Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about organic milk and dairy products. If you have any further questions, please email OMSCo on gill@omsco.co.uk
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Why is organic milk better for child health than non-organic milk? |
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We believe that organic milk is it is particularly important for child health. Some experts believe that children may be particularly susceptible to pesticide residues - they have a higher intake of food per unit of body weight than adults, have immature organ systems and may have limited ability to detoxify these substances.
According to the Food Standards Association (FSA) "Organic food contains fewer residues of pesticides used in conventional agriculture, so buying organic is one way to reduce the chances that your food contains these pesticides"
For more information visit Why Organic |
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Can organic milk prevent my child from developing an allergy? |
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The British Society for Allergy, Environmental and Nutritional Medicine believes there is good evidence linking the rise in incidents of allergies with a general over exposure to chemicals including pesticides, because they may dirupt our immune systems.
That’s why organic standards also apply to any products made with organic milk such as yoghurts, cheese or ready meals. Only 30 additives are permitted in organic food, compared with 7,000 permitted in non organic food.
For more information visit Why Organic |
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How can organic milk increase my fertility? |
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The rise in human fertility problems has been linked to pesticides. Five out of the 12 most commonly found pesticide residues are suspected to be hormone disrupting chemicals (EDCs), which can have a negative effect on fertility. |
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Can I get organic milk delivered? |
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Yes, many delivery services offer organic milk. Call your local delivery service to find out if it is available in your area.
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Is organic milk always full fat? |
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No. You have the option of buying full fat, semi-skimmed or skimmed organic milk, just like non-organic milk. |
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How long does it take for a farm to convert to organic production? |
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It takes around two years for a dairy farm to convert to organic production - and a lot of hard work! Until a farm is fully converted, the milk cannot be sold as organic.
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Is organic milk safe for babies? |
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Cow's milk - whether organic or non-organic - should never be given to babies under one year old. However, once your baby is ready for cow's milk we would argue that organic is safer and healthier than non-organic milk. There is a wide range of organic baby food available, which we believe is much better for children's health. |
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Does non-organic milk last longer than organic milk? |
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No. Both non-organic and organic milk should stay fresh for the same length of time. Always keep milk refrigerated and check the ‘best before’ date before purchasing it. |
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What does your classification of 'organic' really mean? |
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To call a product organic it has to have been produced in a specific way according to a number of rules and regulations which have been designed to ensure the best possible practice for human health, animal welfare and the environment. Principally these rules prohibit organic farmers from the use of artificial pesticides and fertilisers, GM cattle feed and the routine use of antibiotics.
For more information visit Organic Standards |
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How do I know the classification 'organic' is really true? |
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The Advisory Committee on Organic Standards (ACOS) is the UK government authority responsible for the approval and supervision of organic certification bodies such as the Soil Association and Organic Farmers & Growers. There are ten such bodies in the UK.
Any food product sold in the EU that is described as organic must be labelled according to EU regulations.
Fore more information visit Organic Standards |
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