide variety of places. If, for example, you want to develop a home organic garden, you will find very useful advice in these books and can read more about the subject, so you can avoid unnecessary efforts and achieve a succeful harvest in your garden.
In many countries, organic agriculture has not developed at the same pace as the countries of the European Community, where organic agriculture has seen a sharp increase in recent years, and thousands of families, communities and of course consumers have benefitted. A very important point to consider is the price: Generally to consumers it is very high and does not always have the guarantee that the products really are organic. Organic products are always identified and are safe for our health.
More and more people prefer organic
Organic products are produced in most countries, and initially were intended for select groups and convinced environmentalists. Today it is not only organic fruits and vegetables on the market, but also organic clothing, toys and even building materials. Many young women indicate that long ago they opted for the use of organic cosmetics, because they are safer than common products, protect the skin and prevent the premature appearance of fine lines and/or wrinkles.
However, not everyone has access to organic products: They are not sold everywhere, and it is often easier and more practical to quickly buy a packaged product in a supermarket at a great price. This is recognised by many young couples for example, who demonstrate their interest in healthy products but do not have the time or inclination to search for these products.
Biofuels
Biofuels are known in most countries, and are prepared from different elements, depending on what materials are available in a specific region. Environmentally friendly, economical and secure are the three important aspects which make biofuels an excellent choice for the future. Ecuador in South America is a clear example: A big oil exporting country which is now looking towards a new direction by making biofuels from sugarcane. This initiative has been promoted by the government since 2010 and today many gas stations distribute the biofuel to suppliers. The advantages of sugarcane biofuel are a clean fuel which protects vehicles and promotes local agricultural production.
Another well-known source is solar energy: A clean energy that by using different techniques has innumerable applications.
Much has been written about organic production in recent times and many interesting books can be purchased at low prices. It is very important for our children and youth to expand their knowledge of organics through reading, enhancing both environmental awareness and protection of the environment. In this way they may see organic production as an opportunity to access innovative jobs too.
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It is also important to consider that many diseases of our time, including cancer, allergies and intense skin problems relate to the use of chemicals and pesticides in agricultural production. Plants and animals are affected equally, and then humans consume the chemicals in the end product: food. However, organic products ensure healthy and sustainable food production and should be encouraged wherever and whenever possible.
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Katie
That example is very interesting and I would like to get informed a Little better about the topic, maybe the future waits with a lot of new careers for our kids which involve the use of organic products instead of the common ones and this is such a good idea!
Paul
You can find many ways of gaining resources without having to consume all the things that the nature give us, we need to create a sustainable environment well animals and plants have rights and the ecologic system is the one that is looking forward that, it is not a fashion, nor a lifestyle but a way of being a true kind human
Gary Collins
I hope that one day the people realize that organic is the bette way of choosing production, and elaborating things no matter what, always thinking in the environment and consumer safety before anything else, all this can be achieved but only if we all learn something and understand the importance of this step towards integrity
Stacy
So true. And this concept of “not a fad, it’s a lifestyle” is so applicable to..well, pretty much anything that truly matters. Fitness, diet, living. everything. I think also along with the organic consciousness rising, we should place even more importance on growing your OWN food organically, and if that’s not possible, then buying local.
Emily Grace B
This is a good starter article on some of the benefits of organic products, but I think an important point is missing:
Many people are SO disconnected with the way our food is grown and produced, and actually a lot of out-of-touch children will tell you that a chicken comes from a supermarket, not an egg! Only when you are involved in the process of growing your own food will you realise the true value of it, and this is one of the underlying problems with buying cheap, chemically enhanced products from a supermarket: The products have no real value and so are just as easily discarded causing a terrible food waste problem. Something has to change, and the organic revolution begins at home in your own garden, so get planting!