The term "organic" refers to food that has been produced using strictly limited amounts of chemical fertilizers and pesticides. In meat products, antibiotics for animals is kept to an absolute minimum. Under the "organic" label, genetically modified crops are forbidden while bodies governing organic foods demand more space for animals and higher welfare standards.
While the standard of food that you will be eating when choosing an organic product is unquestionable, the cost factor is a more concerning one. Due to organic crops being more vulnerable to pests and disease and it being more labour intensive, organic foods tend to be more expensive than conventional food. Taste-wise, the jury is still out on whether organic food does, in fact, taste better. The findings of studies to determine the benefits of organic foods are still in their early stages, but the results thus far show that many foods contain a much higher percent of antioxidants, omega-3 fatty acids as well as minerals.
