The remarkable growth in organic agricultural production shows that farmers and ranchers will grow what consumers are willing to pay for, especially if it helps them become more profitable.Ĭompanies often make quick decisions to differentiate their brands and products without fully evaluating the impacts of their policy changes. In fact, agriculture has always adapted in response to market preferences. Farmers understand this because they too face tremendous pressure to meet the same consumer expectations.
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