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Your Global Organic Industry UPDATE - Aug 14 2018

 

 
You're busy, we get it. That's why we created the EKO ORGANIC INDUSTRY UPDATE. We review international headlines from around the world to find the most important organic industry news so you don't have to!
 
 

Organic farming land shortfall could stall growth of $320bn global market - Natural Products Global

The future growth of the US$320 billion organic food market could be at risk if organic land area does not grow sufficiently to meet rising demand, according to insights from Informa’s Agribusiness Intelligence (IAI). 
 
 

More demand for organic products in Thailand and Cambodia, but production costs remain high

The demand for organic food is growing in Thailand and Cambodia, but production costs have yet to come down.
 
 

Denmark’s organic action plan nominated for UN award - Natural Products Global

Denmark’s political action plan for organic food and farming has been nominated for the UN Future Policy Award.
 
 

Carrefour debuts new organic area

New Bio Experience department at its Chambourcy hypermarket includes local, seasonal and responsibly sourced produce
 
 

Ingredient suppliers adding more organic options

Suppliers are focusing on growing the category and ensuring the integrity of the supply chain.
 
 

Monsanto ordered to pay $289m as jury rules weedkiller caused man's cancer

Court finds in favor of Dewayne Johnson, first person to take Roundup maker to trial
 
 

How A Restructuring Plan Helped An Organics Pioneer Maintain Its Mission

Organically Grown Company recently announced a novel structure aimed at maintaining its mission long-term, one that could hold promise for social entrepreneurs, too.
 
 

Overcoming barriers: Asia & The Organic Food Market | Welltodo

These are the opportunities and challenges that exist in Asia's organic market.
 
 

Aldi going upscale with more fresh, organic, vegetarian products

Aldi said Thursday that is will soon offer more premium products marketed as fresh, natural and organic.
 
 

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