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Almost all media outlets have spread the message of the importance of purchasing organic items. This goes beyond food to clothing, bags, and dozens of other items. Though most people have learned that they should buy organic, many are not exactly aware of what qualifies an item to be labeled as organic. To be considered organic, an item must be grown or made without the use of pesticides, synthetic fertilizers, sewage sludge, genetically modified organisms, or ionizing radiation. Animals that produce organic food are not given antibiotics or growth hormones.  There are three different categories that are used to label organic items:  Organic Vegetables 100% organic items are made with 100% organic ingredients. Organic items have at least 95% organic ingredients Made with organic ingredients means the item is made with a minimum of 70% organic ingredients with strict restrictions on the remaining 30% including no GMOs Any item with less than 70% organic ingredients ...

Few Things You Need To Know About Burlap Today Burlap, also known as Hessian fabric is created when skin from the natural jute plant is woven together.  Its derivation from the jute plant is where burlap gets its coarseness.  This part of the jute plant is also known as sisal fibers. In addition to being strong, the fibers are durable, easily dyed, and resistant to both water seepage and heat.  In many instances, the sisal fibers are combined with other vegetable fibers to create products such as ropes or nets. Using the name Hessian is popular in the UK, as Hessian soldiers commonly used it during the American Revolution.  Burlap sacks Due to its versatility, burlap is popular and highly sought after product. Burlap can be used in a variety of different lengths, widths, and weights. It can also be sewn, laminated, and dried for repeated use.  A popular use of burlap is to make bags. Many industries use burlap bags to ship their goods so t...