Question

When something is labeled organic, this means?

Answer 1

Answer:

By general definition, organic foods have not been treated with synthetic pesticides or fertilizers, and animals raised organically are not given hormones or drugs to promote more rapid growth. ... A label can include the word "organic" if the product contains a minimum of 95 percent organic ingredients.

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Answer 2

Answer:

Produce can be called organic if it's certified to have grown on soil that had no prohibited substances applied for three years prior to harvest. Prohibited substances include most synthetic fertilizers and pesticides.