"Organic" Not a Guarantee of Food Safety, According to FAO
Just because something is labeled "organic," it does not mean it's safe to eat, according to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO).
"Organic" is a way to grow food, following specific rules and conditions, says the FAO Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific. If something is organic certified, it means that it's a product made in line with certain standards throughout its production, handling, processing, and marketing stages. It does not refer to the characteristics of the finished product.