The mass-marketing of organic foods in supermarkets – which accounted for 37 percent of organic sales in 2003 – and expansion by mainstream food companies into the organic market are spurring more growth. Today’s organic food market bears little resemblance to its roots in small natural foods stores and co-ops. Organic products now are marketed nationwide in the major supermarkets, even Wal-Mart, and are available in almost every category of food and beverage.

"Organic foods and beverages have come of age," said Don Montuori, Acquisitions Editor for Packaged Facts. "Many of the obstacles to wider market penetration – price, quality, distribution – are starting to breakdown, and with the full implementation of the national organic standard, consumers are starting to recognize, seek and find organic products."

"The U.S. Market for Organic Foods and Beverages" is written by organic industry expert Elaine Lipson, a noted journalist and columnist in the industry. It presents the latest on market size and shares, consumer preferences, marketing strategy, competitor profiles, and regulatory issues. Market projections are made through 2009.

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