A new report from Ecovia Intelligence suggests that organic sales have seen a ‘hefty sales increase’ globally. Online retailers are reporting the highest sales growth. In the US, Whole Foods Market has started limiting the number of its online grocery customers because of unprecedented demand. Meanwhile in the UK, Abel & Cole reported a 25% … Read more
Germany is the largest market for organic food in Europe. According to figures from industry body Bund Ökologische Lebensmittelwirtschaft (BÖLW), the organic market grew to a value of €14.99 billion last year, up from €12.26 billion in 2019. Germans bought 22% more organic food and beverages during a period that saw organic sales increase at … Read more
In South Korea, organic foods are associated with health benefits, and even high prices haven’t deterred local consumer demand for such products, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic hit and skyrocketed. the demand for foods with benefits for health and well-being. “Regular food prices in South Korea are already considered very expensive compared to standard food … Read more
By 2050, the government has committed to meeting several sustainability commitments under its new National Strategy for Sustainable Food Systems, including a 50% reduction in the use of chemical pesticides, a 30% reduction in the use of chemical fertilizers. and a minimum 30% increase in food manufacturing productivity. . “Japan is currently facing major challenges … Read more
In line with the growing demand for products derived from natural substances and processes, the EU organic sector increased by 70% in the last ten years. Data from the European Commission shows that organic retail sales reached 34 billion euros in 2017. This trend is not going to stop, as the proposals for the future … Read more
The European organic food market continues to grow. According to FiBL, the Organic Agriculture Research Institute, sales reached 45 billion euros in 2019 with a growth rate of 8% in the region. In the decade 2010-2019, the value of the European market has more than doubled, the organization noted. The increase in agricultural land devoted … Read more
Labeling terms referring to organic production and the EU organic logo make it easier for consumers to identify organic products and ensure that organic food meets strict production and processing conditions, in accordance with the requirements of the European Union. In line with the general review of organic production, the new Regulation (EU) no 2018/848, … Read more