Simply stated, organic produce and other ingredients are grown without the use of pesticides, synthetic fertilizers, sewage sludge, genetically modified organisms, or radiation. “Organic” animals that produce meat, poultry, eggs, and dairy products do not take antibiotics or growth hormones. Lastly, companies that handle or process organic food before it gets to your local supermarket or restaurant must be certified, too. Farms are inspected randomly and once annually to assure they are meeting these guidelines.