It wasn’t long ago when there were serious concerns about shortages of organic milk. Now, there is an opposite worry, where demand is much less than supply.
Read ArticleIt wasn’t long ago when there were serious concerns about shortages of organic milk. Now, there is an opposite worry, where demand is much less than supply.
Read ArticleIn a report by the Soil Association in the UK, a lack of standards for organic and natural beauty products has left 76% of consumers feeling very misled.
Read ArticleAt last week’s NOSB meeting, Consumer Reports released findings from its research which indicates that animal welfare standards are very important to organic shoppers.
Read ArticleIn another promising data point, the USDA said that the number of certified organic operations in the U.S. grew 13% to 24,650. Globally, that number reached 37,032.
Read ArticleNot surprisingly, there is significant disagreement over a checkoff program, which is intended to help promote the organic industry.
Read ArticleWhether Nora Pouillon can find a buyer or not for her Washington, D.C. certified organic restaurant, the doors are closing on June 30th. The cost of the real estate, which comes with the restaurant, seems to be the major impediment.
Read ArticlePapa John’s is running a pilot program in the Lexington, Kentucky market where it is offering four organic toppings on its pizza.
Read ArticleAs a way to combat citrus greening, the USDA is reviewing the environmental impacts of a genetically-engineered virus. This has disaster written all over it.
Read ArticleLakewood Juices is facing a class action lawsuit for using the words “fresh” on its pasteurized juices.
Read ArticlePublix has announced that it will relaunch its natural and organic grocery concept GreenWise.
Read ArticleA number of socially-conscious start-ups are aiming to disrupt the tampon category.
Read ArticleCargill, one of the world’s largest producers of GMO crops, recently had some of its Non-GMO products verified by the Non-GMO Project. This caused a massive backlash from the industry, including from Monsanto’s CTO.
Read ArticleGrowing 3.4% from the previous year, the number of American homes that buy organic items continues to be incredibly high. Interestingly, North Dakota had the highest percentage of any state in the U.S.
Read ArticleAccording to Bloomberg, preliminary merger talks between Albertsons and organic grocer Sprouts have been held. If this deal does go through, this could spur a private equity firm to make a play for Whole Foods.
Read ArticleChildren in New York City schools now have much healthier breakfast options, as Back to the Roots landed a major contract with the city and replaced the long-time incumbent Kellogg’s. A huge win for the company, the industry and the kids.
Read ArticleA great look at Biodynamic and why consumers, farmers and retailers continue to embrace this fantastic trend.
Read ArticleWhile France may have plenty of problems these days, getting its people to buy organic food is not one of them. Nearly 2/3rds of all households are now purchasing organic.
Read ArticleNew Starbucks CEO Kevin Johnson has decided to shutter its remaining two Evolution Fresh locations. I remember visiting the one in San Francisco a few years ago, and it was a very well-executed operation.
Read ArticleFounded by a fellow Brown University alum, Thistle has expanded from cold-pressed juices and prepared meals to organic baby food meal kits.
Read ArticleIn India, farmers are using WhatsApp groups to sell their organic fruits and vegetables. What’s even more impressive is that their prices are 50% less than their conventional counterparts.
Read ArticleA massive influx of organic grains from abroad have resulted in 20-30% price declines in corn and soy. American farmers are crying foul, alleging fraud.
Read ArticleAnother new supermarket behemoth is coming to the U.S. from Europe and is aiming squarely at Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s and Aldi.
Read ArticleAs a way to crack down on fraudulent organic fruits and vegetables in India, a new barcode will allow consumers to identify the farmer, supplier and production date. Very cool.
Read ArticleRetailers in the UK are reporting sales growth of organic food of up to 16%, the highest in more than a decade.
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