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Organic Food!

Large commercial farming systems depend heavily on the use of synthetic chemicals, which often expose farm workers and their families to high levels of pesticides. The World Health Organization estimates that one million people are poisoned by pesticides each year, with 20,000 deaths.

Also, some environmental and consumer advocates believe that pesticide residues on food and in water supplies can have negative health impacts. Many farmers use growing methods that are safer for the environment and human health.

Organic farming works to maintain healthy soils, clean water, healthy foods, and a thriving ecosystem. No synthetic pesticides or other synthetic chemicals are used in organically grown foods.

Don't Panic Eat Organic

 

 

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