The Organic & Non-GMO Report Newsletter

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 […]

Beyond greenwashing: 5 key strategies for genuine sustainability in agriculture

By Santiago Gowland, CEO, Rainforest Alliance Businesses must adopt clear frameworks for regenerative agriculture, with specific goals, detailed practices and scientific methods to measure impacts. Successful regenerative agriculture should consider local environmental conditions and directly involve farmers, crucial to sustainable transformation. Companies should practice radical transparency in supply chains to combat greenwashing and make measurable and […]

Rodale Institute is accepting applications for the 2024 Organic Hero Box campaign

As a member of the natural products industry, the Rodale Institute invites organic food brands to submit their product (or share this with organic brands you love) to be considered for this year’s Organic Hero Box opportunity. Rodale Institute, founded in 1947, is the world’s most trusted and oldest non-profit focusing on regenerative organic agriculture […]

Regenerative Organic Certified (ROC) blueberries deliver taste and sustainability.

betterful blueberries—a new brand launched by AC Foods—has been approved for Regenerative Organic certification, promising a high level of sustainability as well as taste and health benefits. The berries are grown in California and Oregon and are available in select Whole Foods, Sprouts, Bi-Rite, NewLeaf, Berkeley Bowl Marketplace, and Oliver’s locations. This year, betterful’s Oregon […]

Over half of sperm samples contained high levels of glyphosate, study finds

A French fertility clinic reported that over 55% of sperm samples showed significant levels of the weedkiller glyphosate—suggesting potential harm to reproductive health. In addition, researchers found impacts on DNA and a link between glyphosate concentrations and oxidative stress on seminal plasma. The evidence points to “a negative impact of glyphosate on human reproductive health […]