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Welcome to our blog, where you'll find lots of organic-focused articles, competitions and events.

• Organic 101

  In the second episode of our mini series of podcasts with Jen Gale, aka Sustainable(ish), Jen is joined by Lee Holdstock from The Soil Association, Harriet O'Regan from Organic UK, and Guy Singh-Watson from Riverford to discuss all things organic.

• The Plight of the Humble Bee by Jen Gale

  Here's the first episode of our mini series of podcasts in collaboration with Jen Gale who writes and podcasts about all things Sustainable(ish).

• Why organic is the eco choice

  There are many reasons to choose organic and increasingly, people are doing so for the benefit of the planet. Kathy Slack takes a look into what makes organic farming better for the environment.

• Going organic: Nature has the answer

  At its heart, organic farming is about looking after nature so that nature can look after us. Hayley Coristine explains how the bees, birds, butterflies and all the other creatures that live on organic farms are protected.

• 5 organic heroes to enjoy on Desert Island Discs

  World leaders, film stars, scientists and musicians have all made their mark on the long-running BBC show since it began in 1942. Here we feature 5 of our organic heroes who shared their passion for farming in harmony with nature while picking out their favourite tunes.

• Organic alcohol – how is it different?

  As organic wine becomes easier to find in restaurants and shops, you may have noticed that organic ciders, beer and even gin have become available too. In fact, there’s never been a better time to try an organic beverage!

• 6 films that will change the way you eat

  From sustainable farmers in Devon to commercial beekeepers in the US, sit back, put the popcorn on, and take a closer look at the food on your plate and its many impacts on your health and our planet.

• Ethical eggs: how organic is different

  As shoppers and cooks, how do we choose the most ethical, flavourful and nutritious eggs available? As you scan the egg shelves of your supermarket, you may see idyllic images of hens roaming in wild flower meadows, but you’ll need to study the labels to know more about the welfare of the birds that laid your eggs.

• #FOODTALKS: How Can Food Help Us Address Climate Emergency & Injustice?

  Join Food for Talk to consider how food can help us address climate emergency and injustice. What practical actions can we take - as individuals, in the organisations we’re involved in, and as part of a broader movement for fair food systems and a just world? Hear insights from expert speakers and share your own questions and views.
  Food for Talks are brought to you by a partnership of the Food Ethics Council, Impact Hub Kings Cross, Organico, and London Food Link, part of Sustain: the alliance for better food and farming.

  17 June 2021 (5:00pm - 6:30pm)

  Online event

• Earth Day - how organic farming helps to restore our Earth

  “As the world returns to normal we can’t go back to business as usual,” boldly states the Earth Day website. It’s theme, this year, is: “To Restore our Earth”.
  In this article by Lizzie Rivera (Live Frankly) we explore how organic farming plays an important role in restoring our Earth.

• Swap to Organic Beauty: it's good for you and the planet!

  This week is Organic Beauty and Wellbeing week (7th-13th September), an initiative by the Soil Association to celebrate the power of organic and nature in skin and healthcare and to highlight some of the benefits of organic for both you and for the planet.

• Power of One Challenge - Win Organic Products

  One small swap can make a big difference. Take the Power of One Challenge, not only you will help nature to restore the planet, but you could win fantastic organic products from some of our favourite brands!