The Latest Research on Organic

There is so much (in)credible science that explains why organic is a good choice for people and the planet, and more is published every week. The Organic Center summarizes the latest research into distilled bites so you can make informed choices. We only report on peer-reviewed studies and always will. Check out our research blog and sign up for our newsletter to get the latest science delivered right to your inbox.

Sep 19, 2013

Pesticides used on conventional bananas found in caimans

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A new study published in Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry found pesticide contamination in Costa Rican caiman blood....

Sep 18, 2013

Human Contraction of Anti-biotic Resistant Diseases Linked to Antibiotic Use on Pig Farms

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A recent study published in JAMA Internal Medicine shows that antibiotic use on pig farms can lead to human infection with anti-biotic resistant...

Sep 17, 2013

Threats of Antibiotic Resistant Diseases

A new report by the CDC details the threats of antibiotic resistant diseases on the public. One of the factors contributing to antibiotic resistance is the broad application of low doses of...

Sep 16, 2013

Arsenic-based drugs used in conventional chicken production may result in increased inorganic arsenic levels in conventional chicken meat

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In a study published in Environmental Health Perspectives, researchers at the Johns Hopkins Center for a Livable Future found that conventional...

Sep 15, 2013

50-year study on the impacts of inorganic fertilizer shows reduced soil structural stability

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Long-term use of synthetic fertilizers may have a negative impact on soil structure, according to a study published recently in the...

Sep 14, 2013

Persistent organic pollutants found in the Tibetan Plateau

Photo Credit: Steve Hicks

A new study published in Environmental Science & Technology shows that persistent organic pollutants (POPs) are present even in the pristine...

Sep 13, 2013

Algal blooms in Lake Erie will continue without decreased fertilizer runoff

Photo Credit: Dr. Jennifer L. Graham | U.S. Geological Survey

A recent study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences sheds some light on the record...

Sep 12, 2013

Apples may help to prevent colon cancer

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Eating apples may help prevent colon cancer. According to a recent study published in the International Journal of Biological Macromolecules,...

Sep 11, 2013

Study: GMOs linked to leukemia and anemia

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Be careful what you eat! Toxins produced by some Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) may be linked to developing leukemia and anemia. A new study...