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Get ready to celebrate a healthier and more sustainable lifestyle because September is National Organic Month! This month-long celebration was created to raise awareness about the benefits of organic products and farming practices. Did you know that organic agriculture has been around for centuries, but it wasn't until the 20th century that it gained popularity? Today, more and more people are choosing organic options for their food, beauty products, and clothing. So let's join in on the movement and support our planet by going organic this September!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1940</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Organic Movement Begins</div><div class='timeline-text'>The term organic farming was coined by Walter James, 4th Baron Northbourne in his book "Look to the Land".</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1962</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Silent Spring Publication</div><div class='timeline-text'>Rachel Carson's book "Silent Spring", highlighting the environmental impacts of chemical pesticides, raises public consciousness about organic farming.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1972</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Organic Certification Program</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Organic Foods Production Act establishes the National Organic Program (NOP), setting requirements for certification of organic food production.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1990</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Adoption of Organic Standards</div><div class='timeline-text'>US Congress approves the Organic Foods Production Act, establishing the National Organic Standards Board and a set of universally recognized organic standards.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2002</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Implementation of NOP</div><div class='timeline-text'>US Department of Agriculture begins implementing the National Organic Program standards for products to be labeled as organic.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2011</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First National Organic Month</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Organic Month is established to raise awareness of organic products and promote more sustainable living, celebrated in September each year.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Plant a vegetable garden</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Celebrate National Organic Month by starting your own vegetable garden! This way, you can ensure that your produce is 100% organic and free from harmful pesticides and chemicals.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Shop at local farmers' markets</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Support your local farmers and celebrate organic month by shopping at farmers' markets. You'll find a variety of fresh, organic produce and can connect with the people who grow it.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Try new organic recipes</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Expand your culinary horizons by trying new organic recipes during National Organic Month. You can find plenty of delicious and healthy options online or in cookbooks.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host an organic dinner party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite friends and family over for an organic dinner party. Show off your cooking skills and educate others about the benefits of organic food.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go on an organic farm tour</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take a trip to a local organic farm and learn more about sustainable farming practices. You'll gain a deeper understanding and appreciation for where your food comes from.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Promotes healthy and sustainable living</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>One of the main reasons why National Organic Month is important is because it helps promote a more conscious and healthy approach to our food choices. By choosing organic products, we not only support a more sustainable way of farming, but also provide our bodies with the essential nutrients needed for optimal health.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Reduces exposure to harmful pesticides and chemicals</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Organic farming relies on natural methods to control pests and diseases, rather than relying on synthetic chemicals that can be harmful to our health. By choosing organic products, we can reduce our exposure to these potentially harmful substances and contribute to a healthier environment.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Supports small-scale and local farmers</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Organic farming tends to be more labor-intensive and smaller in scale compared to conventional farming. By supporting organic products, we are also supporting small-scale and local farmers who may not have the resources to compete with larger industrial farms. This helps create a more diverse and sustainable agricultural system for our communities.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Organic agriculture enhances soil fertility</h3><p class='facts-content'>Organic farming focuses on utilizing natural materials and methods to enhance soil fertility, contributing to a better and more sustainable use of land resources. </p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Organic farming promotes biodiversity</h3><p class='facts-content'>The practices used in organic farming such as crop rotation, companion planting and the use of cover crops, encourage a diversity of species in the agricultural ecosystem.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The organic sector is steadily growing</h3><p class='facts-content'>Sales of organic products have seen a steady growth over the years, showing an increasing consumer awareness and preference for organic over conventionally grown products.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Organic food can have higher nutritional value</h3><p class='facts-content'>Several studies suggest that organic foods may contain higher levels of certain nutrients compared to their conventionally grown counterparts, due to the absence of synthetic fertilizers and pesticides.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Organic standards strictly prohibit the use of GMOs</h3><p class='facts-content'>In organic farming, the use of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) is strictly prohibited, thus ensuring that the products are as natural as possible.</p></div></div>
National Organic Month is celebrated on September 1st every year. In 2024 National Organic Month will occur on a Sunday.
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