What’s Good About Organic Cotton
Posted Jun 29, 2009 by Jessy Lang in What's Good
Organic cotton is grown without the use of toxic pesticides and synthetic fertilizers and without the use of genetically engineered seeds. Organic agriculture helps to replenish and maintain soil fertility using methods that have a low impact on the environment, striving to preserve healthy ecosystems and maintain biodiversity. In comparison, conventional cotton agriculture uses roughly 25% of the world’s supply of toxic pesticides and 10% of the herbicides as well as several synthetic fertilizers. Conventional cotton also relies on intense irrigation to meet its high water requirements due to having less organic matter in the soil. Organic cotton is naturally soft and comfortable, even for those with skin sensitivities and allergies. Supporting the organic cotton industry is better for people and the earth. Good Things Boutique stocks organic cotton t-shirts, underwear, and select fashion apparel from Indigenous Designs, Blue Canoe, Be Present, and Global Girlfriend.
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