Not so precise fermentation: Lab finds 92 unknown compounds in synthetic biology milk
Testing reveals unknown molecules and fungicide in Bored Cow dairy alternative; findings dispute claims that synthetic biology-produced dairy protein is identical to real dairy protein. A laboratory recently discovered 92 unknown compounds…
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Brazil’s rapid GMO soy expansion linked to increased childhood leukemia deaths
As the top global GM soybean producer and pesticide consumer, it’s not surprising Brazil is the focus of research on health impacts…
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New IFOAM publication establishes safety and risk assessment protocol for new GMO technologies
The IFOAM Seeds Platform has published the Global Safety & Risk Assessment Protocol for New Genomic Technologies, a new guidance for governments and the private…
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As consumers flock to organic foods, lawmakers urge more federal grants for farmers
Supporters eye uncertain farm bill as a vehicle for measure By Samantha Dietel U.S. lawmakers are pushing a bill that would boost…
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Organic produce sales and volume edge up again in Q3
For the second quarter in a row, organic fresh produce grew slightly in year-over-year sales and volume in the third quarter of…
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Minnesota farmer faces $19.7 million judgment, prison sentence in organic fraud case
A federal court has ordered a Minnesota farmer to forfeit property toward a $19.7 million judgment after he pleaded guilty to wire…
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Crop insurance for specialty and organic crops grows as options improve and expand
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is beefing up crop insurance options for specialty crop and organic producers, including rolling out new and…
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Bipartisan bill introduced to ensure continued advancement of organic
The Organic Trade Association commended the introduction of critical bipartisan legislation in Congress to ensure organic standards continuously evolve and improve, and…
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Organic farming trend continues a steady march across Europe
As consumers prioritize sustainably grown food, EU growers are realizing additional benefits from organic farming: greater profits and a potential shield against…
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Farm Action: GMO corn trade dispute with Mexico represents non-GMO market opportunity for U.S. corn growers
“If the U.S. shifted 180,000 acres (0.2% of its corn acreage) of GMO corn to non-GMO, it would generate $7.75 million in…
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La Morenita is recipient in the Non-GMO Project’s Equitable Transfer Program
Napa, CA-based La Morenita is one of the first to be welcomed into the Non-GMO Project’s Equitable Transfer Program (ETP). Launched in March…
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Climate Collaborative launches initiative to boost organic and regenerative supply chains for CPG companies
The non-profit Climate Collaborative’s mission is to catalyze bold climate action within the grocery industry. It recently announced a year-long initiative, the…
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California Department of Food and Agriculture to host first public listening session on defining regenerative agriculture
The California Department of Food and Agriculture, in collaboration with the State Board of Food and Agriculture, will be hosting five public…
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Lotus Foods achieves Regenerative Organic Certified® Gold
Lotus Foods Organic White and Brown Basmati Rice is now the 6th product worldwide to meet the rigorous standards for certification as…
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Fairtrasa launches world’s first 100% Regenerative Organic Certified® bananas
Fairtrasa has partnered with farmers from Ecuador to globally debut Regenerative Organic Certified (ROC) bananas. The certification represents the highest standard of…
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General Mills and Walmart partner to advance regenerative agriculture across 600,000 acres by 2030
General Mills, Walmart, and Sam’s Club announced a collaboration to accelerate adoption of regenerative agriculture practices that will improve soil health, water…
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Record harvest leading to strong supplies of organic corn and soybeans
Strong supplies are expected to keep bearish pressure on organic commodity prices as the market moves into the 2023/24 marketing year, according…
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Africa emerges as leading organic soybean supplier to U.S.
With the curtailing of organic soy imports from India, Africa has emerged as the leading exporter of organic soybeans to the U.S.…
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Ciranda welcomes new VP of Sales and Food Safety Manager
Ciranda, North American provider of certified organic, non‐GMO, and Fair Trade food ingredients, announces the addition of two new team members. Carol…
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Bayer loses another Roundup-cancer trial, ordered to pay $1.56 billion
Bayer is on a losing streak in its trials over Roundup weedkiller’s link to cancer. In November, a Missouri jury ordered Bayer…
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Glyphosate linked to epidemic of chronic kidney disease
The mystery of tens of thousands of cases of kidney failure in Sri Lanka may have an answer—exposure in farming communities to…
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