Why organic is more important than ever

A lot of people are sceptical about organic food. Our marketing assistant often hears doubts from her grandmother, who thinks organic is just an excuse to charge double the price. Her grandma frequently asks, “What’s so special about organic?”. But as we look around, we see organic food gaining traction. People are waking up to health and environmental issues. With changes like Brexit, the need for organic food is even more pressing—let’s not loaf around when it comes to our health!
Post-Brexit Changes
Brexit has shaken things up in the UK’s food supply. Before, we followed strict EU rules that kept our food safe. Now, there’s a risk of lower standards and cheaper, lower-quality food flooding in. In fact, since Brexit, 36 pesticides banned by the EU are now allowed in the UK. By choosing organic, you stick to high standards, ensuring you’re getting safe, quality food—no half-baked decisions here!
Organic Staples Matter
Staples like bread, milk, and veg are part of our daily diet, so their quality really matters. Organic staples are grown without harmful chemicals and pesticides and often have higher levels of nutrients and antioxidants. As an organic sourdough company, we know that good bread is essential. We use organic flour in all our loaves. When it comes to bread, you could say we’re really on a roll!
If you want to learn more about sustainable bread choices and the difference between organic and regenerative flour, check out our article, “5 Ways to Shop for Bread Sustainably“.
Why Is Organic Food More Expensive?
Organic products can be pricier due to sustainable farming practices, stricter regulations, and often lower yields. According to the FAO, here are some reasons for the higher cost:
- Environmental Protection: Higher prices support practices that protect the environment.
- Animal Welfare: Organic standards ensure higher welfare for animals, like our organic cheddar cheese and organic cheddar and onion bagels, made from cows raised under stringent conditions.
- Rural Development: Organic farming supports rural communities by creating more jobs and ensuring fair incomes for producers.
As demand for organic food grows, we expect new technologies to help bring costs down over time.
Health vs. Sustainability
Organic food is great for both health and the planet! It has fewer pesticides, no GMOs, and more nutrients. Plus, organic farming promotes biodiversity and keeps soil healthy. According to the Soil Association, 79% of people buy organic for health reasons, while 57% consider environmental benefits. By choosing organic, you’re looking after your health and helping the planet too — talk about a win-win situation!
Making the Organic Choice
Organic food is more important than ever, especially since food standards have taken a knock after Brexit. Choosing organic staples in your meals helps you stay healthy and is a win for the environment too. So, next time you’re out shopping, think about going organic. It’s a simple choice that makes a real difference—after all, you knead to make smart choices for your health!
Plus, we offer delicious organic brownies and cookies—a sweet treat that supports local farmers. Adding these organic goodies to your meals not only enhances flavour but also helps us choose healthier, sustainable options.