Category: Sustainability
Applications open for 2026 Good Farmer Award U.S.
Beginning farmers can now apply for the 2026 Good Farmer Award U.S., supporting regenerative agriculture and community impact.
Organic leaders recognized at Organic Week 2025
OTA recognized eight leaders during Organic Week 2025. See how the honorees are advancing organic ag, sustainability and community impact.
AC Foods’ sustainable organic betterful Blues
AC Foods is reigniting the blueberry category with regenerative organic certified betterful Blues. Read more about the betterful blueberries.
Oregon State University launches organic agriculture Extension team
Oregon State University has formed the nation’s first fully organic Extension team. Learn how this supports sustainable farming statewide.
Good Humus Produce’s community mindset
Good Humus Produce grows organic produce in Northern California. Read more about the family farm’s community mindset.
Organic Produce Summit 2025 to spotlight industry trends and innovations
Join organic leaders at Organic Produce Summit 2025 to explore trends, AI and retail strategies in fresh produce. Learn more and register now.
UC Davis research project to map California’s transition to organic farming
UC Davis researchers are examining barriers to organic farming in California. Learn how the project could shape ag policy.
OFRF annual report highlights organic farming growth, research gains and policy progress
The Organic Farming Research Foundation (OFRF) boosted farmer-led research and advocacy in 2024. Explore key wins from the annual report now.
Wish Farms making a difference with berries
Florida’s Wish Farms has been growing and shipping berries for four generations. Learn how the farm diversified to include organic offerings.
Organic Farming Research Foundation launches research hub
Organic Farming Research Foundation has debuted a research platform to support organic farmers. Learn more about the Organic Research Hub now.
The Good Farmer Award U.S. to honor regenerative organic practices
Applications for the Good Farmer Award U.S. are now open to beginning regenerative farmers. Get all the details about the new award.
Efficient chemical apple blossoms thinning research at Penn State
Apple production contributes billions to the U.S. economy; however, the apple industry faces challenges related to a labor shortage and application of excess fertilizer and chemicals, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).
Organic Produce Summit registration to begin
Registration opens Feb. 4 for this year’s Organic Produce Summit (OPS).
Organic targets may require new markets
New markets may be required for organic growers in California, according to a report from the California Farm Bureau Federation.
James Beard winner teaming up with CEA company to highlight produce
James Beard Award-winning chef JJ Johnson will collaborate with controlled environment agriculture producer Edible Garden as culinary advisor to further develop the company’s product line.
MSU Extension introduces strategic direction plan
After a year of listening and learning, Michigan State University Extension, the community outreach arm of the university, has released its newly completed 2024 Strategic Direction Plan.