The Organic Trade Association is always pushing for legislation on climate change and continuous improvement and accountability in organic standards. But Johanna Mirenda, farm policy director, is also laser-focused on the organic fresh produce industry specifically in two ways. “Modernizing the system for review of inert ingredients is a priority of the organic industry,” Mirenda said. Freeing organic farmers from plastic pollution, scientists at Washington State University are working to introduce a better, more sustainable mulch and weed blocker for organic farmers. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, there are only 100 certified organic farms in the state of North Dakota. Kevin Horneman and his wife, Nancy, have been organic farming for decades — since 2009, to be exact. ‘I love my job.’ From Pennsylvania to Hawaii, the family has traveled all over pursuing their passion. Uncle Matt’s Organic, the nation’s #1 selling brand of organic orange juice, is excited to debut its new look featuring a redesigned logo and packaging. It’s been just over a year since the brand was welcomed back home to Founder and CEO, Matt McLean, who built and subsequently sold the company to Dean Foods in 2017, and bought it back in 2020. The visual transformation reflects the metamorphosis of a new Uncle Matt’s Organic – one with a stronger sense of cohesion and modernity. Organic farmers hurt by Trump Administration hope for a ‘level playing field.’ The Biden administration is considering reviving organic farming rules Trump killed. Now all eyes are on Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack as he weighs whether to bring the rule back.
What the Organic Trade Association is doing for produce
The Organic Trade Association is always pushing for legislation on climate change and continuous improvement and accountability in organic standards. But Johanna Mirenda, farm policy director, is also laser-focused on the organic fresh produce industry specifically in two ways. “Modernizing the system for review of inert ingredients is a priority of the organic industry,” Mirenda said.
https://www.thepacker.com/news/organic/what-organic-trade-association-doing-produce
Freeing organic farmers from plastic pollution
Scientists at Washington State University are working to introduce a better, more sustainable mulch and weed blocker for organic farmers.
https://news.wsu.edu/2021/08/09/freeing-organic-farmers-plastic-pollution/
‘I love my job’: North Dakota family has been organic farming since 2009
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, there are only 100 certified organic farms in the state. Kevin Horneman and his wife, Nancy, have been organic farming for decades — since 2009, to be exact. From Pennsylvania to Hawaii, the family has traveled all over pursuing their passion.
Uncle Matt’s Organic Unveils Brand Refresh
Uncle Matt’s Organic, the nation’s #1 selling brand of organic orange juice, is excited to debut its new look featuring a redesigned logo and packaging. It’s been just over a year since the brand was welcomed back home to Founder and CEO, Matt McLean, who built and subsequently sold the company to Dean Foods in 2017, and bought it back in 2020. The visual transformation reflects the metamorphosis of a new Uncle Matt’s Organic – one with a stronger sense of cohesion and modernity.
https://www.bevnet.com/news/2021/uncle-matts-organic-unveils-brand-refresh
Organic Farmers Hurt by Trump Administration Hope for a ‘Level Playing Field’
The Biden administration is considering reviving organic farming rules Trump killed. Now all eyes are on Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack as he weighs whether to bring the rule back.
https://inthesetimes.com/article/organic-farming-rule-trump-ended-revived
