First-generation organic farmer prepares fields for more production amid increased demand

First-generation organic farmer prepares fields for more production amid increased demand

FREDERICKSBURG, Texas – A first-generation organic farmer is preparing the fields for increased production as more people continue to buy organic food. The owner of the Roam Ranch near Fredericksburg prides himself on his inherited birds, and about 350 of them are rare turkeys ready to eat this Thanksgiving. Taylor Collins says she has created … Read more

Consumers increasingly buy organic, but for the wrong reasons

Consumers increasingly buy organic, but for the wrong reasons

Organic food sales have grown considerably in the United States. The 2019 NASS Organic Survey released in October finds that U.S. organic sales increased 31 percent between 2016 and 2019, although certified organic farms still account for less than 1 percent of all U.S. farms. less than 3 percent of sales. And large organic farms … Read more

Organic Farm-to-Hospital Program Eyes Menu Expansion

Organic Farm-to-Hospital Program Eyes Menu Expansion

A veteran executive chef with a passion for healthy eating. A 12-acre farm on site that grows kale, eggplant, winter squash and 100 other crops. A menu that changes according to the season. You may be familiar with farm-to-table restaurants. But have you heard of organic farm-to-hospital food? Since 2014, the patients, visitors and staff … Read more