Why Organic Baby Food?
The term “organic” simply refers to the process of how certain foods are produced using approved methods. These methods focus on:
No Chemical Fertilisers
No Herbicides
No Pesticides
No Additives
No Sewage Sludge used
No Irradiation used
No Genetic Engineering allowed
At Gerber®, we don’t stop at Organic, we go above and beyond what’s expected, leaving nothing to chance. Only Gerber® uses rigorous Clean Field Farming™ practices in our mission to give your little one the very best fruits and veggies.
It's not just Organic. It's Gerber® Organic.
Are you really buying Organic?
Watch for these labels here!
100% Organic
Organic seal allowed
100% certified organic ingredients and processing aids
No GMOs
All ingredients comply with National List of Allowed and Prohibited Substances
Certification required
Organic
Organic seal allowed
95% certified organic ingredients and processing aids
No GMOs
Non-organic ingredients comply with National List
Certification required
made with Organic
Organic seal NOT allowed; Must specify which ingredients are organic
At least 70% certified organic ingredients
No GMOs
Non-organic ingredients comply with National List
Certification required
Organic Ingredient
Organic seal NOT allowed; Product can’t be described as “organic”
No specific % certified organic
May contain GMOs
Compliance with National List not required
Certification NOT required
Wait … so is Gerber® organic? You bet!
What does it mean to have USDA Organic label?
For all products that are sold, labelled, or represented as organic, it must meet all requirements in the USDA organic regulations.
The USDA organic regulations ensure that organically labeled products meet consistent national standards.
What are the 5 USDA organic crop standards?
Land to have no prohibited substances applied to it for at least 3 years before the harvest of an organic crop.
Soil fertility and crop nutrients maintained through tillage and cultivation practices.
Crop pests, weeds, and diseases will be controlled primarily through management practices including physical, mechanical, and biological controls.
Must use organic seeds and other planting stock when available.
The use of genetic engineering, ionizing radiation and sewage sludge is prohibited.
