This one's widespread. People assume organic equals zero pesticides. Not exactly. Organic farmers can use approved natural pesticides and certain synthetic ones. The rule is about what's allowed, not a blanket ban. So, when you're reading labels, don't read 'organic' as 'nothing touched it.' Instead, think 'grown under strict rules.'

For matcha specifically, the leaves are shaded before harvest, which affects the nutrient profile. But organic certification doesn't guarantee shade-grown. Those are separate things. Don't conflate them.