10 easy ways to champion organic

Organic is about working with nature, not against it. It supports healthier soils, more wildlife, higher animal welfare standards and fewer synthetic pesticides and fertilisers. Choosing organic when we can is a simple way to back the farmers and growers protecting the natural systems our food depends on.

Here are 10 easy ways to champion organic in everyday life.

1. Swap one staple item

Start with something you already buy regularly, such as milk, eggs, oats, bread, yoghurt, tea or coffee. Choosing one organic staple can make the switch feel more manageable.

2. Prioritise the produce you buy most often

If buying everything organic isn’t realistic, focus on the fruit and vegetables you eat most. You could also prioritise items that are often highlighted for higher pesticide residues, such as berries, spinach, apples or grapes (check out the ‘dirty dozen’). If fresh organic berries feel expensive, frozen options can be a more affordable way to make the swap.

3. Try a local organic veg box

A veg box is a simple way to support organic growers and reconnect with seasonal eating. It can also introduce you to produce you might not usually pick up in the supermarket - soon you’ll be experimenting with kohlrabi, celeriac and heritage squashes.

4. Make one organic skincare swap

Organic isn’t only about food. If you’re replacing a product anyway, consider choosing an organic or certified natural option, such as a moisturiser, lip balm, body oil or soap. It’s a small change that can help you think more consciously about what you use on your body as well as what you eat.

5. Grow one organic herb

You don’t need a garden to grow something yourself. A pot of basil, parsley, mint or coriander on a windowsill can be a simple way to connect with how food grows - and it makes everyday meals feel a little brighter too.

6. Follow an organic brand, farm or organisation

Learning more is one of the easiest ways to support the movement. Follow an organic farm, food brand or organisation such as Soil Association for practical tips, seasonal inspiration and simple explanations of what organic means in practice.

7. Host an organic taste test

Make it fun by comparing organic and non-organic versions of something simple, such as apples, tomatoes, chocolate or biscuits. It’s a light-touch way to start conversations about food, farming and value - and it can be a great activity for children too.

8. Visit a local organic or community farm

If there’s an organic farm or farmers’ market near you, pay them a visit. Seeing the work behind organic growing can make the choices on our plates feel much more tangible.

9. Ask for organic at work or in shared spaces

If your workplace provides fruit, tea, coffee or milk, ask whether an organic option could be considered. Even a small change in a shared kitchen can introduce more people to organic and show that there’s demand for more sustainable choices.

10. Choose organic gifts

When you’re buying a gift, organic can make everyday treats feel a little more special. Think organic chocolate, wine, tea, coffee, skincare or hampers.