The USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service says $9.75 million has been awarded through the Organic Market Development Grant to 10 projects that will support the development and expansion of new and existing organic markets to increase the consumption of domestic organic agricultural products. Black Mountain, North Carolina-based New Sprout Organic Farms LLC has been purchased by Joey and Kristi Hocutt, a husband and wife team with a long-time presence in the southeastern agriculture industry as growers-packers-shippers. Straus Family Creamery—renowned for its minimally processed premium organic dairy products and leadership in sustainable and regenerative carbon farming practices—announces the launch of its organic low-fat kefirs, available in two flavors—Plain and Blueberry. As with its milk and cream, the kefir is packaged in the brand’s iconic reusable glass bottles to support the mission-driven company’s 30-year tradition in climate-resilient practices, sustainable organic farming, and zero-waste goals. Justin’s, a category leader known for crafting delicious, real-food products that contribute to the world in a positive and meaningful way, is excited to introduce its latest innovation – Chocolate Candy Pieces – a clean swap for a nostalgic favorite. With this innovation, the brand has expanded its portfolio of organic chocolate treats beyond its beloved nut butter cups, offering consumers a variety of nutty chocolate formats that not only taste great but are made with ingredients that they can feel good about, too. These treats are USDA-certified organic, use Rainforest Alliance Certified cocoa, are Non-GMO Project Verified, and are available in two mouth-watering varieties, Dark Chocolate Peanut, and Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter. Organic Valley, the largest cooperative of organic farmers in the nation, announced today that the first agreements and payments have been provided to initial organic farmers participating in Organic Valley’s Carbon Insetting Program.
USDA awards nearly $10M in Organic Market Development Grants
The USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service says $9.75 million has been awarded through the Organic Market Development Grant to 10 projects that will support the development and expansion of new and existing organic markets to increase the consumption of domestic organic agricultural products.
https://www.thepacker.com/news/organic/usda-awards-nearly-10m-organic-market-development-grants
New Sprout Organic Farms goes full circle with new owners
Black Mountain, North Carolina-based New Sprout Organic Farms LLC has been purchased by Joey and Kristi Hocutt, a husband and wife team with a long-time presence in the southeastern agriculture industry as growers-packers-shippers.
https://www.thepacker.com/news/organic/new-sprout-organic-farms-goes-full-circle-new-owners
Straus Family Creamery Expands Its Premium Organic, Sustainable Dairy Lineup with the Launch of Organic Kefirs in Reusable Glass Bottles
Straus Family Creamery—renowned for its minimally processed premium organic dairy products and leadership in sustainable and regenerative carbon farming practices—announces the launch of its organic lowfat kefirs, available in two flavors—Plain and Blueberry. As with its milk and cream, the kefir is packaged in the brand’s iconic reusable glass bottles to support the mission-driven company’s 30-year tradition in climate-resilient practices, sustainable organic farming, and zero-waste goals.
Organic Valley Announces First Signed Agreements and Payments with Organic Dairy Farmers Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions at IDFA’s Dairy Forum
Justin’s Expands Offerings with Launch of USDA Certified Organic Dark Chocolate Candy Pieces
Justin’s, a category leader known for crafting delicious, real-food products that contribute to the world in a positive and meaningful way, is excited to introduce its latest innovation – Chocolate Candy Pieces – a clean swap for a nostalgic favorite. With this innovation, the brand has expanded its portfolio of organic chocolate treats beyond its beloved nut butter cups, offering consumers a variety of nutty chocolate formats that not only taste great, but are made with ingredients that they can feel good about, too. These treats are USDA certified organic, use Rainforest Alliance Certified cocoa, are Non-GMO Project Verified and are available in two mouth-watering varieties, Dark Chocolate Peanut and Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter.
