Merchandising Magic at Organic Produce Summit
Jeff Fairchild, a buyer for the Organically Grown Company, emphasizes the importance of telling a story. "You don't remember the price, you remember the eating experience," he says. Front of store displays must be the best quality and be something the consumer is going to love and remember, Fairchild says. Clean and simple is the name of the game.
Organically Grown Company Becomes the First Distributor to Join the U.S. Food Waste Pact
The Company’s Participation Helps the Joint Sustainability Effort Expand Its Reach in the Early Stages of the Supply Chain.
2025 Summer Update
Summer is in full swing at OGC, and the flavor is next-level. From dry farmed melons that save water and burst with sweetness, to successfully grafting Persian cucumbers, our Northwest farms are serving up the season's best.
We’re also celebrating the people and projects behind the produce—farmers crafting flavor, teams reducing waste (hello rescued potatoes!) and new ways we’re investing in healthier air.
Organic Industry Shows Continued Growth
U.S. sales of certified organic products grew 5.2% to hit a record $71.6 billion in 2024, according to a new report from the Organic Trade Association. The overall marketplace rose by 2.5%. “It’s outcompeting the rest of the store,” said Brenna Davis, CEO of Organically Grown Company
Organic leader named to Oregon ag board
Mike Dill, director of advocacy and sustainability for Organically Grown Company, has been appointed to the Oregon State Board of Agriculture. The appointment was announced April 9. He will immediately begin serving a four-year term on the government body and will have an option to reapply for a second term.
Walking Our Talk: OGC’s Year in Organic Advocacy
For OGC, advocacy is a year-round commitment. From shaping policies that protect organic farmers to elevating industry champions and amplifying the benefits of organic agriculture, we work tirelessly to uphold and strengthen the integrity of the organic food system. Here’s what we championed in 2024.
OGC Joins One Step Closer’s Pack Pact: A Commitment to Smarter, Greener Solutions
At Organically Grown Company (OGC), we believe that business can be a force for good. That’s why we are proud to be one of the first 14 companies participating in the Purpose Pledge, a new community designed for companies that prioritize positive impact.
What a Plum Harvest Is Teaching Us About Food Waste
The mission? To figure out how to cut down on food waste from the moment plums are picked, to when they reach New Seasons Market, located in the greater Portland area.
Organically Grown Company Acquires Longtime Citrus Grower Johansen Ranch
Organically Grown Co. has acquired Johansen Ranch, a family-owned citrus farm in Orland, California, to preserve the farm’s organic legacy.
Organically Grown Company Buys Satsuma Citrus Farm Johansen Ranch
Food distributor Organically Grown Co has taken a step into vertical integration with the acquisition of a historic California citrus ranch.
Organically Grown Co. Secures Legacy Citrus Supply
Organically Grown Co., a marketer and distributor of certified organic produce, says it has acquired Johansen Ranch, a historic family farm in Orland, Calif.
The company said the acquisition reflects its mission to protect organic farmland, support sustainable farming practices and secure a supply of premium organic citrus for generations to come.
OGC’s Humberto Maldonado Appointed to CCOF’s Board
Humberto Maldonado is the Safety & Compliance Manager at Organically Grown Company. He serves on the CCOF Certification Services, LLC Management Committee, the governing body for CCOF Certification Services, LLC.
Acquisition Helps Secure Organic Citrus Supply
Organically Grown Company (OGC), a marketer and distributor of certified organic produce, has acquired Johansen Ranch, a historic family farm in Orland, California. The acquisition reflects the company's mission to protect organic farmland, support sustainable farming practices, and secure a supply of premium organic citrus for generations to come.
Tariffs, funding cuts form backdrop for Organicology conference
Organicology, a conference hosted by Organically Grown Company from March 12-14, was held against the background of President Donald Trump’s tariff threats and funding cuts.
We’re Growing Our Commitment to Organic Citrus
Rich Johansen, the humble organic legend, reached out to us about preserving his farm’s future as he looked toward retirement. It was a huge honor. Rich has poured his heart into growing some of the best citrus in the organic game. He approached us to step into his boots and to make him proud. And that’s exactly what we’re going to do.
Looking Ahead: Organicology 2025
Organic is the Answer: Organically Grown Company’s CEO Brenna Davis talks about the upcoming conference, the magic of the forest, and staying centered in trying times.