According to the Organic Trade Association, sales in the U.S. organic market reached a record high of $71.6 billion last year, growing at a rate of 5.2%—more than double that of the conventional sector. Consumers are increasingly prioritizing their health and wellness and seeking out products with labels like "clean" or "free from," or that bear the USDA Organic seal. Thank you to everyone who contributes to the growth in organic 🛒 or helps to meet increasing consumer demand 🧑‍🌾! (fb)

OEFFA members are invited to sign up for our Policy team's 2025 Soil Health Advocacy Day at the Ohio Statehouse on Thursday, June 12. ⚠️But do so quickly! Registration closes on Friday, May 23. Attendees will receive: ✅Advocacy training with OEFFA Policy staff ✅Tips for having effective meetings with policymakers ✅Demonstrations of different meeting scenarios ✅Information about potential soil health policies for Ohio ✅Pre-scheduled meetings with Ohio legislators ✅A light breakfast and complementary lunch There is also an optional post-advocacy day happy hour at Jackie O’s and travel stipends are available for farmers. Reach out to lauren@oeffa.org with any questions. Sign up today at at bit.ly/oeffa-advocacy-day. (fb)