Top 5 for July 30: Organic news to help you grow

New report details health, sustainability benefits of organic produce

An important new report from The Organic Center details the nutritional difference that eating organic produce makes and the environmental, human health and socioeconomic benefits of organic produce production and farming. The report’s findings are based on a broad review of 85 scientific studies from around the world conducted over the last three decades on the health and environmental impacts of organic produce and agriculture. Read more at Morning Ag Clips.com.

National Organic Program import certificate update: Cutoff date September 19, 2024

Import certificates are now required for all organic goods entering the United States. As we learn more about National Organic Program (NOP) Import Certificates, there are a few things to keep in mind. Read more at CCOF.

Canada's certified organic fruit and vegetable production declined in 2023

The farm-gate value of certified organic fruit and vegetable production fell 11.1% to $174.3 million in 2023. Organic fruit production was down by one-third from 2022 mainly because of adverse weather conditions in key provinces, while organic vegetable production decreased 2.1%. Read more at Fresh Plaza.

Younger generations fueling growth in the organic industry

In recent years, the beginnings of a seismic shift have been observed in consumer behavior, primarily driven by the younger generations. Millennials and Gen Z are not just interested in what they eat; they are deeply invested in the values that their food represents. This trend towards value-based eating has the potential to transform the food industry, with organic food at the forefront of this revolution. Read more at Organic Grower.

DECCO US achieves organic certification for coatings

DECCO announced that it achieved organic certification by organic certifier Oregon Tilth Organic Certification for its post-harvest coatings. Read more at And Now U Know.