US Growers Should Prevent Food Recession

Whether you like it or not, organic farming is based on sound science.  Nutrient values, drought resistance, resistance to wind damage and heavy rain damage make it less risky than biotech or conventional crops.   This farm side argument, coupled with the built in low use of petroleum based inputs, and locally grown buyer philosophy add up to a sound investment in times of trouble....

Consumers, companies and investors in the organic sector are concerned about the impact of price increases and the economy.  While companies acknowledge the price increase is eroding their profit margins, they also realize that their consumer base is relatively affluent and strong principle-based loyalty.  Some sectors such as infant formula, baby food, personal care, protein foods (meat,...