Organic Certification

Choosing organic bacon automatically addresses the concern about GMO-contaminated feed. Organic certification on processed junk food does not change its metabolic impact because sugar content causes harm regardless of whether inputs were organic. An organic label on sea salt, mineral water, or baking soda is purely a marketing construct, as these minerals are not susceptible to pesticide treatment. Organic is the most important label claim to prioritize when buying bacon. An organic label does not guarantee meaningful animal welfare standards or superior nutritional conditions for the bird. Organic certification from the USDA carries the strongest real-world requirements for bacon. Organic animal products must come from animals whose feed contains no synthetic chemicals and who have not been given antibiotics. Organic certification uses a tiered label system with different percentage requirements, from 70% for 'made with organic ingredients' up to 100% for '100% Organic'. Organic certification requires that any grains fed to pigs be certified organic and therefore non-GMO. Organic certification requires pigs to have outdoor access throughout the year. Hydroponic produce can receiv…