The Republic of Tea Adds More Non-GMO Teas

In celebration of Non-GMO Month this October, The Republic of Tea has added 15 new teas to its growing collection of Non-GMO Project Verified premium teas and herbs. The Non-GMO Project, a non-profit 501(c)3 organization, offers North America’s only third party verification and labeling for non-GMO (genetically modified organism) food and products. The following Non-GMO teas join the list of over 35 premium teas and herbs already verified from The Republic of Tea, many of which have been part of The Republic of Tea’s collection since the founding of the company in 1992. The Non-GMO Project is a non-profit organization dedicated to sourcing products not made from GMO while educating consumers about the effects of GMO. The organization also provides verification for businesses looking to avoid GMO products. Non-GMO TeasThe Republic of Tea’s verified products are produced in compliance with the Non-GMO Project Standard, which means that ongoing testing of all GMO risk ingredients, facility inspections and an annual audit take place to ensure that the company is meeting the highest possible standards for GMO avoidance. The company is in the process of receiving verification for its additional full-leaf and signature, round, unbleached tea bag teas. Teas that are Non-GMO Project Verified assume the official Non-GMO Project seal of verification on their packaging, indicating that the products have gone through the verification process. As new teas become The Republic of Tea’s current and complete collection of Non-GMO Project Verified Teas can be found here. Learn more about The Republic of Tea. Learn more about the Non-GMO Project. SOURCE: The Republic of Tea