Organic food is pesticide-free free of unorganic pesticides and saves baby unicorns from exploitation, but darnit if Whole Foods ain’t a pricey pack of provisioners. But there are ways to buy organic and still be frugal.

You can buy your foods raw, not processed, cook from scratch, and friend a farmer. Check out more at WikiHow, with 8 ways to stay organic and not break the bank.

Do you buy organic? What do you use to keep the shopping list under budget? Leave your tips in the comments.

How to Eat Organically on Modest Means [WikiHow]

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