This Organic September we reveal how you can save the earth without costing the earth

SAVING the earth needn’t cost the earth.  All this month is ‘Organic September’ with shops offering special deals on organic produce and household buys. With more supermarkets introducing own-label organic ranges, it’s never been easier or more affordable to shop organic as any items are the same price as non-organic goods.  Here are the best […]

SAVING the earth needn’t cost the earth. 

All this month is ‘Organic September’ with shops offering special deals on organic produce and household buys.

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Mrs Crunch reveals how you can go organic without it costing the earth[/caption]

With more supermarkets introducing own-label organic ranges, it’s never been easier or more affordable to shop organic as any items are the same price as non-organic goods. 

Here are the best organics buys on the shelves this week.

MILK: M Organic British Whole Milk 4 Pints, £1.80 at Morrisons

TEA: Clipper Fairtrade Tea 80 Tea Bags 232g, was £3.85 now £2.88 at Waitrose

SAVE: 97p

CHOCOLATE: Green & Black’s Organic Milk Chocolate 37% Cocoa 90g, was £2 now £1.50 at Morrisons

SAVE: 50p

KETCHUP: Mr Organic Tomato Ketchup 480g, was £2.49 now £1.66 at Ocado

SAVE: 83p

VEG BOX: SO Organic British Veg Box, £7 at Sainsbury’s

FRUIT: Nature’s Pick Organic Bananas 6 Pack, £1.15 at Aldi

WINE: Morrisons Organic Pinot Grigio 75cl, £6.50 at Morrisons

BODY WASH: Organic Children Berry Smoothie Bath & Shower Gel 200ml, was £11 now £5.50 at greenpeople.co.uk

SAVE: £5.50

BABY FOOD: Hipp Organic Baby Food Jar 7+ Months, was 87p, now buy four and get a fifth free at Morrisons

SAVE: 87p when buying five

BEDDING: Leif 100% Organic Cotton Duvet Cover and Pillowcase Set, from £24 for a single set to £40 for super kingsize at Dunelm.com

Ten ways to go organic on a budget

1.  Grow your own – Food grown at home without pesticides is organic. Get started simply with a few herbs on your windowsill.

2.  Shop in season – Buy in season to cut the cost of organic fruit and veg. In September, opt for blackberries, runner beans and courgettes. See http://eatseasonably.co.uk/what-to-eat-now/

3.  Sign up for a box scheme – Organic box schemes are a great way to try a bit more organic, they offer wide varieties of seasonal fruit, veg, dairy & meat products.

4.  Go Frozen – Keep a look out for reduced organic items. Freezing them as soon as you get home will prolong their shelf life massively and stop them heading to landfill.

5.  Eat meat differently – Eating less but better quality meat is good for our health and the planet. Try a lower cost but tasty organic cut like a shoulder or belly. Morrisons Market Street counters or your local butcher can help with affordable meal suggestions.

6.  Do the supermarket swap – Many supermarkets have introduced own-label organic ranges, making it more affordable. 

7.  Try the basics – Milk is a great place to start. It’s widely available, boost British farmers and is becoming more mainstream, as both McDonalds and Pret a Manger only serving organic milk. It also has around 50 per cent more beneficial omega 3 fatty acids.

8.  Stock up on organic essentials – As they have a longer expiry date, organic store cupboard essentials can be great value. Items like organic baked beans, pasta and canned tomatoes, are often sold for the same price as the same non-organic items in September.

9.  Look for deals online – Prices are slashed throughout Organic September, so it’s a good time to bag a bargain. Try organic yoghurts and ice cream that can be even cheaper than non-organic alternatives.

10. It’s about more than food – Did you know you can buy organic on everything from cotton clothes to cosmetics to washing up gloves?

Prices correct at time of going to press. Deals and offers subject to availability.