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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.
Attendees and exhibitors came ready to get inspired, learn from each other and share best-in-class produce at this year’s Global Organic Produce Expo, held Jan. 30-Feb. 1 at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino.
During a GOPEX 2023 panel discussion, indoor ag leaders shared how successful growers customize their CEA operations to address specific crops, regions and markets to maximize supply chain resiliency.
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.