What is Organic Agriculture: According to researches; Insecticides used in cotton cultivation represent 25% of the global consumption. In developing countries, it is estimated that approximately 50% of all pesticides are applied in cotton cultivation. Organic agriculture utilizes ecological, economic and sustainable methods and refuses the use of pesticides and artificial fertilizers. The use of pesticides in organic farming is prohibited; organic farming embraces natural methods to combat harmful insects.
What Should I Prefer Organic Cotton: Organic cotton allows skin to breath so ideal for babies even they have extra sensitive skins. Clothes, nappies and bedspreads passing through chemical processes including pesticides disrupt the natural balance of skin by holding heat inside, preventing skin from breathing and causing rash and eczema on sensitive skin of babies. Organic cotton is grown and processed without toxic chemicals and is free from synthetic poisons that can interfere with the blood circulation of the user by contacting skin. Organic cotton is softer, thicker and more durable than fine conventional cotton so organic cotton can be frequently washed and used as a new product.
How Do I Know if a Product is Organic: The Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) has been developed through collaboration of leading standard setters with the aim of defining worldwide recognized requirements and ensuring the organic status of textiles from harvesting of the raw materials through environmentally and socially responsible manufacturing all the way up to labeling in order to provide credible assurance in the minds of consumers. You should check; especially for your precious baby whether the product you purchase has GOTS certify or not.