Build a Produce Pot o’ Gold
Organically Grown Company
by JoJo Baccam
3w ago
St. Patrick’s Day Sunday Brings Luck in the Produce Aisle  Get ready to turn your produce department into a vibrant celebration zone because this St. Patrick's Day is landing on a Sunday, March 17th. While sales for this holiday can sometimes be lackluster, a full weekend of festivities ahead will drive a boost in shoppers’ produce needs, so be at the ready.  It's the perfect time to transform your sets with all the classic fixin’s for traditional holiday favorites.  Get ready for a big (and lucky) weekend with:  Early Bird Displays: Don't be caught short. Start setting up ..read more
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Cherimoya 101
Organically Grown Company
by JoJo Baccam
1M ago
This unique fruit with sweet, creamy tropical flavor from our friends at Cunningham Ranch in southern California is sure to tempt curious shoppers. With a custard-like texture and one-of-a-kind taste like a blend of banana, pineapple, strawberry and papaya, organic Cherimoya is a delight for the taste buds.  Download the Cherimoya 101 Info card ..read more
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Meet OGC Mission Fund Recipient: Black Food Fund 
Organically Grown Company
by Amy Brown
1M ago
  In honor of Black History Month, we’d like to introduce Mission Fund grant recipient Black Food Fund.   “As people of African descent, our work finds its meaning and strength in a powerful legacy of community building and collective struggle,” said Jamese Kwele, Co-Founder of the Black Food Fund.  People of African descent helped build the U.S. and its wealth but, through systemic oppression, haven’t been able to benefit from that wealth. With a mission focused on the redistribution of capital to Black farmers and land stewards, the Black Food Fund supports community-led ..read more
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Squeeze Something Good
Organically Grown Company
by Guest User
1M ago
  Demand for citrus is strong with varieties flying off the shelf quickly. As shoppers continue to fill their carts with healthy favorites to fuel their feel-good new year routines, now’s the perfect time to encourage them to explore the full citrus category through juicing! From familiar favorites like oranges and grapefruits to more specialty varietal citrus, there are plenty of terrific flavors to squeeze out of the season right now.  Get them juiced up! Whether looking to squeeze a tall glass of traditional orange juice or fill a tumbler with something a little more adventurous ..read more
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EcoFarm 2024 Recap
Organically Grown Company
by Gabriella Tice
2M ago
Thanks to EcoFarm and all our friends who attended this year’s conference and OGC’s annual Produce Mixer! Once again, the week was chock full of incredible speakers, workshops, conversations and connections that help move the sustainable and organic food movement forward.   OGC sent 13 coworkers including folks from sales, buying, marketing and leadership to meet with customers and suppliers, visit farms and learn from keynotes and workshops from all parts of the trade. Here are just a few highlights from this year’s trip:  Visit to Whiskey Hill Farms, the largest grower of o ..read more
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Citrus Season is Here & it’s Sublime
Organically Grown Company
by Gabriella Tice
2M ago
Tune in with Graydon Russell as he explores three delicious, unique citrus varieties from OGC.  Ring in the New Year with a sublime celebration of citrus! OGC’s unparallelled citrus program brings a huge variety of fan favorites and specialty fruit from a collection of boutique growers, medium family farms and grower collectives. From timeless classics like organic Clementine mandarin, Navel orange and Rio Star grapefruit to unique offerings like Buddha’s Hand, Nagami kumquat and Sweet lime, this citrus selection has something for every palate. As the season unfolds, shoppers are filling ..read more
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Let’s Talk Radicchio
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by Gabriella Tice
3M ago
Dive into the radicchio and chicory universe with Monique, our green-thumbed produce aficionado. In this quick video she shares why bitter is better with three radicchio all stars. Radicchio Recipe Inspiration Celebrate bold winter flavors with the lively fusion of Navel oranges, white balsamic vinegar, and honey combined to create a refreshing, festive dressing that accentuates the bitter crunch of radicchio, fennel and red onion. Topped with sliced almonds and a sprinkle of sea salt, this dish bursts with flavor in every bite. Experiment with a variety of radicchio options and explore new ..read more
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Celebrating the Progress of Purpose Trusts & the Organic Movement
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by Gabriella Tice
3M ago
“There’s nothing like being in the presence of one another,” was the message Joe Rogoff, Chair of the Trust Protector Committee, shared as he welcomed stakeholders to the 5th Annual Gathering of the Sustainable Food & Agriculture Perpetual Purpose Trust in mid-October. The gathering featured a canvas of updates from the Trust and OGC leaders, and experts from the organic trade and steward ownership movement. The event was recorded to make the information accessible to those not able to attend. Click on the link below to view recorded content. One of the most important elements of the trus ..read more
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Deep-Rooted Love for Winter Vegetables
Organically Grown Company
by Gabriella Tice
3M ago
When it comes to root vegetables, the real magic happens below ground, and the organic beets, parsnips, rutabaga and turnips grown by Montecucco Farms shine. Fourth-generation farmer Jason Montecucco carries on his family’s legacy of cultivating vegetables year-round in Oregon’s Willamette Valley. His organic winter root vegetables are known for their exceptional quality and flavor, earning a loyal fan base across the country. “Jason’s crops are top-notch; our customers here in the Northwest and nationally ask for Montecucco-grown roots every year,” said OGC Buyer Jess Hardin. “There aren’t m ..read more
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Mushroom Toolkit
Organically Grown Company
by Guest User
6M ago
Home to a great diversity of culinary wild and cultivated mushrooms, the western region of the U.S. is known for being a mushroom paradise. Eaters are exploring the world of mushrooms, and specialty varieties are growing in popularity. Versatile, tasty, and filled with nutrients - with so many unique sizes, shapes, colors and flavor profiles, there’s a marvelous mushroom for every moment.   Use all the resources in this toolkit to educate staff, introduce wild and cultivated mushroom varieties to your eaters and drive sales! You’re one click away from these helpful resources: Mushroom Pr ..read more
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