MADISON, Wis. -- You're seeing more and more organic labels across the board from produce to dairy and meat.

Prices are often much higher, but according to Consumer Reports, an organic label doesn't always guarantee extra quality. Seafood is one example.

"There are no government standards for what organic fish and seafood have to mean," said Urvashi Rangan of Consumer Reports. "At this time, manufacturers can use an organic claim on any fish and seafood product and it doesn't have to mean anything."

According to Consumer Reports, poultry and meat are smart organic buys. Organic eggs and dairy products are also good choices.

"Organic animals that are raised for meat and dairy production are raised without the use of antibiotics, synthetic growth hormones, or animal by-products," said Rangan.

When it comes to produce, Consumer Reports’ research shows some fruits and vegetables have more pesticides than others do, so for health reasons your best bet is organic. Fruits such as cherries and strawberries, and vegetables like celery and spinach are some examples.

But other vegetables, like broccoli and asparagus, have much lower levels of pesticides. So you can save some money by passing on organic.

And generally pesticides are rarely found on fruits with a rind or peel, such as pineapples and bananas. So you're probably OK putting these organic items lower on your list.

You're also seeing more organic labels on cosmetic items like shampoo and body lotion, but according to Consumer Reports, that may be meaningless.

You have to check the label to see which ingredients are actually certified organic. For details on how to get the most organic value for your dollar, go to Greenerchoices.org.