I am not a big fan of "organic" foods. There is no way we will feed the world's population on "organically" grown products. However, it is a growing portion of food production. There is a misperception among certain segments of the population that it is healthier. I'm not so sure of that.
Organic dairies test supply of feed
By SHANNON DININNY, Associated Press Writer
Fri Dec 21, 5:20 AM ET
YAKIMA, Wash. - It comes as no surprise to anyone that the number of organic farms is booming to meet consumer demand for healthy food. In Washington, a state known more for its apples than any other crop, there are 45 organic dairies. Five years ago, there were just two.
The challenge has been feeding all of those cows.
Acreage of organic forage, such as hay and alfalfa, has grown 40 percent in the past two years, yet isn't keeping pace with demand. In particular, high-protein crops like soybeans that are necessary feed for dairy cows are in short supply in some regions, forcing some companies to import them from as far away as China.
Given the recent problems with food and ingredient imports from...(complete article here).
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Keep up the good work. Merry Christmas!
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