The Organic & Non-GMO Report Newsletter

GMO pink pineapple launched, at $49 each, won’t be labeled GM

Del Monte’s genetically modified Pinkglow Pineapple is being touted as “Jewel of the Jungle,” exotic not only for its color but also for its sweeter, juicier taste. But GMO Free USA says it’s “Not wanted. Not needed. Not proven safe.” Approved in 2016 by the FDA, the pineapple has been genetically engineered to produce lower […]

Organic & Non-GMO Report editor featured on Acres USA podcast

Ken Roseboro, editor of The Organic & Non-GMO Report, was recently featured on “Tractor Time,” an Acres USA podcast. Roseboro spoke about genetically engineered crops and foods and the fast-growing markets for organic and non-GMO foods. Roseboro’s interview was also featured in the November issue of Acres USA magazine. To hear the podcast, visit: https://www.acresusa.com/pages/tractor-time-podcast […]

GMO Bt crops are failing, and farmers are angry about it

Proponents of genetically engineered crops have often pointed to insect resistant Bt crops as a great success. Now it appears that success is turning south as more insects are developing resistance to the crops, forcing farmers to use more toxic insecticides. Bt crops contain genes from the bacillus thuringienesis bacteria that is lethal to pests […]

Sustainable Foods Summit goes online

The 2021 Sustainable Foods Summit will discuss the impacts of the coronavirus pandemic on production and consumption of sustainable foods. COVID-19 is changing the way we shop and eat; it is also influencing raw material supply chains and distribution of food products. The sustainability implications will be discussed at the 11th North American edition, hosted […]

Oat milk surges to second most popular plant-based milk

Sales of oat milk rose to $213 million in the past year, making it second behind almond milk ($1.49 billion in sales). This marks an increase of 350% for refrigerated varieties and 106% for shelf-stable products. Soy milk came in at a close third place. Plant-based milks now comprise 14% of the milk category, growing […]