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Iowa Organic Researcher Kathleen Delate Retires
Kathleen did tremendous work to advance organic agriculture in a state dominated by GMO corn and soybeans and hog factory farms. Her…
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Making Regenerative the Baseline: GoodSam’s Approach to Sustainable Snacking
Make regenerative expected, not exceptional, and align the entire supply chain to support farmers, soil health, and long-term food security. Heather Terry,…
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Advancing Regional Markets – Rodale’s Farmer’s Tool Kit
Rodale Institute will host a national advisor call on August 10th to discuss updates to its "Advancing Regional Organic Markets: A Farmer's…
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Top 5 Niche Specialty Markets in Demand
1. Organic Peas, Chickpeas, and Specialty Legumes Organic peas, chickpeas, lentils, and other food grade legumes remain in strong demand as plant…
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Upcycled Foods Movement
Upcycled food products are gaining momentum across the U.S. grocery sector as manufacturers increasingly turn food processing byproducts and surplus ingredients into…
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New Organic Grain Broker Service
New brokerage and digital trading services are continuing to emerge within the U.S. organic grain sector as producers, processors, and feed manufacturers…
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Push Back Against Bioengineered Products Labeled “Natural”
GMO/Toxin Free USA is increasing pressure on regulators and food manufacturers over the use of “natural” labeling on products derived through genetic…
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Innovation Shifts Toward Simplicity
At the CPG Innovation Summit during Natural Products Expo West, speakers highlighted a shift in how innovation is defined across the natural…
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Extreme Heat Adds to Food Security Pressures
A new joint report from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations and the World Meteorological Organization warns that extreme…
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Prairie Plants and Pollinators for Biodiversity
New research from Iowa State University is highlighting the relationship between prairie plant diversity and pollinator populations as scientists examine ways to…
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Soy and Maize Pressure EU Non GMO Markets
European non GMO crop markets remain broadly supplied entering the 2026 marketing season, though regional imbalances in soy sourcing and tighter maize…
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Monsanto v. Durnell Supreme Court Case
The U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments in April in a closely watched case that could determine the future of thousands of lawsuits…
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California Bill Targets PFAS in Agriculture
California lawmakers are advancing legislation that would phase out the use of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, in agricultural pesticides and…
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Organic Lunches in California School Districts
California school districts are accelerating efforts to transition to fully organic meal programs, driven by new collaboration across the supply chain. At…
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Opportunities for Organic Farmers in Regenerative Conservation Programs
Organic farming advocates are encouraging producers to make greater use of USDA conservation programs as the federal government expands support for regenerative…
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Debating Genetic Engineered Foods
Leaders from regenerative agriculture and precision fermentation companies shared sharply contrasting perspectives on sustainability and investment priorities during a recent panel discussion,…
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Fertilizer Alternatives From Chico State Research
Researchers at California State University, Chico are developing biological and regenerative farming approaches aimed at reducing dependence on synthetic fertilizers as growers…
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Specialty Milk Formula Market Expands
The global market for specialty infant formula continues to expand as pediatric food allergies, digestive disorders, and intolerance related conditions drive demand…
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