organic

Sep 13, 2021

Economic performance of organic farming is improved by diverse crop rotations, but not reduced tillage

There is a growing body of science that shows organic farming is more profitable than conventional. While this is largely attributed to higher premiums paid for the organic brand, a recent study...

Sep 06, 2021

Organic farming is closest match to model system of sustainability, with opportunities to improve

Farming comes in all shapes and sizes and varies in levels of sustainability, though there has been a growing global push for all farming to become more equitable and better for human and...

Apr 09, 2020

Press Release: Organic agriculture – the recycling bin for nitrogen

The Organic Center collaborates in new study that finds organic ag can curb nitrogen pollution

WASHINGTON, D.C. (April 9, 2020)—Nitrogen is part of the foundation for all life. But too much of a...

Apr 06, 2020

Sustainable palm oil produces high yields while benefiting public and environmental health

Palm oil is a widely used ingredient in processed foods and a popular cooking oil that is often preferred for its affordability when compared to other vegetable oils. Unfortunately, oil palm...

Mar 30, 2020

Net benefit of birds increases on organic farms surrounded by more natural habitat

Photo Credit: Ron Dauphin

Certified organic farms are required to support biodiversity, which in return provides important services back to the farm and improves...

Mar 23, 2020

Organic is more profitable than conventional in Northern Philippines

Photo Credit: Alejandro Luengo

While organic farming benefits the health of the environment and those who farm that land, it is critical that organic farming is profitable...

Mar 16, 2020

Organic farming increases important soil fungal abundance and diversity

Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) are beneficial soil fungi that provide important services to plant and soil health by increasing nutrient cycling, and improving soil structure and...