Top 5 - Organic News to Help You Grow #287

1. Morning Kiss Organic Offering Five Varieties of Organic Squash

Morning Kiss Organic is ready to ship organic squash. While squash is offered year-round, this vegetable is popular during the late summer and fall harvest season. Varieties offered will include butternut, acorn, spaghetti, buttercup, and delicata.  Read More

2. Rodale CEO Urges US House Ag Committee to Give American Farmers More Choice in Farming Methods

At a US House Agriculture Committee hearing on September 14, Rodale Institute CEO Jeff Moyer urged lawmakers to improve the regulatory environment for farmers so agricultural practices that improve soil health, enable American farming families to be more economically secure, and put the US on a path to food independence are encouraged and supported by the federal government.  Read More

3. New Officers Appointed as Wolf & Associates Expands

An organic industry pioneer for nearly 40 years, consultancy Wolf & Associates recently announced an evolution in its leadership to support the agency’s growth and newly expanded services. Senior Associate John Foster now serves as COO, and Senior Associate Sue Wagner serves as VP of administration. Agency Founder Bill Wolf continues to serve as CEO and President.     Read More

4. The Organic Food Company You Forgot King Charles Owned

King Charles III was knee-deep in organic farming before the promise of profitability and high-tech marketing. He began an organic venture on the Duchy of Cornwall's Home Farm in 1985, turning it into a "completely organic farming system." In the early 1990s, he founded Duchy Originals to sell organic foods.   Read More

5. AgriLife Extension Helps Expand Global Market for Texas-Grown Organic Produce

Experts from the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service are working to expand international export markets for Texas-grown organic fruits and vegetables by collaborating with producers and the produce industry.   Read More