Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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What does "organic" mean?
Organic refers to the way in which agricultural products are grown and processed. Organic farming practices are designed to promote ecological balance and preserve biodiversity. This means using natural fertilizers, crop rotation and biological pest control instead of synthetic pesticides and fertilizers.
How are organic foods different from conventional foods?
Organic foods are produced without the use of synthetic pesticides, genetically modified organisms (GMOs) or synthetic fertilizers. They are also free of antibiotics and growth hormones commonly used in conventional agriculture. Additionally, organic farming practices focus on soil health and sustainability.
Are organic foods healthier?
Studies show that organic foods may contain higher levels of certain nutrients and antioxidants, the main reason many people choose organic foods is to avoid exposure to synthetic pesticides and other chemicals used in conventional agriculture.
Why are organic foods often more expensive?
Organic farming is usually more labor intensive and can have lower yields than conventional farming methods. In addition, the organic certification process involves additional costs for farmers. However, most people feel that the benefits of organic farming, such as environmental sustainability and the avoidance of synthetic chemicals, justify the higher cost.
Can I trust that a product labeled "organic" is really organic?
Organic products must be certified by a government-approved certification agency to carry the "organic" label. These agencies ensure that farmers and food producers meet strict organic production standards and adhere to organic farming practices.
What is the difference between apple varieties?
We offer 9 varieties of organic apples each with unique taste characteristics and benefits.
Granny Smith - sour, juicy, dense and refreshing with a firm consistency and high juice content. They are also suitable for preparing sweets and salads.
Idared– pleasantly sweet, moderately juicy and crunchy with weak acidity.
Golden Delicious – sweet, juicy, slightly aromatic and crunchy with low acidity.
Jonagold – sweet with a slightly sour taste, crispy and thick consistency with a creamy color.
Fuji – sweet, crunchy, dense and juicy with a slight pleasant aroma. They are ideal for making juice.
Pinova – sweet and sour with a fine aroma. They have a strong and smooth bark.
Enterprise – sweet taste with slight acidity. The pulp has a dense structure and a pleasant creamy color.
Mutsu – the flesh of the fruit is pleasantly yellowish, juicy and sweet with weak acidity.
Red chief – extremely beautiful, sweet, juicy, crunchy and aromatic.
Benefits by different colors:
The yellow ones, are useful are people who have liver problems! They contain carotene. Accumulating in the liver, carotene can be converted into vitamin A when needed. This makes it a provitamin.
The red ones are useful for cardiovascular diseases! This is because of the presence of polyphenols (plant-derived ingredients with protective properties) and quercetin (a powerful natural antioxidant)!
The green ones are good for the stomach and intestines! This is because of the presence of pectin (a natural type of fiber)! Pectin regulates the gut microbiome, which is responsible for obesity, irritable bowel syndrome, intestinal inflammation, etc.