US EditionLess farmland is going for organic crops as costs and other issues take root
- America’s certified organic farmland declined nearly 11% between 2019 and 2021 amid growing challenges for farmers nationwide.
- Farmers attribute the decline to costly certification, stricter work and inspection demands, and a high-profile 2018 fraud case that damaged trust in the label.
- Many sustainable farmers avoid formal organic certification due to its rigid rules, the need to forgo efficient technology, and rising input costs during a difficult farming era.
- John Bolton of Bolton Farms calls organic certification economically beneficial despite reservations, while others like Jeremy Brown reject USDA organic certification to maintain affordability and address climate impacts.
- Without updating organic standards to increase flexibility and strengthen climate efforts, experts warn the organic market risks collapse despite some consumers’ continued demand.
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Organic label fades as sustainable dairy gains favor
KEY TAKEAWAYS: Twin Birch Dairy cuts emissions with modern tech and practices Organic farming certification sees decline across the U.S. Farmers cite high costs and inefficiency as key deterrents Some still see organic certification as economically valuable Farmer Jeremy Brown taps the nose of a young calf. “I love the ones with the pink noses,” he says. This pink-nosed animal is just one of about 3,200 cattle at Twin Birch Dairy in Skanea…
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Less farmland is going for organic crops as costs and other issues take root
An increasing number of American farmers are turning away from growing organic. America’s certified organic acreage fell almost 11% between 2019 and 2021.
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