At the Real Organic Project Conference, Optimism Was in the Air Oct 25, 2023 Trade Shows It was a magical day at Churchtown Dairy in Hudson, NY. Quick Hits: 10 items Linked Articles: 11 items
Into the Weeds is a Tragic and Cautionary Tale of What Happens When Government Agencies are Captured Oct 11, 2023 Pesticides Allowing hydroponics in organic has much greater ramifications than most people realize. Quick Hits: 13 items Linked Articles: 9 items
Highlights and Key Takeaways from Natural Products Expo East 2023 Sep 27, 2023 Trade Shows Philadelphia was a fantastic few days, as New Hope said this would be the last Expo East ever. Quick Hits: 11 items Linked Articles: 9 items
Rodale Institute hosts its Annual Stewardship Awards Dinner, Aims to Become a Regenerative Organic Agriculture University Sep 13, 2023 Industry News Another magical night at the birthplace of organic in the U.S. Quick Hits: 11 items Linked Articles: 9 items
Given the Power of the GMO Industrial Complex, the Survival of Organic Cannot be Taken for Granted Aug 30, 2023 Industry News The only way that organic survives is if we can be cost-competitive with conventional. Quick Hits: 12 items Linked Articles: 9 items
The Organic Industry Needs AI-Robots More Than Most People Realize Aug 16, 2023 Industry News Labor issues, particularly when it comes to removing weeds, are an enormous problem. Quick Hits: 13 items Linked Articles: 9 items
The Formula for Organic isn't Complicated, But Not Everyone Wants to Follow it Aug 02, 2023 Organic Policy and Standards How the two add-on labels -- Regenerative Organic Certified® and Real Organic Project -- are more important than ever. Quick Hits: 11 items Linked Articles: 9 items
Key Takeaways from the Apeel Controversy and Where We Go From Here Jul 19, 2023 Industry News Is Apeel a "fungicide" or a "coating?" An in-depth look at this controversy, as it stands today. Quick Hits: 11 items Linked Articles: 10 items
Arjan Stephens named as President of Nature's Path Organic Foods, Discusses the Company's Acquisition Strategy Jul 19, 2023 Industry News In my interview, Arjan Stephens discusses his plans for the brand and what he looks for in acquisition candidates.
EXCLUSIVE: After Nearly 30 Years, the Founders of Lotus Foods Step Down, Appoint New CEO Jul 16, 2023 Industry News Company president and COO Andrew Burke takes over.
Highlights and Key Takeaways from the 2023 Summer Fancy Food Show and Good Food Mercantile Jul 05, 2023 Trade Shows Konjac, baking products, crackers and social impact stories stood out at both shows. Quick Hits: 11 items Linked Articles: 10 items
Gene Editing is GMO -- Contrary to What Governments, the Media and Companies are Telling Us Jun 21, 2023 GMOs The propaganda campaign around gene-edited foods has reached an entirely new level. Quick Hits: 11 items Linked Articles: 9 items
Organic Certifiers Take an Unprecedented Stand Against the USDA Jun 07, 2023 Organic Policy and Standards The Organic Agriculture is Soil-Based position statement is an incredibly significant development. Quick Hits: 11 items Linked Articles: 11 items
Why Dr. Bronner’s took Dirt Don’t Hurt Under its Wing May 30, 2023 Industry News An inside look at how Dr. Bronner's is both giving back and trying to foster the CPG ecosystem.
The State of California is in the Process of Defining "Regenerative Agriculture" and the Consequences for Organic Could Be Severe May 24, 2023 Industry News This is another Prop 37 moment for our industry. Quick Hits: 10 items Linked Articles: 9 items
"Sustainable" Certifications are Siphoning Billions from Organic May 10, 2023 Industry News The actual environmental benefit may be incredibly different from what consumers are assuming. Quick Hits: 11 items Linked Articles: 11 items
Co-Founder of the Organic Consumers Association, Ronnie Cummins, Passes Away Apr 28, 2023 Industry News A very big loss for consumers and the entire organic industry.
What Recent Grocery Shopping Trends are Telling Us Apr 26, 2023 Trends The industry has done a very poor job of communicating to consumers what organic means. Quick Hits: 12 items Linked Articles: 9 items
Genetically-Engineered Microbes Pose an Unspeakable Risk, But Most People Won't Tell You This Apr 12, 2023 GMOs Only when publicly-traded GMO 2.0 companies are forced to disclose the risks do we have a clear picture of just how big they are. Quick Hits: 11 items Linked Articles: 9 items
King Grove's Organic Blueberries are One of the Industry's Real Treasures Mar 29, 2023 Industry News There is a reason that fans describe them as "jaw-dropping" and "the best I have ever tasted." Quick Hits: 11 items Linked Articles: 9 items
Alongside Encouraging Trends that Emerged at Expo West 2023, Tension is Growing Over GMO 2.0 Mar 15, 2023 Trade Shows Will New Hope continue to embrace GMOs or stand in solidarity with the organic industry? Quick Hits: 11 items Linked Articles: 11 items
Incredibly, Organic Exports from Ukraine to Europe Increased by 13% in 2022 Mar 01, 2023 Industry News A global commitment to the organic food supply is a powerful unifying force. Quick Hits: 12 items Linked Articles: 10 items
Real Organic Project signs Groundbreaking Partnership with Germany’s Naturland Feb 15, 2023 Add-On Certifications Organic brands will soon be able to access -- and help grow -- this add-on label. Quick Hits: 11 items Linked Articles: 10 items
With a New Strengthening Organic Enforcement Rule, the USDA Has to Demonstrate its Will Feb 01, 2023 Organic Policy and Standards The SOE is a significant step forward, but some industry observers are expressing caution. Quick Hits: 12 items Linked Articles: 15 items
