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First-ever free easy consumer guide to the organic standards.

Biological Farmers Association has recently released downloadable consumer guide to demystify the Australian Organic Standard.  BFA or the ‘Bud’ is the most widely used and recognised Organic standard in Australia. 

This new reference guide is a simple alternative to the full version of the standard which is a consumer un-friendly technically worded 125p document. 

Although condensed, the reference guide still addresses all the important questions such as “What exactly is the difference between Organic and non-Organic Honey, Milk, Meat and Clothing, and encompasses all the rules which apply to Organic operators in Australia.

So What is Certified Organic?

Organic produce is grown and processed without the use of synthetic chemicals, fertilisers, or GMOs with a focus on environmentally sustainable practices. 

According to BFA “Organic systems are an innovative method of farming and production focused on soil and land health, and balanced eco-systems. Techniques used in organic agriculture deliver a diverse range of benefits and their potential is increasingly being recognised in the development of sustainable food and fibre technology for the future.”

Organic food is not just chemical-free. Organic farmers take a holistic approach to food production and handling, and the whole system is linked - Soil. Plants. Animals. Food. People. Environment. Health.

To read more on the benefits of organic read BFA’s 20 reason to go Organic Fact Sheet CLICK HERE.

Download the Full Guide Here (pdf file)