1. Taylor Farms Pays Tribute to Albert Garnica
Taylor Farms and the Produce industry suffered a big loss last week with the passing of Albert Garnica. Over his career Albert helped define the reliability and quality that launched the value-added salad category. Read More
2. NOSB Fall 2020 Meeting Materials
The Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) National Organic Program (NOP) has posted meeting materials for the National Organic Standards Board (NOSB) Fall 2020 Meeting, to be held October 20 & 22 and October 28-30. Learn More
3. Natural Grocers Touts Organics with Promotion
Natural Grocers is drawing attention to its commitment to organic foods by launching a campaign to celebrate Organic Harvest Month. The grocery chain, which calls itself America's Organic Headquarters due to its 100% organic produce assortment, is teaming up with Beyond Pesticides on a fundraiser, giveaways, exclusive educational programs, discounts, and more. Learn More
4. Cal Giant Launches Spreading Smiles Fundraiser
In lieu of cancelled in-person fundraising events due to COVID-19, California Giant Berry Farms has launched an online platform to help financially support non-profit organizations in California's greater Pajaro Valley area that actively work to better the livelihood of their community’s members. Read More
5. Surfer Laird Hamilton's Organic Company Rides IPO Wave
Laird Superfood, a company co-founded by surfing legend Laird Hamilton, filed plans for an initial public offering on Monday as it looks to cash in on a surge in demand for all-natural food products. Learn More