Source: Amy Sowder, THE PACKER, 2/22/21


Organic sales have risen 31%, and the number of organic farms has increased 17% between 2008 and 2019, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. And organic fresh fruits and vegetables dominate the sector in U.S. production, international trade and consumer purchases. Scientists, economists and organic experts shared their latest statistics and in-depth intelligence at the USDA’s 97th annual Agricultural Outlook Forum, themed “Building on Innovation: A Pathway to Resilience.”

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