Farm fraud: Consumers spend billions on food that might not be organic

Farm fraud: Consumers spend billions on food that might not be organic

David Lightsey | 
Organic food sales are growing rapidly, with an estimated worth of $272.18 billion by 2027. The premium prices paid for ‘organics’ ...
Viewpoint: Does organic food taste better? No, but deceptive marketing can make you think so

Viewpoint: Does organic food taste better? No, but deceptive marketing can make you think so

David Lightsey | 
I have already illustrated that organic food is no safer or healthier as explained here and here, but many consumers have an ...
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Organic vs conventional: Which farming method is more sustainable? A case study from California

David Lightsey | 
California's Central Valley produces more than 250 different crops comprising one-fourth of the nation's food, including 40% of our fruits, ...
Viewpoint: Most consumers are ignorant of farming—and ‘easy targets’ for peddlers of organic food misinformation

Viewpoint: Most consumers are ignorant of farming—and ‘easy targets’ for peddlers of organic food misinformation

David Lightsey | 
For the last 15 years, I have taught an introductory nutrition course at a local junior college. On the opening ...
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