You walk into the grocery store, wanting to buy some Granny Smith apples for a pie you're planning to bake. You find there are two types -- organic apples from across the country, or apples from a local farm that uses chemical pesticides and herbicides. Which do you choose?

It's a conundrum we've all faced at one time or another; in this issue, our editors consult with the experts, and offer Green America's take on this issue. (Bonus: a clip-out "Organic or Conventional" wallet card to remind you as you shop which items are most important to puchase organic.)

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• Organic or Local?
Which is the best for people and the planet? And how do we make truly healthy food accessible to all? Can organics feed the world? Read more »

• Urban Gardening Made Easy
Save money on the freshest produce, avoid toxic pesticides, and experience the joy of growing your own food. (Article links to how-to videos.) Read more »

• WEB EXCLUSIVE: Our Interview with Maria Rodale
Maria Rodale talks to Green America about her new book, Organic Manifesto, and what it’s going to take to change our food system. Read more »