Falling food prices a boon to organic markets

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Falling food prices a boon to organic markets

Organic meat, dairy, poultry and eggs are discretionary purchases for many consumers. Entrenched high prices have created headwinds for growth in these segments, even as other parts of the economy cool. The pandemic created volatility in food markets that was followed by a spike in inflation.

Both served to raise food prices, including organic foods, resulting in some demand loss. This has only served to limit growth potential, as the latest estimates from the Organic Trade Association (OTA) show continued...

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Hempseed exports to Canada grow modestly

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