The lowdown on organic boxes
Organic boxes are a fantastic way of getting fresh, organic produce delivered direct to your door. We give you some tips for getting the most out of them
Organic food has grown hugely in popularity over the last few years and with a weekly delivery box you can be sure you're obtaining the best locally available organic food. There are now several hundred organic box schemes across the country, with annual retail sales of over £100 million.
Most organic box companies supply boxes of fruit and vegetables of varying sizes, from small boxes suitable to last the week for one or two people, to bumper-sized boxes which can keep a whole family supplied with their five daily portions of fruit and veg.
As well as the basic box, many other organic delivery companies have introduced extras that you can add to your order, like delicious, farm-fresh milk and cheese, and wonderful free range meat, raised to the highest standards of animal welfare.
Why bother with organic food?
For many people, food scare stories and worries about additives and pesticides have increased suspicions about conventional farming. With organic food, you can be confident that there are no hidden chemical extras. For a quick guide on all things organic, read our article on organics for beginners.
Aside from health considerations, many of us believe produce that has been allowed to grow at its natural pace tastes better and makes for more delicious food.
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