1. $20 Million Available for Certified and Transitioning Organic Producers 

Organic farmers and ranchers have faced numerous supply chain and economic challenges throughout the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. A $20 million investment from USDA’s new Organic and Transitional Education and Certification Program will help organic producers achieve and maintain their certification, implement organic practices, and expand market opportunities.   Read More

2. 3Bar Biologics Wins Western Growers/S2G Ventures’ AgSharks Competition

The winner of the 2021 AgSharks Competition, hosted by Western Growers and S2G Ventures, has been named—3Bar Biologics received a $250,000 equity investment offer to take its microbe technology from development to market.     Read More

3. CCOF Now Accepting Applications for PrimusGFS Food Safety Certification 

CCOF Certification Services is now offering PrimusGFS food safety certifications for organic producers! CCOF is accepting applications from farmers, coolers/distributors, harvest crews, packinghouses, and processors of produce.     Learn More

4. Misfits Market Launches Grocery Delivery in California

Misfits Market, the leading online grocery platform focused on sustainability, affordability, and accessibility, today announced its launch in California, delivering to every zip code—from urban centers, to suburbs, to rural areas—in the state.   Read More

5. CalEPA Head Wants 75% of Agriculture to Be Organic by 2050

CalEPA Secretary Jared Blumenfeld has said “several times” that he would like to see 75 percent of the farms in California transition to organic practices by 2050.  Read More