Produce

The proof is in : Organic is more nutritious!

A 4-year, 12 million pound study, under the direction of Newcastle University, was conducted on a 725-acre farm in Europe that grew both conventional and organic produce.   The results were scientifically analyzed and proved that Organic Produce has up to 40% more nutrients and antioxidants if grown without synthetic fertilizers or pesticides!  There are also environmental and personal health benefits of not using the chemicals. 
Check out the study at : www.qlif.org



At Roots Market, our delicious produce is 100% Certified Organic with the exception of items from local farms.   We don't require certification from our local growers, because we can go to the farm and see for ourselves exactly how the food grown!    We do require that our local producers follow the rules and spirit of the USDA Organic program to ensure that our customers are getting what they expect---no pesticides, no herbicides, no chemicals--just good tasting, fresh produce loaded with nutrients. 

We work really hard to offer the freshest, best tasting fruits & vegetables available.   In season, we work with many local farmers and purchase as much local produce as we can get our hands on!