A woman looks at a package of "organic mixed baby greens" in a grocery store's produce section.

U.S. tariffs seen as major threat to organic producers

Following meetings in Ottawa, Canada Organic Trade Association executive director shared what she’s heard about the trade war

Canadian organic products don’t have much of a market outside of the United States. As tariffs continue to loom, Canadian organic producers are encouraged to find alternative international and domestic markets.

Canada’s organic sales are estimated at $9.01 billion in 2023, a one per cent decline from 2022 levels, according to a new report by the Canada Organic Trade Association (COTA). | Getty Images

Inflation plays role as Canadian organic sales slow down

Sales of $9.01 billion in 2023 were one per cent lower than levels a year earlier as industry recovers from pandemic

SASKATOON — The explosive growth in organic sales appears to have come to an end, at least temporarily. Canada’s sales are estimated at $9.01 billion in 2023, a one per cent decline from 2022 levels, according to a new report by the Canada Organic Trade Association (COTA). Related stories: • Organic sector launches national action […] Read more

New U.S. organic rules cause headaches for Canadian exporters

A rule change meant to protect the integrity of organic food in the U.S. is causing headaches for Canadian exporters as it nears its enforcement date. The rule, which implements mandates from the 2018 U.S. Farm Bill, requires National Organic Program (NOP) certificates for all organic imports, and certification of businesses at more points of […] Read more