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Tip Of The Week: Organic Denim 101

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Sweatshop-free clothing was a good start, but what about Mother Earth’s pain and suffering? Nowadays, brands like Loomstate are becoming more globally conscious of the way they manufacture their premium denim. In the ongoing battle of conventional methods versus organic, Complex asked Loomstate to break down for our readers the real reasons why going green with their jeans is the way to go. Do the knowledge after the jump.

SEEDS

Conventional: Uses genetically modified seeds for 70 percent of U.S.-grown cotton.

Organic: Uses untreated seeds.

SOIL & WATER

Conventional: Applies synthetic fertilizers and wastes water through intensive irrigation.

Organic: Builds strong soil through crop rotation

PEST CONTROL


Conventional:
Uses nearly 25 percent of world’s insecticides often through aerial spraying.

Organic:
Uses beneficial insects and “trap crops” to control pests.

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