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Organic farms offer obvious benefits directly to humans and the environment but also to many other species indirectly, including birds. Likewise, birds offer benefits to organic farms. According to the research of Dr. Christy Morrissey, professor at the University of Saskatchewan, there are many reasons why birds and organic farming make a good team.

On organic farms, composting is much more than a waste-management tool, it’s a practice that supports soil health, strengthens ecosystems, and contributes to a fully regenerative food system. Composting “closes the loop” by returning nutrients from leftover plant matter, food scraps, or manure back to the land, creating a self-sustaining system that builds long-term soil health. This circular approach mimics natural ecological cycles, where nothing is wasted and every output

When you see the Certified Organic label, you're looking at a farm that has followed the Canadian Organic Standards for years. But what does it mean when a farm is transitioning to organic?

It’s common to wonder: Why does organic cost more? But first, we want to bust the myth and note that organic doesn’t always cost more, and is often comparable in price to conventional goods.