Tuesday, November 29, 2011

Survey Says: Consumers are Continuing to Buy Organic


The Organic Trade Association (OTA) just released survey results regarding the organic food industry, which involved roughly 1,300 consumers. The survey found that since fresh produce has always been a gateway to the organic category, it remains a top category in organic food sales. Here are some more of the findings:

· Four out of 10 families have increased their organic food purchases in the past year

· 97% of those surveyed said they buy organic fruits and vegetables at least “sometimes”

· 48% of parents said their strongest motivator for buying organic is the belief that organic products are healthier

· 79% of families are increasing consumption of fruits and vegetables to maintain their health

· 72% of parents are now familiar with the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s organic seal, up from 65% in 2009

· 30% of survey respondents are new to the organic marketplace

What do you think of the survey results? Is any of the information surprising or insightful? Let us know your thoughts!

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