ORGANICS LOW IMPACT FABRICS
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The new ORGANICS Low Impact Fabrics capsule is manufactured exclusively with 100% organic cotton and flax. 100% organic cotton and flax are grown from non-genetically modified (GMO) seeds, without the use of any synthetic agricultural chemicals such as fertilizers or pesticides, and with a reduced level of water consumption compared to conventional crops. Organic cotton and flax cultivation significantly reduces environmental impact.
CULTIVATION The organic cotton and flax cultivation process is made possible by the introduction of beneficial insects or trap crops – meaning that special crops are planted along with the main crop to protect it from a specific or several pests by attracting them away from the main crop - in the plantations. Additional techniques typical of organic crop cultivations are the manual removal of weeds and the use of 100% natural fertilizers which replace chemical insecticides and herbicides.
In this way, the soil does not suffer any negative impact and the aquifers do not risk being contaminated. Organic cotton and flax farming also minimizes water consumption, thanks to the implementation of a crop rotation technique, which makes the soil more fertile and therefore less in need of water.
TEXTILE PRODUCTION Environmental sensitivity in manufacturing of textiles for household linens involves the entire production chain, from the preparation of yarns for weaving to ennobling them with different dyes and finishings.
CONVENTIONAL COTTON AND FLAX
ORGANIC COTTON AND FLAX
SEED PREPARATION Typically treated with fungicides or insecticides. Possible GMOs.
SEED PREPARATION Natural, untreated GMO-free seeds.
SOIL PREPARATION Synthetic fertilizers and mono-crop culture cause soil depletion. In the case of cotton, intensive irrigation is needed.
SOIL PREPARATION Healthy soil through crop rotation. Retains moisture in soil from increased organic matter.
WEED CONTROL Aerial spraying of insecticides and pesticides. The most commonly used pesticides are known cancer-causing agents.
WEED CONTROL Healthy soil creates a natural balance. Beneficial insects and trap crops used.
HARVESTING Defoliation induced with toxic chemicals.
HARVESTING Natural defoliation from freezing temperatures or through water management.
ORGANICS LOW IMPACT FABRICS
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