Organic September

What Is Organic September?

In the face of climate change, diet related ill-health and widespread decline in wildlife, the need to change our food systems has never been greater.

Organic September is a month-long campaign to raise awareness of the many benefits of organic food and farming, which include: 

• Supporting biodiversity and wildlife
• Helping to combat climate change
• The highest standards of animal welfare
• Reduced exposure to pesticides
• Food as it should be, and food you can trust  

A transition towards sustainable food and farming systems that work with nature offer us a way to begin combating climate change, diet-related ill-health and the widespread decline in wildlife.

With more of us seeking to make choices that minimise our impact on nature and the planet, there’s never been a better time to be a part of the organic movement.

Organic offers a simple, trusted way to be more sustainable in our daily lives.

There are so many ways you can be involved with the movement, from learning more about what organic agriculture means and sharing this knowledge with friends and family, to supporting the organic farmers in your local community and learning to grow your own at home.

We’ve put together a list of other small things you can try - together, by working with nature, our small changes all add up to make a world of difference!

Get to know what organic really means - Did you know organic food has to follow strict legal standards, to make sure it's always better for animals, wildlife, soils and plants? Those growing and making it also have to be rigorously inspected at least once a year - learn more about all the hard work it takes in order for something to carry our organic symbol.

Opt for organic – Choosing to support organic farmers and producers is one of the most simple forms of direct action you can take. Our collective choices all add up - more demand for organic food and drink means more people casting a vote for farms that support wildlife and healthy soils. When you choose organic, you're supporting biodiversity and the highest standards of animal welfare.

Turn your garden organic – from peat-free compost to pollinator-friendly plants, learn how you can grow at home and create a buzz at home with our top tips for nature-friendly gardening; it's one of the easiest ways you can champion healthy soils and biodiverse wildlife populations from the comfort of your home.

Support your local organic farmers – There's so many benefits to subscribing to a fruit, veg or meat box. You'll be joining a community of amazing citizens, farmers and organisations who are making sure the way we farm and eat is better for our health, better for nature and wildlife, and better for the climate too.

Grow your own – Getting our hands in the soil is so important for reconnecting with where our food comes from. Growing your own herbs at home is an easy place to start at any time of year, and you won’t need much more than a windowsill to get going.