Last Friday, U.S. Senator Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) joined U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-Pa.) in introducing the Organic Science and Research Investment Act. By ensuring organics research is prioritized at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and increasing funding for research agencies and universities, this bill would provide much needed support to the organic farming industry.
Bipartisan Bill Introduced to Support Domestic Organic Farmers
Groups representing diverse organic stakeholders applaud the introduction of the Organic Imports Verification Act of 2025 (OIVA). Introduced by Sen. Pete Ricketts, R-NE and Sen. Tina Smith, D-MN, the legislation would promote organic integrity and a level playing field for domestic organic producers by requiring the USDA to test high-risk bulk imports of organic feedstuffs for residues of substances that are prohibited in organic production. In addition to adequate funding for core organic programs to meet the needs of the rapidly growing organic sector, they are advocating for the inclusion of OIVA in the upcoming Farm Bill.
Organic sales, popularity stronger than ever
The organic produce sector is seeing unprecedented sales, with sales reaching $9.5 billion in 2024, according to the Organic Produce Network’s State of Organic Produce 2024 report. That number represents a remarkable 5.7 percent increase from the previous year.
https://theproducenews.com/organics/organic-sales-popularity-stronger-ever
Organic leader named to Oregon ag board
Mike Dill, director of advocacy and sustainability for Organically Grown Company, has been appointed to the Oregon State Board of Agriculture. The appointment was announced April 9. He will immediately begin serving a four-year term on the government body and will have an option to reapply for a second term.
https://capitalpress.com/2025/04/14/organic-leader-named-to-oregon-ag-board/
Organic, natural product sales trending upwards
The organic and natural segment continues to find favor with consumers, with the category generating approximately $320 billion in sales in 2024.Natural and organic sales are expected to grow 5% annually through 2028, reaching $348 billion over the next four years, according to the Acosta Group’s Power of Natural and Organic report.
https://www.foodbusinessnews.net/articles/28116-organic-natural-product-sales-trending-upwards
