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In recent years there has been a rising interest in organic foods, as more people look for healthier and more sustainable dietary options. There is much debate about whether or not organic foods are more healthy than their pesticide-grown counterparts. In this Health News article, they explore the differences between organic and non-organic, as well as the benefits of incorporating more organic food into your diet. Albertsons leans Into organic breakfast trends. In the 2023 “Wake Up Organic Data Study,” commissioned by Albertsons Cos. and carried out in partnership with El Segundo, Calif.-based Prodege from March 25 to April 2, the Boise, Idaho-based grocer noted various trends in relation to consumers’ breakfast practices. Summer tips for transitioning to organic lawn care. Thanks to the Pest Management Policy passed in 2011, all those who use Scarborough parks, playgrounds, and sports fields have greatly reduced exposure to pesticides. Families, pets, wildlife, and waterways will all benefit as more and more homeowners learn about organic lawn care, and like the Town, choose not to use weed and bug killers. California agriculture officials are offering grants to organizations that would help farmers convert acreage to organic production. The state Department of Food and Agriculture is now accepting applications for the pilot program, through which recipients will help farmers and ranchers with such services as on-farm organic management consultation, translation, business planting, and organic certification. The Foundation for Agricultural and Rural Resources Management and Sustainability hosted its first public field day in Minot. Kyle Fibelstead, a visitor and gardener from Fargo, said he stopped by to pluck a few tips about organic food. “It’s good to just be able to grow vegetables for yourself and other people,” said Fibelstead. Paul Lepp, the owner and operator of Beagle Hill Organic Farm, began working on attaining his organic certification this year. He said after an organic farming business makes more than $5,000 in gross sales a year, they must get certified. 

Albertsons Leans Into Organic Breakfast Trends

In the 2023 “Wake Up Organic Data Study,” commissioned by Albertsons Cos. and carried out in partnership with El Segundo, Calif.-based Prodege from March 25 to April 2, the Boise, Idaho-based grocer noted various trends in relation to consumers’ breakfast practices.

https://progressivegrocer.com/albertsons-leans-organic-breakfast-trends

In the Know: Summer tips for transitioning to organic lawn care

Thanks to the Pest Management Policy passed in 2011, all those who use Scarborough parks, playgrounds, and sports fields have greatly reduced exposure to pesticides. Families, pets, wildlife, and waterways will all benefit as more and more homeowners learn about organic lawn care, and like the Town, choose not to use weed and bug killers. Here are a few things you can do this Summer to begin a transition to a healthy organic lawn that is safe for people, pets, and pollinators.

https://www.pressherald.com/2023/08/11/in-the-know-summer-tips-for-transitioning-to-organic-lawn-care/

 

State offers grants for moving to organic

California agriculture officials are offering grants to organizations that would help farmers convert acreage to organic production. The state Department of Food and Agriculture is now accepting applications for the pilot program, through which recipients will help farmers and ranchers with such services as on-farm organic management consultation, translation, business planting, and organic certification.

https://www.farmprogress.com/conservation-and-sustainability/state-offers-grants-for-moving-to-organic

 

Organic vs. Non-Organic Foods: Are they Safer, Better, Tastier?

In recent years there has been a rising interest in organic foods, as more people look for healthier and more sustainable dietary options. There is much debate about whether or not organic foods are more healthy than their pesticide-grown counterparts. In this article, we’ll explore the differences between organic and non-organic, as well as the benefits of incorporating more organic food into your diet.

https://healthnews.com/nutrition/healthy-eating/organic-vs-non-organic-foods-are-they-safer-better-tastier/

The process of organic certification

The Foundation for Agricultural and Rural Resources Management and Sustainability hosted its first public field day in Minot. Kyle Fibelstead, a visitor and gardener from Fargo, said he stopped by to pluck a few tips about organic food. “It’s good to just be able to grow vegetables for yourself and other people,” said Fibelstead. Paul Lepp, the owner and operator of Beagle Hill Organic Farm, began working on attaining his organic certification this year. He said after an organic farming business makes more than $5,000 in gross sales a year, they must get certified. 

https://www.kfyrtv.com/2023/08/15/process-organic-certification/

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