Many people buy organic food because they feel it tastes better and is simply better for you. Eating organic helps avoid exposure to potentially harmful pesticides that are often present in non-organic foods. This also means that organic foods are also free from genetically modified crops and ingredients unlike most non-organic vegetables and meats. No system of farming has higher standards of animal welfare and protection of the environment than that of organic farming and this adds a global aspect to organic farming. Please explore the links below to find out more about the importance of eating organic foods.