To spend or not to spend? That’s the question these days when it comes to organic food. With the price of groceries still high, shoppers may be wondering if buying organic items is still worth it. Experts say the premium you’ll pay for organic is still worthwhile in some cases because organic products keep you and your children from eating pesticide residue. Reduced prices are expected for US organic crops according to a new report. Increased production and oversupply signaled a bearish turn for US organic crops. Mercaris, a market data service and online trading platform for organic and non-GMO certified agricultural commodities, said in its recent Spring 2023 Commodity Outlook report the US organic soybean production and carryover stocks at the start of the 2022-23 marketing year had reached a record 14.1 million bus, up 14% from 2021-22. Robust imports had fueled the oversupply, slashing US organic soybean prices from $35 a bu down to $22.93 a bu in recent months. Bonafide Research reports that the surge in demand for clean-label food and beverage products is expected to be a significant driver for the growth of the organic food and beverage industry. The rise in health consciousness among consumers increases the demand for sustainable food and beverages. By choosing organic products, consumers support sustainable agricultural practices that promote biodiversity, soil conservation, and the preservation of ecosystems. Amy’s Drive Thru, an organic and vegetarian concept, is opening its fifth location. The store, in Thousand Oaks, California, marks its first restaurant in Southern California, according to co-founder Andy Berliner. Growers and distributors are tackling organic agriculture’s plastic problem. From the ubiquitous, translucent clamshell displaying ripe raspberries to the hard plastic pallets used for transport, plastics are everywhere in the produce supply chain, whether we like it or not. Organic produce is no exception.
Organic fast-casual concept opening in Southern California
Organic fast-casual food? Yes, please! Amy’s Drive Thru, an organic and vegetarian concept, is opening its fifth location. The store, in Thousand Oaks, California, marks its first restaurant in Southern California, according to co-founder Andy Berliner.
https://www.fastcasual.com/news/organic-fast-casual-concept-opening-in-southern-california/
Reduced prices expected for US organic crops
Increased production and oversupply signaled a bearish turn for US organic crops. Mercaris, a market data service and online trading platform for organic and non-GMO certified agricultural commodities, said in its recent Spring 2023 Commodity Outlook report the US organic soybean production and carryover stocks at the start of the 2022-23 marketing year had reached a record 14.1 million bus, up 14% from 2021-22. Robust imports had fueled the oversupply, slashing US organic soybean prices from $35 a bu down to $22.93 a bu in recent months.
https://www.bakingbusiness.com/articles/59302-reduced-prices-expected-for-us-organic-crops
Global Organic Food & Beverage Market to Grow
Bonafide Research reports that the surge in demand for clean-label food and beverage products is expected to be a significant driver for the growth of the organic food and beverage industry. The rise in health consciousness among consumers increases the demand for sustainable food and beverages. By choosing organic products, consumers support sustainable agricultural practices that promote biodiversity, soil conservation, and the preservation of ecosystems.
https://www.foodengineeringmag.com/articles/101216-global-organic-food-and-beverage-market-to-grow
Is it really worth spending extra on organic fruits and vegetables?
To spend or not to spend? That’s the question these days when it comes to organic food. With the price of groceries still high, shoppers may be wondering if buying organic items is still worth it. Experts say the premium you’ll pay for organic is still worthwhile in some cases because organic products keep you and your children from eating pesticide residue.
How growers, distributors are tackling organic agriculture’s plastic problem
From the ubiquitous, translucent clamshell displaying ripe raspberries to the hard plastic pallets used for transport, plastics are everywhere in the produce supply chain, whether we like it or not. Organic produce is no exception.
