O = Organically Grown – taking care of the Earth

We have a duty to care for the soil and water on which we depend. In the Genesis story Adam was created from the soil of the earth. We share our planet with the diverse creatures that make up the Earth community, including the millions of creatures that live in the soil.

The pesticides and herbicides that are used to grow our food are causing the pollution of our rivers and loss of species, and are a threat to bees which are vital to the food production itself. Pesticide mixtures may be harming human health. Soils without organic matter become lifeless, instead of teeming with worms and other soil creatures. By choosing organic food we will have healthier soils. We will see meadows rich with wild flowers and rivers full of fish again.

Tip: look for the Soil Association logo.

LOAF stands for food that is Locally produced, Organically grown, Animal friendly or Fairly traded.