05/01/2025
This is a great example of the differences between conventional (non-organic) and organic produce. The top lemon is conventional and the bottom is organic; both were cut right through the middle. Right away you can notice the difference in size, the conventional lemon has a lot more pith (white fleshy part of the lemon) than the organic lemon, this is because conventional lemon producers try to maximize the size and weight to make consumers think that the lemon has a lot of juice and also to maximize the price as lemons are often sold by weight. Another difference is that the conventional lemon has no seeds compared to the organic lemon, this is because some conventional lemons have been genetically modified to prevent lemons from growing seeds as producers know that seeds are an inconvenience to consumers. On the other hand, you could probably sprout the seeds from the organic lemon and grow a tree. Lastly, there is a difference in color, the conventional lemon is bright yellow on the inside while the organic lemon is yellow-greyish, this is because conventional lemons have been genetically modified to give them that bright yellow colour that catches consumers’ eyes and make them think that the lemon is extremely fresh but we all know it was likely cut months and months ago. Although organic produce is more expensive than conventional produce, it is better for your wellbeing to buy organic. Your body will appreciate it.
