Organic
Since 2011, the value of U.S. organic imports has continued to grow, bolstered by high-value produce such as blueberries.
Retailers can integrate these organic options into their existing programs, catering to increasing consumer demand for fresh, organic produce, the company said.
The Acosta Group study shows 59% of shoppers think it’s important that their groceries and household products are natural or organic.
A new bill seeks raise the bar for organic standards by upping accountability and establishing a period every five years for reviewing and revising regulations.
Two organic industry veterans are launching Strengthening Organic Systems, a firm to support companies across the global organic supply chain prepare for increased due diligence requirements and prevent organic fraud.
The Organic Trade Association, along with Rodale, has been chosen as the latest national-level TOPP partner to support farmers, promote organic production and to foster market opportunities for organic foods.
At Organic Confluence Day, organic growers and distributors shared how they are experimenting and finding creative solutions to reduce organic’s reliance on plastic across the supply chain.
Organic food sales have surpassed $60 billion in 2022, with produce sales totaling $22 billion and accounting for 15% of all U.S. produce purchased, according to an Organic Trade Association survey.
The Organic Center and the Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research are funding over $2 million in projects to strengthen the organic label and support organic farmers.
What makes the 2023 organic agenda according to the association? It basically comes down to having responsive organic standards, supporting American farmers and empowering organic supply chains.
The Strengthening Organic Enforcement Final Rule, filed unofficially by the USDA on Jan. 18, represents the biggest update in the program’s history and bolsters organic integrity according to industry leaders.
The organic enforcement final rule is expected to publish Jan. 18, the USDA has confirmed with The Packer, which separately met with Jonathan Veley of the USDA to discuss organic produce.
Founder and CEO of Fair Trade USA Paul Rice will share produce industry insights on connecting with the conscious consumer at the upcoming Global Organic Produce Expo conference.
Homegrown Organic Farms is inviting YouTube viewers into the field to learn more about four stone fruit growers in the “Grown By” series, launching Friday, Jan. 6, 2023.
The Organic Farming Research Foundation executive director shares what she’s learned from farmers and the research she’s most excited about in 2023.
The Packer’s Organic Fresh Trends 2023 survey found an increase in percentage of consumers who said they exclusively purchase organic citrus.
A 40-year research project by the Rodale Institute has outlined how organic agriculture stacks up against conventional practices.
The University of Florida, Texas A&M University and The Organic Center have been awarded over $2 million for a multi-year grant to find citrus greening solutions for organic producers, with hopes for broader application.
The National Organic Program has updated the National List of Allowed and Prohibited Substances to include paper pots and low acyl gellan gum as acceptable for organic production.
The National Organic Program published integrity and enforcement dashboard for 2022 that outlines trends and enforcement statistics.
Four organizations and two scientists are receiving over $600,000 to further climate research and technical support from the Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research and The Organic Center.
The company said the gathering was a testament to its mission of bridging the food system by connecting consumers with the farmers who grow healthy, sustainable produce.
Wholesum seeks to reinvigorate the organic pepper category this spring with a new pepper called Dolci Belles.
From sustainable packaging to grab-and-go convenience to functional mushrooms, the recent Organic Produce Summit 2023, held July 12-13 in Monterey, Calif., was on-trend and energy-packed.
As weather woes continue to challenge field berry supplies, greenhouse producer Nature Fresh Farms has launched new greenhouse-grown, organic strawberries.
The Organic Fresh Trends 2023 survey showed that 16% of consumers said they purchased organic blackberries exclusively, 15% purchased organic strawberries exclusively, and 14% purchased organic blueberries exclusively.
The Organic Center and Organic Voices are hosting the 2024 Organic Gala at Natural Products Expo West on March 13 in Anaheim, Calif.
The Texas Department of Agriculture will receive nearly $200,000 over the next three years to support promotional and educational activities.
The event, held July 10-11 in Monterey, Calif., adds a session to look at the growing interest in fresh produce snacking.
Ryan Begin, the founder and CEO of a company offering solutions to prevent food waste, will give the keynote presentation at Organic Produce Summit 2023, July 12-13.