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Some Chinese buying organic to avoid food contamination — but is it enough?

Development & Education

The Chinese are becoming more and more fond of purchasing organic produce–but not so much for the health benefits but because it can help them hopefully avoid tainted foods.

Fake organic foods proliferate from China

Environment
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Why Some Chinese Worry That Buying Organic Isn’t Good Enough

Global Politics

Audience Letters

The World

Natural Foods Gain Ground

The World

Organic Food Revolution in Cuba

Following the collapse of the Soviet Union four years ago, Cuba’s supply of fertilizers and pesticides was cut back 80 percent, its fuel supply cut in half. Now, there is an urgent need for the country to feed its people . . . but there is no money to buy farm chemicals or oil. So […]

The World

An Organic Farmer in India: Spiritual Connection to the Land’s Bounty

Sandy Tolan visits with a farmer in India whose health and environs suffered under the nation’s promotion of chemical pesticides and fertilizers. But he found renewal for his health, soil and spirit by turning to organic farming.

The World

Organic Food Revolution in Cuba

Following the collapse of the Soviet Union four years ago, Cuba’s supply of fertilizers and pesticides was cut back 80 percent, its fuel supply cut in half. Now, there is an urgent need for the country to feed its people . . . but there is no money to buy farm chemicals or oil. So […]

The World

Organic Cotton

Claire Green reports on the emerging market for organic cotton. The nation’s favorite “natural” fiber is usually grown and produced through a highly chemical-intensive process. Now consumer pressure, environmental regulations and health concerns among growers and processors is stimulating a movement to chem-free cotton.

Down on the (Organic) Fish Farm

The USDA’s advisory board makes a controversial decision that could allowed farmed fish as organic.