Understanding the Meaning Behind USDA’s Organic Label
A scholar contends that the USDA’s organic label veils corporate shortcuts and diluted standards.
In the United States, consumer demand for organic products surpassed $69 billion in 2023. Researchers expect the global organic market to reach $484 billion by 2030, with large companies dominating the sector.
Consumers often cite support for “small, local farms” when asked about purchasing organic food, but many fail to recognize the dominance of large corporations in the organic food sector.
Sarah Morath of Wake Forest University School of Law identifies a growing rift between traditional organic and industrial organic practices. Traditional organic practices aim to produce nutritious food and engage in environmental stewardship, often exceeding federal regulations.
- Traditional organic practices include raising livestock on open pastures from birth.
Author summary: The USDA's organic label may hide corporate shortcuts.
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