Organic News

Are organic dairy farms paving the way for a healthier planet?

Organic dairy farming is not just a trend; it’s a powerful solution for combating climate change. By using sustainable practices, organic dairy farms are reducing greenhouse gas emissions, improving soil health, and supporting biodiversity. Since dairy farming has a serious impact on the carbon footprint of every dairy product, organic farms utilize new technology and […]

Organic cotton group mobilizes farmers and brands to grow organic cotton industry

In its impact report for 2022-23, the Organic Cotton Accelerator (OCA) highlights significant strides in advancing organic cotton farming practices and driving systemic change in the textile industry. It calls for more investments and industry-wide adoption of organic cotton as well as support of in-conversion cotton farmers to increase global supply. Through its Farm Programme, […]

Organic produce trade is growing between the U.S. and Mexico

Trade between the U.S. and Mexico in organic produce is booming, according to a recent report from the USDA Foreign Agricultural Service. In 2023, the top five organic exports from the U.S. to Mexico were apples, pears, grapes, spinach, and lettuce. Meanwhile, Mexico’s top five organic exports to the U.S. that year were avocados, strawberries, […]

Organic farmers’ beliefs about soil microbiome affect their practices, study shows

By Marianne Stein Organic farming can support soil microorganisms that promote plant defenses and reduce insect pests. But not all organic practices are equally beneficial for soil microbes, and it’s important to understand farmer motivations in order to encourage the adoption of microbiome-supportive efforts. A new study from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and Cornell University looks at how organic farmers’ beliefs […]

New report details health, sustainability benefits of organic produce

The Organic Center reviews three decades of science on organic vs non-organic Choosing between organic or non-organic strawberries and spinach in the produce aisles is not always easy, so knowing the facts helps. And the science-based facts are that organic strawberries are sweeter and healthier than conventional berries because of higher levels of sucrose and […]