Difference between value and price

Consumers are increasingly aware of the value of food. More and more people are looking for organic and seasonal foods, although the price differential may vary for certain products. Do you know the difference between value and price? Don’t hesitate any longer, we explain it all to you.

It is important for us to keep in mind that when we choose to buy conventional food at a low cost, it is always at the cost of something: either intensive production methods are used that employ pesticides and chemicals to reduce costs (less water, less time, less work…) that seriously damage the health of our planet and the people who live on it or the farmer does not obtain adequate profits for his work (in many cases, insufficient). In any case, these savings are always at the expense of the quality of the products that reach our hands and of agricultural practices that are questionable to say the least.

That said, What is the difference between value and price? Price is only what we pay for a product, while value implies taking into account the benefits and qualities of the product.

That is, while some organic foods may be higher priced (and not always!), their true value lies in nutritional quality, sustainable and environmentally friendly production, and support for ethical farming practices.

Let’s talk about oil (at the price it’s at!)

The price difference between an eco oil obtained in a sustainable way and a conventional one is approximately 45 euros per year. This can be a considerable expense for many families, but do you know the true value of organic oil?

Choosing to buy organic products is not only a cost in our pocket, but a commitment to the welfare, ours and the planet’s, the environment, sustainability in the short, medium and long term and with farmers who respect and care for the land they work and the product they get from it. Although it may initially appear to be a higher investment, the value of an eco oil in terms of nutritional quality, reduced environmental impact and support for ethical and sustainable agricultural practices, far outweighs any price difference compared to a conventional oil.

Whichever way you look at it, investing in organic food is, without a doubt, investing in a better future for us and for the planet. For this reason, it seeks the green leaf and opt for eco and organic products. Your well-being and that of the planet will thank you.