U.S. tally of organic producers grows 12 percent in a year

While a small fraction of U.S. agriculture, the number of certified organic operations is climbing at the fastest rate since 2008. The USDA says there are 21,781 organic operations, up 12 percent in a year. The United States accounts for two-thirds of the organic producers worldwide. “Organic food is one of the fastest-growing segments of… » Read More