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In the third quarter of 2022 retail fresh produce organic sales rose 4.1%, but volume was off 4.5% compared with the same period a year ago, according to a new report from Organic Produce Network and Category Partners.
Yakima, Wash.-based Sage Fruit Co. will see an increase in organic volume across all of its commodities, says Chuck Sinks, president of sales and marketing.
Nearly 25% of Wenatchee, Wash.-based Stemilt Growers’ apple crop is grown and certified organic for the 2022 crop, says Brianna Shales, marketing director.
The Packer is seeking input from suppliers for upcoming Oct. 31 coverage of organic produce.
Farmers seeking to transition to organic production will soon get more help.
Organic volume is growing for Chelan Fresh in SugarBee, Rockit and Cosmic Crisp apple varieties, says Kevin Stennes, organic sales manager for Chelan Fresh, Chelan, Wash.
Porterville, Calif.-based Homegrown Organic Farms is continuing to increase the amount of its acreage certified with the Equitable Food Initiative, says Elise Smith, marketing manager.
Wenatchee, Wash.-based CMI Orchards is steadily growing in organic apples, pears and cherries, said Joel Hewitt, organic sales manager.
Viva Tierra Organic is planning new product introductions, new packaging and new branding for the 2022-23 season, says Chris Ford, business development and marketing manager for the Mount Vernon, Wash.-based marketer.
Awe Sum Organics is growing its organic lineup in a number of ways, says David Posner, president, CEO and founder of Awe Sum Organics, Santa Maria, Calif.