What – and who – is driving growth in the organic industry?
The organic industry reached a record-breaking $70 billion in US sales in the last year, thanks in large part to the innovation, education and the scientific research driven by the Organic Trade Association and the brands, farmers and others who make up its membership and who recently gathered to celebrate the Second Annual Organic Night Out at Natural Products Expo West
Organic Valley Continues Pioneering Legacy by Selecting First Female Chief Executive Officer in Cooperative’s History
Organic Valley, America’s largest organic farmer-owned cooperative, announced the selection of agricultural veteran and community advocate Shawna Nelson as the cooperative’s fourth CEO, effective March 28. Over the span of almost 20 years within the co-op, she has grown from intern to CEO, contributing significantly to Organic Valley’s growth and demonstrating success in cross-departmental strategy and success at every stage.
Organic industry confronts wave of challenges
“The American organic sector is bigger than ever,” said Tracy Favre, board of directors president, Organic Trade Association (OTA), Washington. “Sales of certified organic products are at record levels, even as inflation has pressured consumers. Our 2024 Organic Industry Survey reported that organic sales closed in on the $70 billion mark in 2023, a new high for organic.”
https://www.bakingbusiness.com/articles/63487-organic-industry-confronts-wave-of-challenges
Student Researcher Aims for Carbon Capture at the Organic Farm
Most carbon in soil is eaten by microbes and respired back into the atmosphere as carbon dioxide, contributing to global warming. As part of her culminating experience project, Molly Stevens ’25 has spent her senior year working with Professor of Earth Sciences Carl Renshaw and Senior Research Scientist Josh Landis on a possible solution.
https://home.dartmouth.edu/news/2025/03/student-carbon-capture-soil-photo-series
Say Cheese! Organic Valley Unveils the First Nationally Available Organic American Cheese Blocks in Original and Fiesta Flavors; Laurie Drake Comments
Organic Valley—America’s largest organic farmer-owned cooperative—announced the launch of its new organic American Cheese Blocks in two creamy and delicious options: Original and Fiesta. The new 11-ounce American Cheese Blocks are for cheese lovers who crave the comforting taste and ooey-gooey melt of American cheese made with recognizable organic ingredients.
