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Harn Soper, the founder of Sustainable Farm Partners, first saw the advantages of organic production when he converted his family farm. Here, he walks us through the cost advantages – and some of the risks – of converting to organic.

A letter signed by 400 citizens highlights Chinese consumer concerns over growing and eating genetically engineered produce.

The grants come at a time of low US agri receipts and high mid-stream margins.

Production of corn and soy will remain high despite high stocks and low prices, according to a USDA report.

Growing demand for organics from industry giants like Hersheys, and the possibility of higher cash rents in the face of falling commodity prices, mean the organic sector could help diversify a farmland portfolio.

The number of certified organic food and agribusiness operations in the US is four times the number in 2002, according to the USDA.

The vertically integrated farm was one of the first sophisticated irrigated properties in the region.

The publicly traded REIT will use the financing to pay down debt and buy US farmland.

Growers face a widening gap between farm costs and sales, as downward pressure on agri prices persists.

The Savola Group-backed sugar refinery company will use the equity investment to remain competitive against state-owned companies.