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May 2018

Weedkiller Products are More Toxic Than Their Active Ingredients

As part of the U.S. National Toxicology Program’s first-ever examination of formulations made with glyphosate, new tests have shown that popular weedkiller products, such as Monsanto’s RoundUp, are more toxic to human cells than their active ingredients.

MOM’s Organic Market is Now Selling Bees

As part of a partnership with Richland Honey Bees, Maryland-based MOM’s Organic Market is now selling bees to its customers and has launched a BeeSA — or a Bee Supported Agriculture program.

Organic Produce Network

In-Depth Interview with Newly Appointed NOSB Member Eric Schwartz

New NOSB member Eric Schwartz opens up about where he stands on key issues and thinks that much must be done to increase organic yields.

Growers and Distributors are Seeing No Slowdown in Organic Produce Sales

In anticipation of OTA’s annual industry report, several growers and wholesalers are reporting continuing strong sales of organic, with berries seeing 21% growth at retail.

Center for Food Safety

Hawaii Takes a Stand for Children, Becomes the First State to Ban the Super-Toxic Chlorpyrifos

Hawaii became the first state in the U.S. to ban the pesticide chlorpyrifos, a highly toxic neurotoxin that causes significant damage to brain development in children.

How Organic Bone Broth Company Ancient Nutrition Raised $100M

A fascinating look at how Ancient Nutrition founders Jordan Rubin and Dr. Josh Axe closed on a $103M round of financing.

The Organic Center

Organic Grass-Fed Beef has Less Environmental Impact than Non-Organic Grass-Fed Beef

A recent study published in the Journal of Cleaner Production found that organic grass-fed beef has less environmental impact than non-organic grass-fed beef.

How Kelp Forests are Being Impacted by Climate Change

Kelp forests, often viewed as a solution to acidification in the ocean, are being threatened by an invasion of weeds.

GMO-Labeling Rules to be Delayed

USDA Secretary Sonny Perdue says it is very likely that the GMO-labeling rules, which Congress mandated to be finished by July 29th, will be delayed. Much of the blame rests with the White House Office of Management & Budget, he said.

Organic Food Industry is Nearly 10% in Switzerland

Organic food is almost 10% of the entire food industry in Switzerland, with organic eggs capturing more than 25% of the market.

The EU Bans “Bee-Killing” Neonicotinoid Pesticides

Last Friday, the EU approved a proposal to completely ban the outdoor use of three neonicotinoid pesticides, which studies have found are harmful to bees and other pollinators.

FDA Internal Emails: Glyphosate Found in Granola and Crackers

As discovered in a Freedom of Information Act request, FDA internal emails show that the agency knew common household foods were contaminated with the toxic weedkiller glyphosate, a chemical which the State of California says is known to cause cancer.

Sustainability Claims on Packaging: Is a Re-Design Needed?

According to a new study at Clemson University, while shoppers claim that sustainability initiatives influence what brands they purchase, most individuals do not notice these claims on a product’s packaging.

U.S. Right to Know

Jon Entine and the Chemical Industry’s PR Machine

U.S. Right to Know’s Gary Ruskin does a deep dive on Jon Entine, the Genetic Literacy Project and the propaganda machine of the ag-bio industry.

One Green Planet

Organic, Plant-Based Butcher Box Aims to Launch

Freshiez has a campaign on Kickstarter, which aims to launch a nationwide service that delivers organic, plant-based burgers.

New Hope Network

How REBBL is Empowering Women in India

A fascinating look at how REBBL sources ashwagandha in India and stays true to its mission of creating a positive social impact with its products.

April 2018

EU Bans Hydroponics in Organic, Tightens Up Regulations

The EU has taken a number of very positive steps to boost the organic sector, including banning hydroponics, increasing the supply of organic seeds, and implementing strict, risk-based checks along the supply chain.

Whole Foods Market

Whole Foods Announces Winners of its Supplier Awards

At a reception held in Austin, Whole Foods Market announced the winners of its sixth annual Supplier Awards, which included a total of 27 perishable and non-perishable suppliers.

The Goods Mart Enters the Healthy Convenience Store Category

Founded by a veteran food and wellness PR executive, The Goods Mart aims to be a hybrid of Whole Foods and 7-Eleven.

Süprmrkt is Bringing Affordable Organic Foods to Low-Income Areas of LA

With food deserts being a real problem in low-income areas of Los Angeles, founder Olympia Auset started an organization called Süprmrkt to address this serious issue.

With All of the Policy Changes at Whole Foods, Brands are Looking Elsewhere

Facing increased fees and new restrictions on brokers, brands are looking at other distribution outlets and are finding a very welcome reception at chains such as Kroger and Albertsons.

Millennials Prefer Prepared Foods….and Interesting

With a demographic of about 75 million strong, Millennials prefer prepared foods, want to know where their food comes from, and lean towards unique and interesting options.

Industrial Hemp Farming Bill Introduced, CBD Covered as Well

The Hemp Farming Act of 2018 would remove federal roadblocks to industrial hemp farming throughout the U.S. and clarify the legal status of CBD.

The Cornucopia Institute

Suspected Shipment of Fraudulent Organic Grains Remains Offshore

In what has arguably become the most important issue in the organic industry — fraudulent organic grains from abroad — a district judge has ruled that Sunrise Food International’s 25,000 metric tons of “organic” corn cannot be unloaded into the U.S.

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