 Organic cotton is cotton that has been grown for at least three years without chemical pesticides, defoliants, or fertilizers. Fertilizers that are used include compost, manure, naturally derived mineral and plant fertilizers, and crop rotation. Insect controls involve the use of beneficial insects and natural pesticides certified for organic crops. Organic cotton is also processed without oils, chemicals, and pesticides.
Because of the rapidly developing bodies and immature immune systems, babies and children can benefit greatly from pure, organic cotton products. Organic cotton feels softer, smells cleaner, and is less likely to trigger allergies.
The sustainable farming practices used to grow organic cotton do not pollute groundwater, surface water, soil, or air. In fact, soil quality is actually improved by the production of organic cotton. Organic cotton is safer for farmers, for you, for your baby, for the environment, and for all the other creatures with whom we share this amazing planet.
When you purchase organic cotton products, you send a message with your money, a "dollar vote", that says:
- you will not tolerate conventional cotton production, with its dangers to human health and the environment, and that
- you support sustainable farming practices.
In 2000-2001, organic cotton was grown in 12 countries, with Turkey and the United States leading production. At that time, organic cotton was also grown in India, Peru, Uganda, Egypt, Brazil, Israel, Senegal, and Greece. Currently, most organic cotton is grown in Egypt, India, Turkey, Peru, China and the United States. | |
