How can I make a difference?

You hold the key to healing our planet.

Every time you choose organic, you are casting a vote for clean air, pure water, wholesome food, and resilient soil. You are voting for a future that is brighter and better, one where human health is measured not just by blood pressure and calories, but by true well-being.

Begin at Home:

• Purchase Organic: Buying organic products is the most effective way to support organic practices.
• Connect with Local Growers: Visit your local farmers’ market and get to know the farmers.
• Look for the Certified Organic Seal: This ensures that the product was grown and produced without harmful chemicals.
• Choose Pasture-Raised and Grass-Fed: When purchasing meat and dairy, opt for pasture-raised and grass-fed varieties.
• Compost Kitchen Scraps: Turn kitchen scraps into valuable soil amendments for your garden or share them with neighbors.
• Plant Pollinator-Friendly Flowers: Attract native wildlife and pollinators to your area by planting pollinator-friendly flowers.
• Consider Beekeeping: Protect pollinators by beekeeping in your backyard.
• Avoid Chemical Weed Killers and Fertilizers: Skip chemical weed killers and lawn fertilizers.
• Volunteer at Local Farms: Research local farms and offer to volunteer.
• Educate Children: Teach your kids about healthy food choices and environmental conservation. Use resources like the school gardening curriculum.

On the Farm:

• If you’re engaged in farming, assess your current farming methods and try to eliminate any harmful substances and practices. Adopt a biological approach and aim to minimize external inputs while maximizing farm waste through recycling.
• For those who are considering a shift towards organic practices, reach out to our Organic Crop Consultants for guidance or enroll in our Transition to Organic online course.
• Consider obtaining certification in organic farming if you haven’t already.
• Minimize tillage activities on your farm and explore organic no-till methods, including using a roller-crimper.
• Promote biodiversity by setting aside farm areas as wildlife habitats and planting flowering crops to support pollinators.
• Educate children about healthy eating habits and environmental stewardship, instilling values of sustainability and conservation.