U.S. regulators are dismissing new research by international cancer experts that warns of links between cancer and the widely used pesticide atrazine, deriding the team of cancer scientists and echoing atrazine maker Syngenta in its criticism.
Read ArticleThe acquisition gives Laird a much deeper presence in organic.
Read ArticleNextFoods Inc., parent company to Cheribundi and GoodBelly, announced the close of its $10 million Series 3 funding round led by ECP Growth.
Read ArticleSelling genetically-modified purple tomato seeds to home gardeners could raise the risk of contamination of organic vegetable varieties and hamper farmers’ ability to save their own seed, says a group of advocates.
Read ArticleAccording to a report from EWG, the chemicals are added to pesticides that are sprayed on crops such as almonds, pistachios, wine grapes, alfalfa and tomatoes.
Read ArticleThe survey will be mailed this month and will collect new data on organic production, marketing practice, income and expenses in the United States.
Read ArticleHigh prices, a renewed focus on health and wellness, and a bifurcated economy over the last five years have created the perfect storm for premium grocers.
Read ArticleThis year, Sprouts became only the second company to score in the “A” range, joining Whole Foods Market.
Read ArticleThe Hawaii-based company is moving closer to commercialization with SeaGraze — its certified organic, red seaweed-based feed supplements — after raising capital from new strategic investors Idemitsu and One Small Planet.
Read ArticleThe Domestic Organic Investment Act would give organic producers tools to increase capacity and modernize operations, as well as while making permanent a USDA program that helps solve supply chain gaps.
Read ArticleIn a new report from Systemiq — and funded by the Grantham Foundation for the Protection of the Environment — toxic chemicals used in the global food system is costing trillions in annual healthcare costs (2-3 % of global GDP).
Read ArticleDespite this increased attention on our nation’s soil, non-profit group Friends of the Earth contends that without increased staff and pesticide limits, this initiative falls short.
Read ArticleIn a massive step backward, the EU has agreed allow certain foods altered using genetic engineering techniques to be sold without special labeling under a new framework.
Read ArticleThe world’s leading live entertainment company has taken a stake in the organic sparkling tonic company.
Read ArticleFollowing a severe 2025 drought, producers face hay costs exceeding $600/ton, depleted feed reserves and escalating herd culls.
Read ArticleA few of the trends include creatine, personalized nutritional guidance and magnesium-based body care products.
Read ArticleThe financing round of the pea milk producer attracted new investors Material Impact and Rich Products Ventures, as well as returning backers S2G Investments, Prelude Ventures and others.
Read ArticleThe retraction came years after internal corporate documents first revealed in 2017 that Monsanto employees were heavily involved in drafting the paper.
Read ArticleThe deal marks the first acquisition since Horizon announced its intention to build out its portfolio with a stable of better-for-you brands earlier this year.
Read Article85% percent of all seeds used in the global seed chain pass through Puerto Rico at some point, and many locals believe these seed companies are exploiting the island’s resources.
Read ArticleThe 23rd Middle East Organic and Natural Products Expo 2025 attracted over 17,000 trade visitors with nearly 550 exhibitors from more than 70 countries.
Read ArticleThe five trends underscore consumers’ growing desire for authenticity, nourishment and transparency.
Read ArticleThe funding backs Keychain360, a new operating system designed to cut product launch time by up to 30% and streamline sourcing, compliance and vendor management for retailers.
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