Organic Food Newswire

The Western Producer: Organic farms also need to use soil testing

April 24, 2025 —  Organic crop farmers may be missing out on a valuable source of data by not sampling and testing their soil for nutrients. Long a staple of conventional farming operations, soil testing hasn’t caught on to the same degree among organic …

Organic sales were up 5.2% in 2024

Sales of organic products accelerated at their fastest pace in four years in 2024, driven by increasing consumer demand for healthful foods and foods that are free from pesticides and certain additives, according to the Organic Trade Association. The OTA …

Organic produce sales hit $21.5 billion in 2024

U.S. sales of certified organic products reached a new high of $71.6 billion in 2024, with fresh produce continuing to lead the organic market. According to the 2025 Organic Market Report released by the Organic Trade Association (OTA), organic produce …

Fordhall Organic Farm secures grant for pioneering river-friendly farming project

Fordhall Organic Farm, renowned as England’s first community-owned farm, has been awarded a significant grant from the ‘Shropshire Green Spaces and Active Travel Fund’ to implement an innovative River-Friendly Farming project. Fordhall Farm near Market …

Nestle beats first-quarter organic sales estimates

LONDON (Reuters) -Nestle posted better-than-expected first-quarter organic sales growth on Thursday as the world’s biggest packaged food company hiked prices for its Kit-Kat chocolate wafer bars and Nescafe coffee. The Swiss company maintained its 2025 …

Organic farms also need to use soil testing

Organic crop farmers may be missing out on a valuable source of data by not sampling and testing their soil for nutrients. Long a staple of conventional farming operations, soil testing hasn’t caught on to the same degree among organic producers, said a …

AkzoNobel Q1 2025 organic sales remains flat

Building a wellness empire, one organic product at a time

Joey Marcelo, CEO of Santé International, spoke about the importance of resilience and reinvention during his keynote address at the Asia SME Forum 2025, held March 27 at Marriott Hotel Manila. Marcelo recalled the setbacks he faced before founding Santé …

Growth of U.S. Organic Marketplace Accelerated in 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C., April 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- U.S. sales of certified organic products accelerated in 2024 with an annual growth rate of 5.2%, more than double that of the overall marketplace which grew at 2.5% in the same period. Dollar sales for …

Vertiv Raises Full-Year Outlook, 25% Organic Sales Growth Fuels Strong Q1

Vertiv Holdings Co VRT shares are trading higher after the company reported first-quarter FY25 results. Net sales rose 24% year-over-year (Y/Y) to $2.04 billion, beating the consensus of $1.94 billion. Organic sales increased 25% Y/Y in the quarter …

NutriHarvest® Unveils Organic Fertilizer That Boosts Yields up to 48% and Protects Waterways

OMRI-Listed NutriHarvest® Fertilizers Meet Standards for Certified Organic Growing BURLINGTON, VT, UNITED STATES, April 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NutriHarvest®, a pioneering leader in healthy organic gardening and farming solutions, is …

Man Revives Iconic Indian Lake by Converting Lake Weed Infestation into Organic Fertilizer Business

Weed clearance on Dal Lake – photo provided to The Better India by Maninder Singh From Northern India comes the story of an entrepreneur’s efforts to clean up a historically-beautiful lakefront by turning an infestation of weeds into rich natural …

Greenhouse Trial Confirms Superior Performance of Windfall Bio’s Organic Fertilizer

SAN MATEO, Calif., April 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Windfall Bio, a leader in methane-to-value solutions, today announced strong results from a recent greenhouse trial with its methane-derived organic fertilizer product. Designed to meet the growing …

Organic Farmers Association weighs in on new organic rule

As farmer services director with the Organic Farmers Association (OFA), Julia Barton serves transitional, organic and sustainable producers as a certifier, inspector and provider of technical services. Barton and her family operate an organic farm in Ohio. …

The Media and I - Organic Farming, the $52 Billion Boondoggle

If paying more for produce that’s neither cleaner, greener, nor more nutritious sounds like a good deal, organic farming is the fairy tale for you. During my recent chat on Mark Hahn’s Drive Time Live radio program, we dove into the thorny world of organic …

How to Savor the Culinary Scene in St Kitts, From Organic Farms to Hip Beach Lounges

Saltfish and dumplings. Cook up. Conch chowder. Stewed oxtail. Curry goat. Fried plantains. Johnny cakes. Pelau. Tamarind balls. If there’s one thing you need to know about St. Kitts, it’s that this island knows how to eat. And if you’re looking for the …

Opinion: The use of sulfur in organic farming may be “natural,” but it’s not harmless

In California’s agricultural heartland, where fields of grapes and strawberries stretch for miles, a sharp, acrid smell often lingers in the air. That smell is sulfur dioxide — a toxic gas formed when elemental sulfur, the most widely used pesticide in the …

Industrial conglomerate Dover cut its guidance — here's why the stock is rallying anyways

Shares of Club name Dover climbed higher Thursday after the industrial conglomerate reported mixed first-quarter results. Although the company lowered its full-year outlook, the market quickly caught on to management's conservatism, allowing the stock …

Procter & Gamble CEO says price hikes are 'likely,' as Tide owner cuts outlook due to tariffs, uncertainty

Procter & Gamble on Thursday reported mixed quarterly results as demand for its products fell, gave a dimmer outlook for the current quarter and said price hikes could be coming. The company, which owns Tide and Charmin, slashed its forecast for core …

Yellow Pea Protein Market to Surpass USD 16 Billion by 2035 Amid Soaring Demand for Plant-Based Nutrition | FMI

The Yellow Pea Protein Market is growing due to rising demand for plant-based and allergen-free protein alternatives. NEWARK, DE, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The yellow pea protein market is poised for exponential growth …

Bouquets and Bubbles® Debuts FlowerGiving.com, a New Booking Hub for Purpose-Driven Floral Experiences

Launch highlights brand’s national growth, its “create, connect, give back” mission, and ongoing trademark-protection efforts NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bouquets and Bubbles®, an Arizona-based provider of …

New Lawsuit, Complaint to U.S. Customs Allege Slavery, Human Trafficking in Starbucks’ Brazilian Coffee Supply Chain

8 trafficked workers bring TVPRA suit against Starbucks; Petition to U.S. CBP threatens to halt U.S. imports of Brazilian coffee tainted by slavery/forced labor WASHINGTON, D.C., DC, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

Cheeky Cocktails Appoints Suja Juice Veteran Jeff Church as Strategic Advisor to the CEO & Member of Its Management Team

Church will provide strategic guidance as Cheeky continues its rapid expansion across retail, hospitality, and international markets NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cheeky Cocktails, the AAPI-owned and Brooklyn-based …

hs-tumbler’s trajectory mixer cleared for industrial rollout

Ham mixed in seconds, not hours; reduces energy use by 80 percent; eliminates stirring, kneading and brine injection; 7.2 tons per hour; 12-second batch swaps OSNABRUECK, LOWER SAXONY, GERMANY, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- German startup hs- …

Peirano Estate Winery's Winemaker's Selection Earns Double Gold & 99 Points at 2025 CA State Fair Wine Competition

LODI, CA, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Peirano Estate Winery is thrilled to announce that its Winemaker’s Selection has been awarded a coveted Double Gold Medal and an exceptional 99-point rating at the 2025 California …

Mérida, México sede de los eventos internacionales XXV Reunión ACORBAT y X Congreso del Banano CORBANA, 2026

SAN JOSE, COSTA RICA, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- La Corporación Bananera Nacional de Costa Rica (CORBANA) anuncia oficialmente la realización conjunta de la XXV Reunión Internacional ACORBAT y el X Congreso Internacional del Banano …

Virginia Smart Manufacturing Accelerator and Central Virginia Community College Half-Day Smart Manufacturing Workshop

The workshop aims to unveil the future of manufacturing by empowering innovators and inspiring change. LYNCHBURG, VA, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Virginia Smart Manufacturing Accelerator (VSMA), in collaboration with …

Hannah Beaver Receives Excellence in Travel Service Award from The Gilded Palm Magazine

Hannah Beaver wins The Gilded Palm’s Excellence in Travel Service Award for her personalized, stress-free trips through Marvelous Magical Travel. NAPLES, FL, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hannah Beaver, a Southwest Florida- …

TGI Fridays Appoints Phil Broad as President of International Franchising

DALLAS, April 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TGI Fridays, the iconic global brand known for bringing bold food, vibrant energy, and American-style hospitality to over 41 countries, is proud to announce the appointment of Phil Broad as President of TGI …

Insect Protein Market to Hit USD 4.08 Billion by 2035 Amid Rising Demand for Sustainable Nutrition | FMI

Insect protein market gains traction driven by sustainable nutrition and rising demand for alternative protein sources. NEWARK, DE, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The global insect protein market is on a sharp growth …

'Decoding Maritime Emissions': Trade Tensions and Environmental Pressures Reshape Shipping in Q1 2025

VesselBot's Q1 2025 analysis reveals 19.38% maritime emissions increase despite efficiency gains, as geopolitical tensions reshape global shipping patterns. ATHENS, GREECE, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In its latest quarterly analysis titled …

🚀 Choose Launches to Empower U.S. Restaurants with Full-Control Online Ordering and a Profit-First Growth Platform

Choose - A new age Online Ordering Platform for Restaurants built by restaurateurs and digital marketing experts ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a landscape dominated by third-party delivery giants, a new …

YRC Explores the Rise of TGM: What Makes Dubai-Based 'The Giving Movement' a Standout Brand

In this note, YRC’s omnichannel fashion consultants share insights on what makes Dubai-based brand TGM (The Giving Movement) a standout in fashion. PUNE, MAHARASHTRA, INDIA, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In this communiqué, the team of …

Plus Packaging Acquires APSTape to Expand Custom Tape Offering

More custom tape options, faster turnaround, and the same trusted service — now under one roof. MADISON, NJ, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Plus Packaging, a US-based leader in custom packaging solutions, has officially acquired …

Untappd Partners with Salsify to Provide a Complete Beverage Catalog Solution for Retailers

CHARLOTTE, NC, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Untappd, the leading global app platform for search and discovery for beer, breweries, and alcohol retailers, announced today a partnership with Salsify, the platform empowering …

The Albany Job Fair 2025 May 14th – Just Announced Veterans Hour Added

The Albany Job Fair on May 14th will open from 1 pm- 2pm for Veterans early access to recruiters before opening to the public from 2 pm-6 pm. ALBANY, NY, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Albany Job Fair, now in its 14th …

Dillon Kouf of Double K Ranch Recently Featured on Close Up Radio

DARBY, MT, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Double K Ranch, a family-operated farm managed by Dillon Kouf, is dedicated to providing top-quality, all-natural GMO-free Angus beef and Heritage pork. With roots tracing back to …

Mission Produce® Inaugurates State-of-the-Art Packhouse in Guatemala to Power Year-Round Avocado Supply

OXNARD, Calif., April 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mission Produce, Inc. (NASDAQ: AVO) (“Mission” or “the Company”) a world leader in sourcing, producing, and distributing fresh Hass avocados, today announced the inauguration of its new state-of-the-art …

New England Village Foods Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Almonds in “19th Hole Snack Mix”

COMPANY ANNOUNCEMENT When a company announces a recall, market withdrawal, or safety alert, the FDA posts the company's announcement as a public service. FDA does not endorse either the product or the company. Read Announcement View Product Photos …