A more favorable pricing picture for organic produce
Organic fruits and vegetables are becoming a less costly category. Prices for many selections are declining and helping to fuel more purchasing from the large base of inflation-weary and cost-conscious shoppers.
https://www.supermarketnews.com/fresh-produce/a-more-favorable-pricing-picture-for-organic-produce
Organic Newsletter
Target has organic produce in its sights
Organic produce merchandising is on the upswing. With sales at many outlets increasing, and more shoppers seeking foods that are healthier and environmentally favorable, retailers have the potential for even greater category gains, presenters said at the 2024 Organic Produce Summit in Monterey, Calif.
https://www.supermarketnews.com/fresh-produce/target-has-organic-produce-in-its-sights
As the new year begins with the bleak and devastating reminder brought on by the Los Angeles fires, the nation and world are reminded once again that dramatic land management changes are necessary to address the erratic weather conditions contributing to the force and effect of the fires and the length of the fire season. This is only the most recent reminder, as Beyond Pesticides and many organizations call for an urgent end to land management practices and inputs that rely on the production and use of petrochemical pesticides and fertilizers, which contribute to the global climate crisis. Often incorrectly referred to as natural disasters, environmental disasters, including fires, floods, and severe weather events, are brought on or exacerbated by widespread reliance on disruptive chemicals, which played a role in a delayed start to the southern California rainy season, hurricane-force winds, and low humidity levels—all elevated by climate change. As organic is increasingly understood to be a climate solution, OrganicClimateNet last year launched an aggressive effort to build the base of organic farmers in the European Union (EU).
Consumers group organic produce, sustainability together
Perhaps nowhere is Fresh Del Monte’s commitment to organic more clear than its organic avocado program. In 2024, the company has increased its unit sales by 54%, said Nuno Baptista Miranda, senior brand manager.
Historic Support Available for or Farmers Going Organic
New funding is making it easier than ever for Oregon farmers to become certified organic.
https://www.farms.com/news/historic-support-available-for-or-farmers-going-organic-221561.aspx
Natural Grocers launches line of own brand organic soups
All six varieties are certified organic, non-GMO and made with entirely plant-based, gluten- and dairy-free ingredients
