Organic farmers allow outdoor access for animals and use preventive measures to deter disease. Instead of using chemical weed killers, herbicides, insecticides, antibiotics and hormones, they use natural fertilizers, beneficial insects and birds, and rotate crops. “Organic” refers to the way farmers grow and process their products. But even junk foods like candy canes, boxed macaroni and cheese and soda can carry organic labels making the case that just because it says organic doesn’t mean it’s healthy. Australians are also choosing organic foods more often especially younger women living in urban areas.Ĭoncerns over environmental exposures, genetically modified foods, and health drive many to seek out organic options. Organic farming is one of the fastest growing segments in US agriculture accounting for 3.5% of total retail food sales in 2010, up from 1.8% in 2003. Organic foods are increasingly popular, prevalent and in demand.

The offer of typical Calabrian organic products includes extra virgin olive oil, fruit juices, jams and fruits (lemons, oranges, clementines, pomegranates, kiwi) organic.By Stacy Kennedy, MPH, RD, CSO, LDN Reboot Nutritionist The Calabrian specialties they propose are, moreover, gluten-free and common allergen free, as both their raw fruit and the production laboratory have no contact with gluten or common allergens. Products in the “Le terre di Zoè” line only contain natural sugars from fruit and contain no thickeners, preservatives, or colourants. The company’s commitment is to guarantee transparency and quality with products that are natural and exactly as if they were made by our grandmothers. The company is continuously evolving when it comes to producing new and high-quality products, in order to promote consumer health and wellbeing. “Le terre di Zoè” products are notable for their artisanal production that still guarantees a high standard and the usage of certified organic products.

Le terre di Zoè is a Calabrian farm that has been handed down a family for generations located in the town of Gioia Tauro (RC).

Organic clementines