Private label provides greater access to organic and healthy foods and beverages as consumers emerge from the pandemic
With two years of a global health crisis under their belts, consumers are seeking to bolster their health with better-for-you foods and beverages, made more accessible through private label offerings. The Hartman…
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USDA accepting applications to help cover costs of organic, transitioning producers
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Organic and Transitional Education and Certification Program (OTECP) and Organic Certification Cost Share Program (OCCSP) are two initiatives that help…
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As the organic industry booms, grower challenges and seed needs loom large
Organic Farming Research Foundation (OFRF) and Organic Seed Alliance (OSA) are proud to announce the release of the National Organic Research Agenda (NORA) and State…
1 min read04 · Organic NewsSyngenta CEO blasted for comments saying that organic farming is contributing to global hunger
In a move that the Syngenta boss says is “in no way linked to Syngenta’s business objectives,” CEO Erik Fyrwald recently called…
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Organic expands “carbon farming” to much more than storing carbon, IFOAM says
The EU branch of the International Federation of Organic Agriculture Movements (IFOAM) wants to recognize organic’s status as a “carbon farming” practice, beyond its…
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War in Ukraine slashes global supply of sunflower oil
The impacts of rising costs and shrinking supply of sunflower oil from Ukraine is causing “supply pain” across the globe as war…
1 min read07 · Impacts of War in UkraineLebanon looks to heirloom seeds to remedy wheat shortage
Lebanon has taken serious hits since 2019: a financial crisis, energy crisis, pandemic, and the 2020 Beirut port explosion. Now, the war…
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Non-GMO Project stands with Straus Family Creamery, other dairy farmers, as synbio milk accelerates
GMO “animal-free” dairy threatens non-GMO, organic producers During June Dairy Month, the Non-GMO Project joins American dairy farmers in calling out synthetic dairy, which…
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BASS sees strong demand for non-GMO corn
BASS Genetics, Inc., (Danube, MN) has been developing non-GMO corn hybrids since 2005; the varieties they’ve sold since 2017 are saving farmers…
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Regenerate America™ launched to advocate for regenerative agriculture policies
A new initiative was recently launched to advance regenerative agriculture in the U.S. Regenerate America™ is a coalition of farmers, businesses, nonprofits, and individuals…
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A perennial grass could mitigate climate change in the Midwest
Researchers lead effort to find natural option to protect crops Amid predictions of climate change driving up temperatures and causing more extreme…
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Ramping up regenerative agriculture at General Mills
Education on and implementation of regenerative practices on 1 million acres and continuing to link results to its food brands reflect General…
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Organic farm is first in Mexico to receive Regenerative Organic Certification
Year-round organic food supplier Campos Borquez is now certified by the Regenerative Organic Alliance and holds Regenerative Organic Certification (ROC). CEO Pablo Borquez, whose family farmed…
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Mexico fights to remain GMO-free in the face of U.S. agribusiness pressure
U.S. non-GMO farmers say they can help meet Mexico’s need for non-GMO corn Last October, Mexico took a strong stand for biodiversity…
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New study debunks claims that glyphosate-tolerant GMO crops help mitigate climate change
Glyphosate-tolerant crops increase tillage intensity, greenhouse gas emissions in U.S. corn and soybeans as weeds develop resistance to glyphosate—study Proponents of GMO…
1 min read16 · GMO NewsGene-edited leafy greens hyped to consumers as a “more appetizing” alternative
In early 2023, consumers will be pitched gene-edited mustard greens with transparent labeling. North Carolina startup Pairwise, founded in 2017, uses genome…
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In memory of Sheldon Krimsky: “Truly adored professor” and fearless critic of GMOs
We were sad to hear that on April 23rd Sheldon Krimsky, who for over more than 40 years made major contributions to…
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“Forever chemicals” may be responsible for contaminating 20 million acres of U.S. crops
PFAS substances or “forever chemicals,” compounds that don’t break down naturally, are likely responsible for tainting about 20 million crop acres in the…
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Big ag groups urge Biden to withdraw Solicitor General recommendation that Supreme Court not review Roundup lawsuit
Solicitor General brief says there is no sound reason for Supreme Court to review litigation In the wake of a brief by…
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New Jersey Institute of Technology biology graduate embarks on an organic farming mission
For biology graduate Xavier Reyes, his decision to hang up his lab coat in exchange for overalls to become an organic farmer…
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Regenerative agriculture transition to be accelerated through new impact fund
Worldwide insurance and asset management company AXA, global consumer goods company Unilever, and global alternative asset management group Tikehau Capital recently announced…
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GMO contamination found in native corn varieties in Brazil
In Brazil, one of the largest producers of GM crops worldwide, GMO monocultures account for about 123.5 million acres. Small-scale growers, indigenous…
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