How do I identify an ORGANIC coffee?

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Organic products, also called Biological or Organic, are Cultivation through a sustainable production system that integrates the best environmental practices and guarantees the conservation of natural resources, promoting traceability and sustainability throughout the supply chain.

A food is considered organic when its production respects the environment, avoiding the use of chemicals, pesticides or synthetic fertilizers. In its Cultivation and elaboration Process, only 100% natural products are used, assuring a higher quality and responsible origins.

  • Bio: Refers to products that have not been genetically modified (transgenic).
  • Organic: Indicates that the product is free of chemical synthesis compounds and has been made exclusively with natural ingredients.

According to European Community legislation, the terms “ECO” (organic), “BIO” (biological), “SUSTAINABLE” and “ORGANIC” are synonymous. All designate products grown without pesticides or chemicals, respecting natural cycles, without genetic manipulation and with a positive impact on the environment, on the local farming and livestock community and on the quality of the final product.

What is an ORGANIC product?

Organic products, in the same way as organic products, share the singularity of not having been artificially processed or having used chemicals, pesticides or fertilizers during any of its stages.

It is an alternative form of consumption that supports the care of the environment.

How to identify an ORGANIC product?

These are foods that have not undergone any modification during the manufacturing process, as is the case, for example, with some fruits or vegetables in the traditional market to which chemicals are added to improve their texture, color or aroma.

The key to distinguishing an ORGANIC product lies in its labeling. There are several seals that certify it, such as the EU Organic Bio or the ‘euroleaf’, a rectangular logo consisting of a herringbone of stars on a green background.

Why choose an ORGANIC product?

They are products that carry out a Natural Process of Species selection, in short, that the raw materials of the products, whether they are animal or vegetable species, are selected naturally and are not genetically altered to improve their characteristics.

They contribute to the care of biodiversity, the good treatment of Species in ecosystems.

They have more nutritional contributions. Fertilizers improve the appearance of foods, but significantly reduce their nutritional qualities. This is not the case with organic products.