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What is organic chicken? What qualifies as organic? What are the benefits of organic? We have the answers to your commonly asked questions.

Why choose organic chicken?

Choosing organic chicken offers several benefits. Foster farms organic chickens are free range, air chilled, and 100% organic vegetarian fed.†† 100% natural* with no added hormones, steroids, or antibiotics ever. Supporting organic chicken also means endorsing sustainable and humane farming practices, providing chickens with outdoor access and allowing them to engage in natural behaviors.

From an environmental perspective, organic chicken farming reduces synthetic chemical use. By avoiding synthetic pesticides and fertilizers, organic farming helps protect soil, water, and surrounding ecosystems.

See our Foster Farms organic chicken products to find the perfect product for your needs.

What qualifies as organic chicken?

Organic chicken is poultry raised without antibiotics, added hormones, or genetically modified organisms (GMOs). These chickens are fed an organic diet free from synthetic pesticides and fertilizers.

The USDA requires that animals are raised in living conditions accommodating their natural behaviors (like the ability to graze on pasture), fed 100% organic feed and forage, and not administered antibiotics or hormones.

The certification process for organic chicken involves rigorous inspections and audits by accredited certifying bodies. These organizations ensure farms meet organic standards set by government regulations, verifying feed sources, living conditions, and the absence of antibiotics and added hormones. Once all requirements are met, farms are granted organic certification, allowing them to label their products as organic.

All certified animals must receive 100% certified organic feed. All pastures must also be certified organic. All non-organic certified feed supplements, including minerals, must be approved by your certifier. Antibiotics, GMO derived products, animal by-products and synthetic preservatives are not permitted in any feed products. Be sure that any mineral/feed supplements do not contain prohibited ingredients (such as mineral oil). Agricultural substances in feed supplements (molasses, soy oil, etc.) must be certified organic.

What is the difference between organic chicken and regular chicken?

Understanding the difference between organic and regular chicken is crucial. Organic chickens consume certified organic feed and have access to outdoor spaces to roam and forage. In contrast, regular chickens may be given antibiotics and raised in confined spaces.

Environmental benefits to organic chicken?

Research shows that organic chicken farming reduces synthetic chemical use. Through organic farming practices we are improving water quality, conserving energy, increasing biodiversity, and contributing to soil health.

Why Foster Farms chooses organic chicken.

 Foster Farms' organic chickens are raised on certified organic farms and fed an organic diet. You can count on Foster Farms to be dedicated to ensuring high quality and taste.

By choosing organic chicken, you make a healthier choice for your family and support sustainable and responsible farming practices.

At Foster Farms, we pride ourselves on providing high-quality organic chicken that meets certified organic farming standards. Our organic fed chicken is raised with care, ensuring the best quality and taste. Choose Foster Farms organic chicken for a healthier, more sustainable option.

Find the perfect chicken cut for your next recipe with our delicious Foster Farms organic chicken products.

How to identify organic chicken.

Look for the USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) Organic logo on packaging. The USDA organic seal ensures the chicken meets strict production standards, including feed, housing, and outdoor access.

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