Organic Food - Types
Based on the production, organic food may be available in the market as fresh or processed
A.Fresh organic food:
Most of the organic food sold in the markets and various outlets is in the fresh form. Fruits, vegetables, meat, egg and dairy products fall under this category.
B.Processed organic food:
Processed food are widely popular and covers a huge range in any super market the world over. Various products such as canned foods, frozen vegetables and other ready-to-eat foods are labeled ‘organic’, if the production and processing of these foods have not involved the use of any chemicals and if they conform to the required standards. Needless to say these foods are usually more expensive than the non-organic ones.
It is important for the consumer to check for government certification before buying any food that claims to be “organic”.
