Organic labels look simple, but their meanings vary. Learn what they really say so you can shop smarter and choose with confidence.

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When you see the word “organic” on your food, you assume it’s healthier and not made with scary chemicals. As this video explains, neither of those are totally safe assumptions. As we’ve talked about ...

THETFORD, Vt. — Was your tomato grown in dirt or water? Organic shoppers might notice additional labels this summer that will give them the answer — and tell them whether their choices align with what ...

We've seen the word "organic" associated with foods in our grocery stores for years. Yet, there was no way to know for sure what was, or was not, truly organic. Beginning Monday, Oct. 21, only those ...

“Organic” is supposed to mean clean, safe, and better for you—but in reality, it’s often just a marketing ploy dressed up in ...

While Petrie often buys organic, “I do question at times” whether the organic label adds anything but cost, she said. In Ralphs, where she usually shops, Petrie finds herself torn between her ...

For those who spend time in the organic produce aisle at the grocery store, the alluring image of pristinely grown fruits and vegetables can drive consumers to fill their shopping carts with the best ...

Honea is the chair of the Marketing Department at San Diego State University, and lives in Solana Beach. Critics of the organic food movement routinely question the value of its products. To this I ...

The National Organic Standards Board, an advisory committee to the US Department of Agriculture, voted to allow some crops grown hydroponically and aquaponically to have organic labels. Organic food ...

NEW YORK - Is paying more for organic milk, meat or a can of beans worth it? The "USDA Organic" label generally signifies a product is made with relatively minimal synthetic pesticides and fertilizers ...