Weekly Top 5: Organic News You Need to Know #60

Over 8,000 Sign Organic, Natural Grocery Chain's Earth Day Pledge 

Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. said more than 8,000 customers have now taken its Ladybug Love Pledge. NGVC's Ladybug Love Pledge asks consumers to commit to "never use chemicals that harm ladybugs or other beneficial insects on my lawn or garden and to support 100 percent organic produce."

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Oppenheimer Group Ships New South American Apple Crop

Vancouver, B.C.-based The Oppenheimer Group, a major North American supplier of fresh, organic and conventional produce, said shipments of organic apples from the Southern Hemisphere are now arriving for distribution to U.S. retailers.

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Foxy Introduces Organic Bok Choy

With the encouragement of growing organic production, The Nunes Company launches its newest item, baby bok choy, which will sit under the Foxy Organic label. The item, which is available in 20 lb bulk packs, will make its way out to customers this week.

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Can Organics Help Rural America Rebound?

In an industry now worth $47 billion, organic certification can earn farmers like Johnson a premium, and the growth in demand has been consistent, year over year. From the outside, these facts might make the transition to organic a no-brainer. But in many rural areas with no immediate access to large bases of organic customers, it’s just not worth it. 

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Initial Draft of Farm Bill Released

Working closely with both Republicans and Democrats, OFRF has been advocating strongly for the inclusion of important organic provisions in the Farm Bill. The House Agriculture Committee has included increased support for organic research, data collection, and organic enforcement in the initial draft.

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“The demand for fresh organic produce is climbing rapidly, and our company is pleased to be helping retailers meet that demand while continuing to provide fresh and delicious conventional produce. Our extensive experience as a pioneer and leader in organic produce allows us to be a key resource to our valued partners as they seek to provide consumers with the best products on the market.” 

Rick Antle
Former President & CEO, Tanimura & Antle
1956 - 2018