Organic
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What does organic mean?
Organic refers to foods and farm produce grown without agrochemicals or synthetic fertilizers, with care for the natural environment and the balance of ecosystems. In Japan the same idea is expressed as yuki, and only products with certification under the law may be labeled "yuki" or "organic."
In the food industry, organic vegetables, organic coffee, and organic processed foods are all in circulation, and demand is growing amid rising interest in health and sustainability.
Features and background of organic
System: in Japan, certification under the Organic JAS system set by the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries is required
Growing standards: no synthetic pesticides or chemical fertilizers, and genetically modified technology is prohibited
International standards: countries have their own organic certification systems, such as the EU's and the USDA's in the United States
Market growth: the global organic food market keeps expanding, with demand surging especially in Europe, North America, and Asia
Trend: from the standpoint of health, the environment, and ethical consumption, choosing "organic" is spreading across the whole lifestyle
How Agriture puts organic to use
Drying off-spec organic vegetables to achieve both food-loss reduction and sustainability
Related keywords
Organic food
Sustainable agriculture
USDA Organic
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FAQ
Q1. How do organic and natural differ?
A. Organic refers to foods grown and processed to certification standards, whereas "natural" has no clear standard.
Q2. Why are organic foods expensive?
A. Because they use no chemical fertilizers or pesticides, production is less efficient and takes more effort, so they tend to cost more than conventional foods.
