There are more and more consumers becoming interested in consuming organic foods as opposed to those that are overly processed and less healthy. Of course, buying purely organic foods can become very expensive. Growing your own is a much better and cheaper option. Studies have shown that in the United States alone, consumers spend upwards of $8 billion every year on organic foods. If you have the extra money to spend then you have no worries. However, those who do not have the additional funds available for organic foods but still want to avoid pesticides and other chemicals in their food choices can easily begin growing their own and saving money at the same time.