According to the Environmental Working Group (EWG), consumers can reduce their pesticide exposure by 80% by avoiding the most contaminated fruits and vegetables and eating only the cleanest.
- Spinach – Celery
- Grapes[imported] – Nectarines [imported]
- Blueberries – Strawberries
- Peaches – Potatoes
- Apples – Kale
- Sweet Bell Peppers – Leafy Greens
Cherries have moved to #16
Edible Grande Traverse [EGT] Magazine announced North Star Organics as the 2011 Local Hero Award winner. ”Edible Grande Traverse asked its readers to nominate their local food and farming heroes – the people and businesses that make a difference to them and their community.” EGT distributes their issues to over 150 locations all over northwestern Michigan. We are the subject of a story in EGT in the fall issue currently available. “We thank you personally and particularly for the work you have done to achieve this distinction, you make an important difference very day to all the rest of us who live in this terrific community.” Charlie Wunch and Barb Tholin, Publishers
Our heartfelt THANKS to all our customers who took the time to nominate us – we are humbly honored!!
