Montchevre, Los Angeles, created what is said to be the only non-GMO fresh goat cheese certified by the National Science Foundation (NSF), Arlington, Va.

Clover Stornetta Farms, Petaluma, Calif., announced its commitment to convert its conventional milk products to be Non-GMO Project Verified over the next two years.

Applegate, Bridgewater, N.J., enforced its commitment to remove genetically modified organisms (GMOs) from its entire supply chain with the launch of its first-ever non-GMO project verified products.

Miller Poultry announced plans to expand its Orland, Ind., processing facility and start its own breeder operation.

The specialty food industry continues to be a bright spot in the U.S. economy, and is now a $120.5 billion dollar industry, according to a new report by the Specialty Food Association.

Responding to industry and consumer demand for non-GMO certification options, NSF International launched NSF Non-GMO True North, a suite of GMO transparency services for retailers, manufacturers, suppliers and producers.

American consumers are willing to pay more for locally produced foods and want companies to provide more sustainable food options, according to a new study conducted by Cone Communications Research, Boston.

Coleman Natural Foods, Kings Mountain, N.C., enhanced its commitment to providing consumers with non-GMO choices thanks to its non-GMO project verification labels for its ROSIE and DRAPER VALLEY FARMS organic line of poultry products.