Organics

From a solar powered water irrigation system to a sheep’s wool compost: RHS Chelsea Sustainable Garden Product of the Year Shortlist 2022

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RHS Chelsea Flower Show, the world’s greatest flower show, returns in spring with stunning garden designs, gorgeous floral displays and endless shopping. The RHS Chelsea Flower Show Garden Product of the Year was launched in 2021 to recognise the best new garden products at the show. In line with the ever increasing importance to ensure … Read more

Mother of Pearl: ‘I struggled coming into the fashion industry – I’m not a natural fit’

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Growing up off grid inspired designer Amy Powney’s passion project, No Frills, a range of fully traceable, ethical clothes

Organic farming not always best for environment, says government adviser

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Lord Krebs claims that organic farming needs more land than conventional methods to produce the same yield

Investing in sustainable agriculture by converting farms to ‘beyond organic’

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A San-Francisco based fund aims to target conventional farms and make them sustainable while providing high returns to investors. Can it work?

Will eating organic food make you healthier?

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A major new study has found that organic foods contain higher levels of antioxidants and less harmful chemicals than conventionally farmed produce. But does that mean they are better for you? With your help, Karl Mathiesen investigates.

Let us know your thoughts. Post in the comments below, email karl.mathiesen.freelance@theguardian.com or tweet @karlmathiesen

Why it’s vital the organic food industry is given room to grow

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Take it from this mung bean-munching Guardianista – organics could solve many of the UK’s problems with food poverty and how we eat