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Ahhh, coffee—the elixir of life for many. It kickstarts your day, keeps you fueled, and unites aficionados globally. Amidst this journey of aromatic addiction, one term gaining traction is "organic coffee." But what is it, and why should it be part of your daily coffee ritual? In this article, we explore the essence of organic coffee and why it's more than just a trend.

What’s growing and slowing in October 2023 This October is significantly drier and hotter than the last few years. As a result, Queensland growers are finishing earlier than usual, and the southern guys are off to an early start. Fruit Tropical fruits have started, such as the Northern Territory mangoes that are due this month. It is […]

Certified organic logos are a mark of trust that products have been verified to strict organic guidelines, such as the Australian Certified Organic Standard (ACOS). Certified organic operators have made a choice to subject themselves to rigorous audits by government-approved certification bodies. This allows them to prove their organic credentials and build consumer confidence in our growing industry. You can be confident that any product carrying an organic certification label is 100 per cent organic grown and processed.
One of the many benefits of organic systems is the importance placed on animal welfare. In Australia, all certified organic livestock (cows, sheep, chickens etc.) must be permitted to range freely. The specifics of this vary depending on the animal in question, but in simple terms, free range means that animals must be permitted to access outdoor areas during the day.
You may have heard that certified organic systems are a better option for the environment, but have you wondered why? Certified organic farms can help to combat global warming and the harsh effects of climate change through improved biodiversity and a focus on soil health and resilience, which in turn can help to reduce carbon emissions.
Anthony Minichiello’s feats on the rugby league field are the stuff of legend, but in the age of sports science he’s determined to dispel some of the myths around health and fitness.  As ambassador for Australian Organic Awareness Month 2023 (AOAM), the former Sydney Roosters, New South Wales Origin and Kangaroos star is encouraging a ‘back-to-basics’ approach to food.
Reducing dietary exposure to chemicals and pesticides is one of the key motivations for shoppers who choose to go organic, and with good reason! Many of the chemicals detected in non-organic foods can negatively impact human health, even at very low concentrations.

What’s Growing and What’s Slowing in September 2023 Spring has started early this year; let’s find out how that effects produce, and what’s in season this month.  Fruit  This month, there are still plenty of apples around, but they will be late-season varieties. The apple growers have had an excellent season and we should have some varieties […]

September is Australian Organic Awareness Month (AOAM) – a month long celebration of certified organics! We’re encouraging the organic industry to join the campaign to educate consumers on certified organic products, the importance of looking for certification marks, and why so many shoppers are choosing organic. We have a supporter competition open to all certified organic operators and independent retailers who stock certified organic products. To be eligible, you will need to show support of Australian Organic Awareness Month by activating your own campaign.

Learn more about organics in Australia

As part of our 2022 Awareness Month campaign, we released a series of five short videos that detail the local sector. Click below to watch!