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.
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Bear Wallow Herbs
PO Box 803
Mount Shasta, CA 96067
(530) 462-4784
cara@bearwallowherbs.com
Bear Wallow Herbs creates all natural herbal medicine tinctures and salves. The most popular product is the herbal medicine first aid kit that prepares you to heal yourself naturally when faced with common injuries and illnesses.
Categories: Products; Lifestyle; Online Shopping; Cosmetics; Herbal Medicine; Body Oils; Beauty
Region: Siskiyou County
www.bearwallowherbs.com/
Bearlin Acres Farm
180 Mt Ash Ln
Shippensburg, PA 17257
(717) 530-3605
bearlin@pa.net
We offer a variety of natural fibers as well as livestock management tips and soap making information.
Categories: Products; Online Shopping; Textiles & Materials; Soaps; Wools; Yarns; Clothing; Jewelry
Region: Cumberland County
www.bearlinacres.com/
Beauty Naturally
850 Stanton Rd
Burlingame, CA 94010
(650) 697-1845
(800) 432-4323
sales@beautynaturally.com
Categories: Products; Lifestyle; Cosmetics; Testimonials; Creams; Lotions; Skin Care; Beauty
Region: San Mateo County
www.beautynaturally.com/
Bedemco, Inc.
200 Hamilton Ave
White Plains, NY 10601
(914) 683-1119
bedemco@bedemco.com
Categories: Grocers & Markets; Products; Lifestyle; Food & Drink; Dried Fruits; Employment / Internship; Produce; Vegetarianism & Veganism; Corporations; Seeds & Nuts
Region: Westchester County
www.bedemco.com/
Beija-Flor Naturals, LLC.
sales@beijaflornaturals.com
Categories: Grocers & Markets; Products; Lifestyle; Online Shopping; Cosmetics; Reading; Testimonials; Hair Care; Shampoos; Soaps; Creams; Blogs; Online Cosmetics; Skin Care; Corporations; Beauty
www.beijaflornaturals.com/
Bell Rock Growers, Inc
3700 N Twin Oaks Valley Rd
San Marcos, CA 92069
(888) 943-2847
info@bellrockgrowers.com
Categories: Products; Pets; Accessories; Pet Treats; Corporations
Region: San Diego County
www.bellrockgrowers.com/
Bella’s Best, LLC.
Atlanta, GA 30317
(404) 668-8167
bellasbest@gmail.com
Categories: Grocers & Markets; Products; Food & Drink; Baked Goods; Caterers; Services; Corporations; Organizations
Region: DeKalb County
www.bellasbestcookies.com/
Belle's Botanicals
236 W East Ave
Ste A
Chico, CA 95926
service@belles-botanicals.com
Our natural aromatherapy & body care products are handmade and are chemical, petroleum & animal free.
Categories: Products; Lifestyle; Cosmetics; Health & Therapy; Salts; Skin Care; Aromatherapy; Perfumes & Scents; Beauty
Region: Butte County
www.belles-botanicals.com/
Belmont Heritage Natural Foods
5000 E 2nd St
Long Beach, CA 90803
(562) 439-3444
Belmont Heritage Natural Foods is a natural foods market and cafe.
Categories: Products; Cosmetics; Supplements; Vitamins; Mom & Pop's; Produce; Beauty
Region: Los Angeles County
www.belmontheritage.com/
Belvidere Farmer's Market and Crafts
1940 N State St
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 519-4341
cjrobinson0217@msn.com
Categories: Grocers & Markets; Products; Lifestyle; Farmers' Markets; Food & Drink; Arts & Crafts; Family Fun; Artisan Markets
Region: Boone County
Better Choices - Miessence
(401) 954-8551
Categories: Products; Lifestyle; Online Shopping; Health; Reading; Testimonials; Lotions; Information
Region: Washington County
www.betterchoices.miessence.com/
Big Horn Mountain Alpacas
8 Bareback Dr
Parkman, WY 82838
(307) 655-9176
fmariann69@hotmail.com
Categories: Products; Clothing; Children's; Accessories; Alpaca; Pillows; Toys; Jewelry
Region: Sheridan County
www.bhmalpacas.com/
Biochar
Bendigo East, VIC 3550
Categories: Products; Fertilizers & Minerals
Region: Victoria, Australia
BioFarm Agricultural
Rockhampton, QLD 4701
(07) 4934 2922
jeff@biofarmag.com.au
Categories: Products; Fertilizers & Minerals
Region: Queensland, Australia
www.biofarmag.com.au/
Biofarm Products Limited
Palmerston North, NZ
06 354 8607
Categories: Products; Lifestyle; Farms; Recipes; Food & Drink; Milk; Cow Milk; Dairy Farms; Yogurts; Dairy
Region: Manawatu, New Zealand
www.biofarm.co.nz/
BirchKnoll Alpacas
3634 Anneewakee Rd
Douglasville, GA 30135
birchknollalpacas@hotmail.com
Categories: Products; Clothing; Yarns; Alpaca; Toys; Accessories
Region: Douglas County
www.birchknollalpacas.com/
Birdsong Community Farm
8933 AL Hwy 69 N
Cullman, AL 35058
(256) 796-2360
(256) 338-8151
Birdsong Community Farm is a small family farm producing fresh vegetables, fruits, grass-based meat & eggs, and handmade goods and crafts.
Categories: Products; Lifestyle; Farms; Produce Farms; Reading; Testimonials; Blogs; Jams & Jellies; Free Range Eggs; Grass-Fed Beef; Toys; Fruits & Vegetables; Arts & Crafts; Gardening; Artisan Markets
Region: Cullman County
www.birdsongfarm.webs.com/
Bitterroot Evergreens
478 Tushapaw Rd
Victor, MT 59875
(866) 642-3618
(406) 642-3618
wreath@montana.com
Bitterroot Evergreens offers fresh, handmade holiday wreaths and centerpieces from boughs they hand harvest from the surrounding mountains.
Categories: Products; Farms; Arts & Crafts; Christmas Tree Farms; Artisan Markets
Region: Ravalli County
www.evergreenwreath.com/
Black Sheep Farms
Bennington, NE 68007
(402) 765-8007
farm@blacksheepfarms.com
Black Sheep Farms is a chemical-free family farm offering CSA.
Categories: Products; Farms; Produce Farms; Clothing; CSA Farms; Free Range Eggs; Fruits & Vegetables; Plants & Flowers
Region: Douglas County
www.blacksheepfarms.com/
Black Sheep Organics Feed & Seed, LLC
PO Box 85
108 Hwy PP
St. Elizabeth, MO 65075
(573) 493-2175
info@blacksheepfeed,com
Our family supplies quality organic products.
Categories: Products; Fertilizers & Minerals; Feed & Grain
Region: Miller County
www.blacksheepfeed.com/