The Non-GMO Blog

Mushroom Compost and Weed Killing Microbes

As farmers look to move away from synthetic inputs and repeated tillage, compost and soil microbes are emerging as complementary tools within organic systems. This shift is reflected in the recent OMRI listing of a U.S.-made mushroom compost product from Modern Soils, derived from spent Agaricus mushroom substrate. The compost can now be used in […]

10 Best of Expo West

Staff picks standout brands and products leading the industry from Expo West 2026.   Rodale Institute Book Recognized for more than 75 years of advancing regenerative organic agriculture, with its latest publication continuing to translate research into practical guidance for farmers and industry stakeholders.   Magic Chocolate Selected for launching a new line of organic, […]

Pressures Reshape Ingredient Sourcing Strategies

Escalating tariffs, climate volatility, and geopolitical instability are forcing food companies to rethink ingredient sourcing strategies across categories ranging from coffee and cocoa to spices, coconut, and specialty grains. During a recent industry panel moderated by Mark Russo, Chief Science Officer at Everstream Analytics, sourcing leaders described an operating environment defined by overlapping risks and […]

On-Farm Hubs Accelerate AgTech Innovation

Specialty crop growers in the United States face mounting pressures from labor shortages, rising input costs, and increasing demand for sustainable and traceable food systems. To address these challenges, a new generation of on-farm innovation hubs is emerging, providing space for startups, growers, and technology developers to test and refine tools in real-world conditions. One […]

Balancing Nitrogen in Organic Farming

Organic nitrogen management remains one of the most complex challenges in non-GMO and organic systems, as new research and farmer experience continue to highlight the gap between theoretical models and field-level outcomes. At recent discussions among University of California Cooperative Extension advisors and growers, experts emphasized that nitrogen availability in organic systems is governed by […]