by Mark Kastel | Nov 26, 2025 | Commentary, OrganicEye Posts
Many of us have much be thankful for. And if you’re reading this, good organic food is likely high on your list (even in an economy dominated by consumer spending on “things”). There’s one profession none of us can live without: farmers. And I am endlessly thankful... 
by Reginald Holmes | Nov 10, 2025 | Commentary, OrganicEye Posts
CCOF recently announced a “partnership” with Comsint Communications — a boutique communications firm with expertise in crisis and reputation management. The timing seems particularly appropriate for what could be a continuing storm of negative press. The Office of the... 
by Mark Kastel | Sep 21, 2025 | Commentary, OrganicEye Posts
Dairy brand’s horrific animal abuse, use of illegal toxins missed by certifiers; no fines or penalties — even when caught by whistleblowers and confirmed by USDA The skinny on the corruption at USDA’s organic program and largest certifier, CCOF:1. There is an inherent... 
by Mark Kastel | Jun 12, 2025 | Commentary, OrganicEye Posts
Fundamentally Flawed: Environmental Working Group’s Dirty Dozen and Clean 15 The quick take: The new OrganicEye white paper challenges the legitimacy of encouraging shoppers to purchase commonly contaminated conventional (non-organic) produce. Abundant published... 
by Mark Kastel | May 17, 2025 | Commentary, OrganicEye Posts
Advocates Publish Guide to Bypass Federal Agency The Story: A Quick Overview In 1990, Congress passed legislation charging the USDA with protecting ethical organic farmers and consumers from fraud. They have willfully failed in that responsibility. Factory farm...
