Organic Vs Non-Organic
What is used to fertilize organic crops?
Natural fertilizers like compost
Why is non-organic food picked unripe?
It lasts longer in transport
What does the author think about “natural” being safer?
It’s a myth
What is one effect of conventional farming?
Global food security
How are pests controlled in non-organic farming?
Synthetic pesticides
Which farming method saves lives globally?
Conventional farming
Why might someone choose organic food according to the writer?
For environmental reasons
Which farming method is said to use fewer chemicals?
Organic
What is a common fertilizer used in non-organic farming?
Synthetic fertilizer
What is a potential cancer linked to chemical exposure?
Breast and prostate cancer
What is a misleading idea about organic food?
All natural things are safe
Which group is most likely to afford organic food?
Higher-income consumers
Which method is used to prevent disease in organic livestock?
Natural methods like rotational grazing
What is NOT allowed in organic animal farming?
Routine antibiotics
What’s the main reason some people choose organic food?
Environmental impact
According to the writer, people buy organic food because...
They are misled by marketing
What type of feed is given to organic livestock?
Organic, hormone- and GMO-free feed
What is hybridization?
Breeding plants for desired traits
What is the writer’s tone towards organic food in the final paragraph?
Critical and skeptica
Why might labeling a product as “natural” be misleading for consumers?
It makes people think the product is safer without scientific proof