5 ways to go organic on a budget

With our 5 ways to go organic on a budget, you’ll never have to make the choice between spending less and living well again. The good news is that according to research, organic food prices are going down – but you can still make changes to your weekly shop to ensure you’re getting the best value for money. To get you started, here are a few of our top #ThriftyOrganic tips:

1.    Plan ahead

With a bit of forward planning of your week’s meals, you will be able to make full use of your shopping basket, making food go further and avoiding waste. For example, buy a whole chicken and use for different meals throughout the week – a Sunday roast for family and friends, chicken pasta bake for a mid-week meal and stock for a soup or risotto.

2. Shop the season

By eating what’s in season you’ll be buying organic, fresh produce when it’s in abundance, so it will be at the best price and best quality.

3. Bulk out your Bolognese

When you buy organic mince for a Bolognese, chuck in a few handfuls of lentils or extra veg to make it go further, add chickpeas to spicy chicken dishes or haricot beans to a chorizo stew. Be inventive with your combinations!

4. Order an organic veg box

Organic vegetable box schemes are competitively priced against organic supermarket produce. Not only will you have a selection of fruit and vegetables perfect for getting creative at dinnertime, but the boxes also get delivered right to your door for the ultimate in convenience.

5. Buy in bulk

Save money and buy in bulk with friends and family from a wholesaler. By clubbing together, you can stock up on organic staples at wholesale prices.