FDA, CDC Investigate E. Coli Outbreak Linked to Organic Carrots

The multistate outbreak is linked to organic whole and baby carrots supplied by Grimmway Farms of Bakersfield, Calif.

Top Seedz Opens Buffalo Production Plant

The new facility offers 10 times the capacity of the company’s previous operation and is largely staffed by women refugees.

Organic Consumers Association Takes Legal Action Against Eggland's Best Eggs

The association, with Richman Law & Policy, is suing Eggland's Best over alleged misleading marketing claims.

American Casting & Manufacturing Offers Security Seals for Strengthening Organic Enforcement

In anticipation of the USDA's Strengthening Organic Enforcement (SOE) rules coming into effect on March 19, American Casting & Manufacturing is offering customized green security seals to the organic market.

FoodChain ID Acquires Organic Certifiers

Organic Certifiers is one of the first certification bodies accredited in the United States for the USDA National Organic Program.

Nature's Touch Acquires Assets of Sunrise Growers Frozen Fruit Operations

The acquisition strengthens Nature's Touch's mission to provide high-quality, diverse frozen food offerings, enhancing its capacity, efficiency, product diversity and commitment to globally standardizing food safety in the frozen fruit retail category, the company reports.

USDA Publishes Strengthening Organic Enforcement Final Rule

This final rule implements 2018 Farm Bill mandates, responds to industry requests for updates to the USDA organic regulations, and addresses National Organic Standards Board (NOSB) recommendations.

USDA Amends the National List for Organic Livestock and Handling

The final rule provides additional options for organic farms and businesses, by adding three substances to the list of substances allowed for organic production and handling.

Mexico Extends Deadline for U.S. Organic Exports

The deadline, which USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack commented on, is extended until Dec. 31, 2021.

Wish Farms Cuts the Ribbon on its New Headquarters

The grower's new headquarters includes design touches honoring the location's history, an adult-sized slide and more.

Gotham Greens Accelerates Growth With West Coast Expansion

The partnership with University of California will advance research and innovation in indoor agriculture industry.