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OPN Connect Newsletter 34 · October 19, 2017

OGS Keynote to Feature Grower Roundtable; Don't Miss Costco's "Meet the Grower"

Don’t miss “From Wall Street to Main Street, Organic Means Good Business” a unique grower round table discussion during the Organic Grower Summit Keynote Sessions on Thursday, December 14^th. Join industry experts as they engage in thought-provoking discussions on topics including opportunities in organic mergers and acquisitions, organic challenges with land, labor and water, government regulation and how to meet the growing demand for organic.  

Speakers include:

Bill Reiman, Managing Director, Farmer, Gladstone Land Corp
Stan Pura, Founder, Farmer, Mission Ranches
Jeff Huckaby, President, Farmer, Grimmway Farms
Moderator: Scott LaRue, Managing Partner, Piper Jaffray

View the full schedule here

Don't Miss Costco's "Meet the Farmer"

Thursday, December 14^th OGS attendees have an opportunity to meet with Costco buyers as part of “Meet the Farmer.”

"Meet the Farmer" provides certified organic farmers and grower representatives the opportunity to meet face-to-face with Costco organic produce, dairy, meat, grain and wine buyers to discuss their operations and products. Meetings are made on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Organic Citrus Promotional Opportunities will Surface

October 19, 2017

There are expected to be some promotional opportunities for retailers with regard to organic citrus in the coming months, but it might require some creativity.

Braga Fresh Adds to Organic Line

October 19, 2017

Braga Fresh, a visionary leader in the organic fresh produce industry, will be showcasing its full lineup of Josie’s Organics fresh cut vegetables at PMA. The newest addition to the line, Power Mix, will be in the spotlight for all attendees to see.

Top 10 U.S. Organic Imports, Exports of 2016

October 19, 2017

Source: Sustainable Food News

Scientists at the University of New Hampshire (UNH) have launched a research project that aims to develop the first varieties of strawberries specifically designed for U.S. organic agriculture. The organic strawberry varieties will be developed using an advanced breeding method called marker-assisted breeding.

Weekly Top 5: Organic News You Need to Know

October 19, 2017

Highline Mushrooms' parent co. acquired by Japanese conglomerate in February
Coalition for Sustainable Organics today at PMA in New Orleans at the Embassy Suites Convention Center
U.S. Researchers to Develop First Organic Strawberry Varieties
Hurricane victims sent 70,000 lbs. of organic produce to Texas food banks
Organic trade group calls out magazine’s ‘name-calling’

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OGS Keynote to Feature Grower Roundtable; Don't Miss Costco's "Meet the Grower"

Other Articles:

Organic Citrus Promotional Opportunities will Surface

Braga Fresh Adds to Organic Line

Top 10 U.S. Organic Imports, Exports of 2016

Weekly Top 5: Organic News You Need to Know

Organic Citrus Promotional Opportunities will Surface

Braga Fresh Adds to Organic Line

Top 10 U.S. Organic Imports, Exports of 2016

OGS Keynote to Feature Grower Roundtable; Don't Miss Costco's "Meet the Grower"

Weekly Top 5: Organic News You Need to Know

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