The Business Case For Organic Agriculture, And Why Nonprofits Must Lead
As science-backed nonprofit leaders in agriculture, food systems and economic resilience, we often think about moving markets through education, advocacy or direct service. But there is another lever that nonprofits in our space control: credibility. As supply chain volatility, rising input costs and climate risk impact agriculture, credibility is becoming a strategic asset.
Organic systems are no longer positioned as a niche or values-driven choice; they are strategically aligned with the economic realities now facing the broader market. Positioned as a systems-level solution to growing economic pressure across the agricultural sector, the organic conversation is evolving from values-driven to risk-driven decision-making.
Natural and organic retailers have tripled their share of the $1 trillion US grocery market over the last two decades.
Natural and organic retailers have tripled their share of the $1 trillion US grocery market over the last two decades.
Organic Farming Could Help Crops Resist Drought
Long-term organic management may enrich beneficial soil bacteria that help plants cope with drought stress and changing climate conditions.
Niman Ranch Regenerative Beef Named “Organic Product of the Year” in 2026 Mindful Awards
The 2026 Mindful Awards Program today announced that premium meat brand Niman Ranch won the “Organic Product of the Year” award for its Regenerative Organic Certified® (ROC™) Grass-Fed Beef.
Niman Ranch’s ROC™ beef is the first 100% grass-fed program sourced entirely from domestic family ranchers and brought to market at scale. By combining elite Angus genetics with rigorous environmental stewardship, the program delivers a nutrient-dense product with steakhouse-quality marbling that disrupts the narrative that grass-fed organic beef is lean or inconsistent.
From the Ground Up: Nature’s Path Invests in Organic Community Gardens; Expanding Organic Food Access Across North America
Nature’s Path Organic Foods, North America’s largest independent organic breakfast and snack food brand, is now accepting applications for its annual Gardens for Good grant program. Celebrating its 16th year, the initiative supports organic community gardens and urban farming projects working to expand access to fresh, healthy organic food and strengthen communities across the U.S. and Canada.
