biodiversity Archives

October 17, 2025

World Food Day: COTA Members and Second Harvest Feed Communities

Globally, the need for action on food security is urgent. In Canada, 1 in 4 people face hunger — the highest level ever recorded. In advance of World Food Day, taking place on October 16, 2025, UN Secretary-General António Guterres highlighted that the tools, knowledge and resources exist to end hunger, but what is needed most is unity: solidarity across borders, sectors and communities.

June 25, 2025

Growing Resilience Together: The Power of Partnership in the ROO Regenerative Organic Oats Program

In 2021, as drought conditions devastated crops across Canada, organic farmers faced yet another reminder that they are on the front lines of climate change. Out of that hardship came a powerful idea: What if the organic industry could come together—not in competition, but in collaboration—to strengthen organic supply chains and support the farmers who feed us? This question laid the foundation for the Regenerative Organic Oats (ROO) program, a farmer-centered initiative designed to build resilience, adaptability, and innovation into the future of regenerative organic agriculture.

May 20, 2025

The Buzz on Pollinators: Why Bees Are Essential to Organic Farming

When most people think of bees, they picture honey bees buzzing around flowers. But did you know that Canada is home to more than 800 species of native bees, most of them solitary, ground-nesting, and essential for healthy ecosystems?

April 22, 2025

Protecting the Planet Starts in the Soil

Each year, Earth Day reminds us that the health of our planet begins with the choices we make — not just what we consume, but how it’s produced. One of the most impactful, often overlooked solutions starts right beneath our feet: the soil. Organic farming is more than a food trend — it’s a proven approach to restoring soil, protecting biodiversity, and reducing our environmental footprint. Whether you're a conscious consumer or a business invested in sustainability, choosing organic is a step toward protecting the planet from the ground up.

March 10, 2025

Building a Kinder Wellness World Through Organic Superfood Rituals & Women in Leadership

At Blume, our mission is to create a kinder wellness world. We’ve built our brand as a platform for doing good—for ourselves, our planet, and our community—while filling cups (both literally and figuratively) with superfood rituals that never feel like a compromise. We’re a team of learners, builders, and connectors who believe that wellness should be accessible, uncomplicated, and rooted in whole, organic ingredients.

February 11, 2025

Upholding Organic Integrity: Fromagerie L’Ancêtre’s Commitment to Authentic Dairy Practices

Organic integrity lies at the heart of sustainable agriculture, ensuring that products are created with respect for nature, animal welfare, and the health of consumers. At Fromagerie L’Ancêtre, this commitment has been our guiding principle since our inception in 1992. As one of Canada’s pioneers in organic dairy production, we are proud to continue raising the bar for excellence in organic practices.

January 22, 2025

Global Unity in Organic Agriculture: Insights from Taiwan’s General Assembly

As I boarded my flight to Taiwan to attend the 16th annual Organic World Congress (OWC) in which I would also chair the 2024 General Assembly of the International Federation of Organic Agriculture Movements (IFOAM), a mixture of anticipation and gratitude filled me. This was not just a professional milestone but also a deeply personal one—a chance to stand at the crossroads of change for the global organic movement.

January 9, 2025

Advocating for Canada’s organic sector

Organic Month, celebrated annually each September, is an exciting time for businesses and communities to come together and promote sustainable, healthy living. This year, three standout companies took the challenge to new heights, each finding creative ways to engage their teams and customers with organic education and activities. Let’s take a closer look at the inspiring initiatives from Compass Group Canada at Acadia University, Northern Nutraceuticals, and Raise the Root Organic Market.

November 4, 2024

Celebrating Organic Champions: A Spotlight on Organic Month Workplace Challenge Winners

Organic Month, celebrated annually each September, is an exciting time for businesses and communities to come together and promote sustainable, healthy living. This year, three standout companies took the challenge to new heights, each finding creative ways to engage their teams and customers with organic education and activities. Let’s take a closer look at the inspiring initiatives from Compass Group Canada at Acadia University, Northern Nutraceuticals, and Raise the Root Organic Market.