Organic News

Organic food import values have increased to $5.7 billion since 2011

The value of U.S. organic food imports rose to $5.7 billion in 2024, marking an increase for more than a decade. One contributing factor is the rise in high-value product imports, such as fresh cultivated blueberries. Another reason for the increase is the introduction of trade tracking codes for organic products. Many such codes were […]

72% of consumers consider organic ingredients important in personal care products

Research from NSF demonstrates the growing demand for cleaner choices and third-party certification for skincare, cosmetics and soaps, among other products NSF, a global public health and safety organization, has released new consumer data that demonstrates the importance of health and sustainability in personal care purchasing habits. “NSF’s survey results clearly indicate that today’s consumers […]

Survey shows younger, health-conscious consumers are embracing organic

Millennials, Gen Z putting high value on organic’s health benefits  A $70 billion market now, organic may be maturing, but younger consumers—including new parents and their babies—are eating it up. A survey released by the Organic Trade Association (OTA) finds that organic’s benefits to personal health and nutrition are resonating deeply with Millennials and Gen […]

Organic Farmers Association elects new leadership

National advocacy organization Organic Farmers Association (OFA) has elected its next Governing Council and Policy Committee members. For the 2025 leadership term, 18 Governing Council and Policy Committee Members were elected or reelected to serve organic farmers. OFA has a total of 24 voting certified organic farmer members and 12 advisory organizational members. In March, members will […]

Organic farmland, food sales continue to grow

The amount of certified organic farmland in the U.S. has more than doubled, expanding from 1.8 million acres in 2000 to 4.9 million acres in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Economic Research Service (ERS). This increase is driven by rising consumer demand, especially for organic fruits and vegetables, and is supported by […]