Top 5 for August 5: Organic news to help you grow
This week: No-touch ginger packaging, Mississippi's organic future and headaches for Canadian organic produce exporters. Find out more.
August 5, 2024
Organic producers attempt to make no-till work
Soil microbiology, diversity and nutrient cycling among considerations if farmers want to ditch the iron, consultant says. Read more at The Western Producer.
Frunature launches no-touch packaging for organic ginger
Innovative new packs are designed to improve store handling and shrinkage. Read more at FruitNet.
Mississippi’s organic food consumption, production among lowest
Organic foods have become part of the American kitchen, but recent data reveals that Mississippi lags in organic food production and sales. Read more at WJTV.
New U.S. organic rules cause headaches for Canadian exporters
A rule change meant to protect the integrity of organic food in the U.S. is causing headaches for Canadian exporters as it nears its enforcement date. Read more at Grainews.com.
Sprouts pins produce differentiation as growth driver
During the company’s 2024 second quarter earnings call on July 29, Sprouts Farmers Market’s executive team said the company’s efforts to differentiate in-store continue to bring results. Read more at Produce Blue Book.