The Non-GMO Blog

After 20 Years, Non-GMO Reclaims Its Place at the Table

You’re buying bread on your usual store run. As you reach for the standard GMO brand, you notice the organic, locally made loaf is only 15 cents more now. Which one would you buy? As the price gap between organic and conventional products continues to narrow, organic is becoming a viable everyday option for consumers. […]

Top 5 Non-GMO Processors Worth Watching in 2026

These mid-sized and regional processors may not be the largest players, but they are key to reliable non-GMO and organic supply chains, and continued investment in testing, traceability, and grower partnerships will expand verified capacity and strengthen regional networks in 2026 and beyond. Anson Mills An artisan mill in Charleston, South Carolina, Anson Mills cold […]

What the Organic & Non-GMO Report Learned From the 1980s Farm Crisis

The 1980s farm crisis left deep marks across rural America. Tens of thousands of farmers lost their land, rural towns emptied, and a generation of young people left the countryside. For those committed to transparency, soil health, and independent food systems, the crisis remains both a warning and a guide. One major lesson is the […]

Top 5 Tips for Non-GMO Brand Owners in Early 2026

As organic, non-GMO, and regenerative markets mature, brands face rising expectations from consumers and retailers alike. Recent industry data and certification trends point to five strategic moves mission-driven companies can prioritize in 2026: 1. Lean Into Regenerative Certifications Regenerative Organic Certified (ROC) continues to gain momentum. The Regenerative Organic Alliance launched its first national consumer […]

Sustainable Foods Summit North America: Jan. 28–29, 2026

Sustainability standards are rising faster than most companies can adapt, making events like the Sustainable Foods Summit North America essential for organic and non-GMO brands. The summit brings regenerative sourcing, traceability technology, and label integrity together with the retailers and ingredient suppliers shaping next year’s shelf space. The 16th edition of the summit, organized by […]