Finding Organic Products
Organic products have taken the marketplace by storm in recent years. Every aisle in the grocery store is beginning to see its share of natural, organic offerings. While people generally think of food when “organic” is mentioned, products as diverse as cosmetics, clothing, household cleaners, garden supplies, and bedding are also offered with organic certification.
The USDA's National Organic Program (NOP) grants organic certification based on several factors. Products cannot contain any genetically engineered organisms (GEOs), irradiated ingredients, or ingredients grown using sewage sludge fertilizer. Packaged foods must be made with at least 95% organic ingredients in order to show the “USDA Organic” seal on their main label. At least 70% organic content is required to make a “Made with organic ingredients” claim. Anything designated “organic” must have the name and address of a certifying agency accredited by the USDA on its label. These stringent requirements contribute to healthful, chemical-free products which are increasingly favored by consumers.
The most common organic choices are produce, dairy, and meat products. Many consumers go the next step to avoid household cleaners and pest controls made with toxic chemicals, opting instead for organic alternatives which are touted as being safer for the environment and for human health. Still others avoid conventional cosmetics and fabrics which come in regular contact with the skin.
Organic products are nearly always more expensive than their conventional equivalents. Depending on the product, the difference may be minimal or dramatic, but many believe the benefits are worth the extra outlay either way. To make the most of their shopping dollars, consumers do well to investigate which conventionally grown products are highest in pesticides and other chemicals. For example, while peppers, berries, and other thin-skinned fruits and vegetables tend to be high in chemical residues, bananas and other crops with thicker skins removed before consumption have very little residue. Some crops are also naturally more prone to pests or disease than others, and so receive more treatments.
Organic & Sustainable Products Directory
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14 Acre Farm
158 E White Bear Dr
Summit Hill, PA 18250
(610) 509-6829
wegrowveggies@msn.com
Categories: Grocers & Markets; Products; Farms; Produce Farms; CSA Farms; Food & Drink; Baked Goods; Fruits & Vegetables; Caterers; Services
Region: Carbon County
www.14acrefarm.com/
2U Organics
02 9531 8665
Categories: Grocers & Markets; Products; Food & Drink; Services; Delivery; Produce
Region: New South Wales, Australia
4 D ACRES Inc.
PO Box 1218
Louisburg, KS 66053
(877) 837-4119
(913) 271-1832
4 D ACRES carries 100% pure, all-natural emu oil as well as meat, lotions for skin care, purple emu products, emu egg art, and more.
Categories: Products; Lifestyle; Farms; Cosmetics; Reading; Testimonials; Hair Care; Blogs; Eggs; Body Oils; Dried Meats; Emu; Beauty
Region: Miami County
www.4dacresemuoil.com/
A Woman of Uncommon Scents, Inc
PO Box 103
Roxbury, PA 17251
(800) 377-3685
(717) 530-0609
rshapiro@epix.net
We are an importer of extraordinary essential oils.
Categories: Products; Cosmetics; Body Oils; Beauty
Region: Franklin County
www.awomanofuncommonscents.com/
A Wrinkle In Thyme Farm
106 Black Mountain Rd
Sumner, ME 04292
(207) 212-4058
info@awrinkleinthymefarm.com
Categories: Products; Lifestyle; Farms; CSA Farms; Textiles & Materials; Syrups; Fabric & Fiber
Region: Oxford County
www.awrinkleinthymefarm.com/
Aberdeen Mills
2405 Mill Rd
Elizabethtown, PA 17022
(717) 371-6492
info@aberdeenmills.com
Categories: Products; Lifestyle; Farms; Produce Farms; Reading; Textiles & Materials; Balms; Blogs; Poultry; Jams & Jellies; Berries; Free Range Eggs
Region: Lancaster County
www.aberdeenmills.com/
Abigail's
abigailshoney@windstream.net
Categories: Products; Lifestyle; Online Shopping; Reading; Soaps; Honey; Balms; Blogs
Region: Fayette County
www.abigailsoap.com/
About Food
Port Macquarie, NSW 2444
Categories: Grocers & Markets; Products; Food & Drink; Retailers
Region: New South Wales, Australia
Accoyo Alpacas Blue Ribbon
4320 Damascus Rd
Gaithersburg, MD 20882
(301) 570-0009
info@fullaccoyo.com
Multiple generations of consistent quality make the Accoyo bloodlines highly desirable and much sought after. Visit our sales page for full Accoyo Alpacas.
Categories: Products; Clothing; Yarns; Alpaca; Tours; Accessories
Region: Montgomery County
www.marylandalpacas.com/
ACME Grain / Soaring Eagle Organic Farms
20900 Edgerton Rd
Edgerton, KS 66021
(913) 893-6797
contact@acmegrain.com
Categories: Products; Farms; Grass-Fed Beef; Free Range Chicken; Feed & Grain; Bean Farms
Region: Johnson County
www.acmegrain.com/
Addison-Oaks Christmas Tree Farm
355 Lake George Rd
Oakland, MI 48363
(248) 814-0583
addison_oaks@yahoo.com
A Christmas tree farm where trees are cleaned and trimmed at no charge.
Categories: Products; Farms; Arts & Crafts; Christmas Tree Farms; Artisan Markets
Region: Oakland County
www.addisonoakstrees.com/
Afterbath Essentials
naturalcosmetix@gmail.com
Categories: Products; Online Shopping; Household; Cosmetics; Lotions; Candles & Incense; Online Cosmetics; Skin Care; Perfumes & Scents; Beauty; Bath & Body
www.afterbathessentials.com/
Afterglow Cosmetics
(866) 630-4569
Afterglow Cosmetics offers a complete line of natural and organic infused cosmetics.
Categories: Products; Lifestyle; Online Shopping; Cosmetics; Testimonials; Online Cosmetics; Beauty
www.afterglowcosmetics.com/
Afterthought Farm, Inc.
882 N 1700 E Rd
Owaneco, IL 62555
(217) 824-7833
(217) 823-5550
vicki@afterthougthfarm.com
Categories: Products; Farms; Cosmetics; Shampoos; Soaps; Balms; Milk; Free Range Eggs; Free Range Poultry; Lotions; Candles & Incense; Body Oils; Online Cosmetics; Beauty
Region: Christian County
www.afterthoughtfarm.com/
Agape Organics
7425 Franktown Rd
Washoe Valley, NV 89704
(775) 885-1988
Categories: Products; Farms; Pick Your Own Farms; Produce Farms; Fruits & Vegetables; Mom & Pop's; Gifts
Region: Washoe County
www.agapeorganics.com/
Alaska Grow Buckets
PO Box 874689
Wasilla, AK 99687
akgrowbuckets@gmail.com
Categories: Products; Lifestyle; Gardening; Garden Supplies
Region: Alaska
www.alaskagrowbuckets.com/
Alaskan Hen House
alaskanhenhouse@gci.net
Alaskan hen house raising poultry the fun, natural, and family way.
Categories: Products; Farms; Produce Farms; Clothing; Poultry; Jams & Jellies; Eggs; Duck
Region: Matanuska-Susitna County
www.freewebs.com/siberianmama/
Albany Artisan Craft and Farmers Market
Albany, NY 12201
Categories: Grocers & Markets; Products; Farmers' Markets; Food & Drink; Arts & Crafts; Family Fun; Artisan Markets
Region: Albany County
www.albanyfarmersmarket.co.nz/
All Green Essential
PO Box 41233
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 270-0723
(901) 236-8372
sales@allgreenessential.com
Producer of green cleaning and herbal bath products.
Categories: Products; Cosmetics; Cleaners; Online Cosmetics; Beauty
Region: Shelby County
www.allgreenessential.com/
All Rare Herbs
Mapleton, QLD 4560
Categories: Products; Seeds
Region: Queensland, Australia