Every wonder what labels actually mean on products?
Here are 5 eco-labels that draw attention to the good that their products do for the environment.
USDA Organic
What it means: Food is produced without antibiotics, genetic engineering or most synthetic fertilizers, and pesticides.
Seen on food products.
Rainforest Alliance Certified
What it means: Companies harvesting the food practice soil and water conservation. They also reduce the use of pesticides.
Seen on coffee, chocolate, bananas.
Fair Trade Certified
What it means: Food that is grown on small farms and the farmers receive a fair price when they sell their goods.
Seen on coffee, tea, chocolate, fruit, rice, sugar
Certified Humane
What it means: Animals raised for dairy, meat, and poultry products are treated humanely. Growth hormones are prohibited, and animals are raised on a diet without antibiotics.
Seen on eggs and meat.
Green Seal
What it means: Products are evaluated for environmental impact. They must meet recycling and bleaching standards.
Seen on napkins, paper, towels, and toilet paper.
You forgot the most important label, the recycling label.
http://www.goriseup.com has all of the recylcing bins and reusable bags for you or your business.
Animal Welfare Approved should also be included in your list. In addition to having the stricest animal welfare standards, Animal Welfare Approved promotes the use of responsible farming practices that protect the air, soil and water. You should check our website http://www.AnimalWelfareApproved.org and our mention in the NY Times this week http://www.nytimes.com/2008/09/17/dining/17eggs.html?_r=2&pagewanted=1&ref=dining&oref=slogin
Thanks!
People will want to look for Food Alliance Certified too for products grown in the US. It provides third party certification for compliance with rigorous standards covering care for the environment, safe and fair working conditions and humane animal treatment, all in one! http://www.foodalliance.org.
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