What is the difference in these raisins and organic? Doesn't no pesticide imply organic?
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While it does imply organic and may well be organic, there are other factors to being 100% organic. The type of fertilizers used would be one factor. I purchase these raisins all the time and they are the best I have ever eaten. Whether they are organic (and it just cost to much to certify) or not organic, they certainly have a head start on those purchased in the supermarkets in that no pesticides are used on them. If you try them, you won't be disappointed. I have mine ordered on "subscribe and save".
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Raisins come from grapes. To be all organic they would have to be from organic grapes and with no pesticides. This is my understanding. I buy Bob's Red Mill grapes because he has good products and I trust him. I buy many of his other products and they have all been good. I usually only buy organic.
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In the USA fresh grapes are sprayed with sulfites to make them last longer. So, only certified organic raisins or the ones you grow at home do not contain sulfites. Many of us are allergic to it.
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That is what I have understood about the term organic. Also, natural composting to boost soil rather than store fertilizer. I would contact the company directly before taking advice from a stranger.
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Ingredients read as follows: California organic raisins, so there is nothing else added. They are pure and natural.
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I haven't tasted the non-organic version, I bought it because it is one of the few organic honeys that I could find. I prefer organic whenever possible. It definitely tastes better than other non organic brands.
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The only ingredient is "Organic raisins." Nothing at all is added, and we love them.
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Amanda; I've been researching this for a few weeks, and 99% of raisins sold online or in a grocery store have "When packaging Raisins, sometimes a small amount of light vegetable oil is added to keep the raisins from clumping and sticking together. Free-flowing raisins are easier to pack. The amount of oil constitutes less than 0.10% of the product and must be listed per 100 grams of raisins."I have a friend who is a wine judge and foodie and she does not like the way that the oil affects the taste
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organic means organic farming: For example synthetic pesticides and all chemical fertilizers are prohibited. And there's a component to promote ecological balance and to conserve biodiversity. I think these are the common rules, since not all countries have the same set when it comes to "organic".In my humble opinion, the taste is not really different from non-organic tea (try a tomato or fruits in general and you'll notice more intense taste and smell). If done right, I take organic over non-organic for above reasons and am willing to pay a bit more for it.
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If it says "Organic", it is not touched by additives, chemicals, or "Anything at all". These are great tasting, sweet, and juicy raisins. Highly Recommeded!
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it is real silk .. just not organic. i don't know what the organic one. just like there is 100% cotton and 100% organic cotton.i assume one is grown organically just like food. the other they use pesticides etc..
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I went to their website and saw nothing about being organically grown. I see nothing about their farming process, in fact. As I commented below to another poster, it's great that these are non-GMO, but nothing about being organically grown.
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It isn't labeled as 'organic' but I grow organically and I have no problem using these. Generally it is anything that is treating a tree to kill pests that you need to be careful about the types of chemicals you are using, but when it comes to fertilizing them most things that would 'feed' them are beneficial to people as well. I've used these for years and have some terrific apples and pears every year, some of them heirlooms that others have problems growing.
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organic means organic farming: For example synthetic pesticides and all chemical fertilizers are prohibited. And there's a component to promote ecological balance and to conserve biodiversity. I think these are the common rules, since not all countries have the same set when it comes to "organic". In my humble opinion, the taste is not really different from non-organic tea (try a tomato or fruits in general and you'll notice more intense taste and smell). If done right, I take organic over non-organic for above reasons and am willing to pay a bit more for it.
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I'm looking at the jar. It's non-gmo verified. It does not specifically "pesticide free" or "organic".
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There is no text on the container indicating that it is organic / pesticide free.
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Because this is not Organic. Note the name of the producer is "Y.S. Organic Bee Farm". They do also sell the organic kind, just not this one. Quite misleading with the green label and all..
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Be aware that 'organic' only means that no pesticides were used during production and the mushroom was grown on a controlled substrate. Since mushrooms do not need pesticides at all and many only grow on very specific substrates, ALL mushroom products can be considered organic. What is more important is whether or not the product's active ingredients are bioavailable. They are not specified on the label, like many other mushroom products. It also makes it impossible to determine the value-for-money you get with this product.
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The Organic version is made without the use of pesticides, genetic engineering, and so on. This might be helpful to you:http://www.organic.org/home/faq
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i dont know sorry, i learn in nutrition class that they are very little benefit to organic food so i wouldnt worry.