There has been a big push within the last several years to purchase organically grown food. When asked, most people would probably agree that buying organic fruits and vegetables is a good thing. But how much does the general population really know about what that means? Turns out, Idaho, we know a lot.

Idaho has over 250 organic operations that provide a diverse selection of food and beverages. In fact, Idaho ranks in the top 10 in the nation for the production of several organic crops. We’re not just talking fruits and vegetables here, either. Idaho generates over $70 million annually in sales of organic-grown foods including beef, poultry, milk, eggs and wine, as well as fruits and vegetables.

In order to celebrate Idaho’s organic-grown prowess and the many organic farmers across the state, Governor Otter proclaimed June 18th through the 24th to be Idaho Organic Week. Idahoans are invited to learn more about organic products and to purchase organic products. By buying local and organic, you are not just getting food that is fresh and healthy, you’re also supporting soil and water conservation, as well as our local economy.

Celebrate with us this important movement in food production and get your organic-grown food and beverages at Farmers Markets, through local producers, or participating retailers.


The delivery of the proclamation by Celia Gould, Director of Idaho State Department of Agriculture; Leah Clark of Idaho Preferred; Lee Rice of Rice Family Farms.