Top 5 - Organic News to Help You Grow #263

1. California Organic Processed Product Sales Soar to $34.5 Billion in 2021

A new report issued by the California Department of Public Health’s State Organic Program shows staggering growth in organic product sales between 2020 and 2021—from $14.8 billion to $34.5 billion.  Read More

2. AgroThrive Makes Donation to ALBA in Honor of National Agriculture Week

What better way to celebrate National Agriculture Week than by supporting up-and-coming farmers in the industry? That’s exactly what AgroThrive did as it announced a donation of over 300 gallons of its liquid organic fertilizer to the Salinas, CA-based Agricultural Land-Based Training Association (ALBA). From March 21–28, the company matched purchases of its fertilizer made on its website and donated it to the organic farmers in training through the nonprofit organization.  Read More

3. Morning Kiss Organic Welcomes Imported Pear Season

Morning Kiss Organic is kicking off imported pear season, working with partners in Argentina to provide the highest quality fruit. Import season runs from March through June, and seasonal varieties include Packham, D’Anjou, and Bartlett.    Read More

4. Indoor Farming to Reach $155B By 2026

Indoor farming was a $79.3 billion market in 2021, according to PitchBook, which expects the segment to expand at a 14.4 percent compound annual growth rate to hit $155.6 billion by 2026.  Read More

5. Meijer Announces Its First-Ever Sustainability Supplier Summit

Meijer announced that it will host its first Sustainability Supplier Summit, giving vendors nationwide the opportunity to showcase their sustainable products—from food to pets to home goods—for Meijer merchants to consider offering on shelves.  Read More