…organic stone fruit production is thriving, with apricots expected from early May to mid-July, cherries from mid-May to early July, and nectarines, peaches, and plums following suit. Plums will be…
Organic berries Lead in Sales for the Third Consecutive Year
…$1.186 billion in 2024, a 11.8% increase from the previous year. Organic berries commanded a 66.6% premium price over conventional berries. Organic berries Lead in Sales for the Third Consecutive…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 04-10-25
…late February, aimed to showcase almond farming practices, environmental stewardship, and humanize the industry. Influencers shared their experiences, leading to 14 Instagram stories with an organic reach of 277,000. The…
US Organic Market Experiencing Significant Growth
DepositPhotos image The US organic market is experiencing significant growth, with a rise in consumer demand for high-value products like fresh berries, as evidenced by the $5.7 billion in organic…
Trends in Organic Ag Sales
DepositPhotos image This year’s USDA Agricultural Outlook Forum provided the opportunity to discuss the lates sales figures for organic farm and food products and cover trends in such. Rod Bain…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 03-17-25
…vaccinations on organic dairy and poultry and the importance of transparency in food production. The segment concluded with a call for reducing regulations to allow common sense in farming practices….
Supply of Organic Mandarins from California Robust
DepositPhotos image The supply of organic mandarins from California is robust, with Tango mandarins being particularly large and of good quality. Demand is steady, and prices are lower than usual…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 02-27-25
…decision-making. The episode examines the implications of this action on farmers, including the potential impact on agricultural programs, organic certifications, and financial plans. Additionally, the discussion touches on new fees…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 02-20-25
…products among Millennials and Gen Z consumers. They explore findings from a survey by the Organic Trade Association, which highlight the health benefits and growing support for organic foods among…
Laser Technology Offers a New Approach to Weed Control
…prolonged exposure to chemicals. Additionally, because the Laser Weeder is not a chemical input, it can support organic farming. The labor savings are another significant benefit, according to Carbon Robotics….
Bird Flu Drives Egg Prices Up, No Relief in Sight
…consumers are already facing significantly higher prices or even empty shelves. Organic and cage-free eggs, which typically carry a higher price tag, have become even more expensive. Some grocery stores…
USDA Announces Grants and Technical Assistance Funding
Gardener tending to organic crops and picking fresh produce from the rooftop garden. DepositPhotos image The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently announced it is providing a total of $14.4…
CDFA’s Fertilizer Research and Education Program Allocates Funding to New Projects
…socially disadvantaged organic growers on soil fertility and irrigation, and establishing a science-based interactive website for nutrient management in organic crops. CDFA’s Fertilizer Research and Education Program Allocates Funding to…
USDA Works to Strengthen Food Supply Chain
…meat and poultry processing facilities, local food hubs, and organic processing operations. These efforts are also addressing longstanding issues of consolidation in agriculture. Moffitt highlighted how smaller operations often struggle…