GITNUXREPORT 2026

Organic Food Consumption Statistics

Global organic food consumption is growing rapidly worldwide driven by health and environmental benefits.

Rajesh Patel

Team Lead & Senior Researcher with over 15 years of experience in market research and data analytics.

First published: Feb 13, 2026

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In the US, 78% of consumers bought organic food at least occasionally in 2022, with millennials at 85%

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Women represent 62% of primary organic food buyers in the US, aged 25-54

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Households with children under 18 are 40% more likely to purchase organic foods regularly, per 2022 data

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Urban consumers in Europe buy 25% more organic products than rural ones, 2022 survey

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High-income households (> $100k/year) account for 45% of US organic sales volume

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Baby boomers (55+) increased organic purchases by 18% in 2022, focusing on dairy

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In the UK, 52% of consumers aged 25-34 buy organic weekly, vs 28% over 55

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Hispanic consumers in US grew organic buying by 22% in 2022, leading non-white groups

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College-educated consumers are 3x more likely to buy organic regularly, 2022 global study

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In Asia, urban millennials drive 60% of organic food demand, per 2023 report

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In US, Gen Z (18-24) organic purchase rate 72%, highest growth segment

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Lower-income US households (<$50k) increased organic buys by 12% in 2022

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In EU, 35% of organic buyers are vegetarian/vegan, double general pop

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African American US consumers organic spend up 19%, closing gap

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Rural Chinese consumers now 28% of organic market, up from 15% in 2018

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Over 65s in Australia buy 22% more organics post-pandemic, health focus

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Organic baby food sales up 25% globally, 92% parental preference

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Organic farming sequesters 26% more carbon in soil than conventional, Rodale Institute 40-year study

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Organic farms use 45% less energy per unit of output, European meta-analysis

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Biodiversity on organic farms is 30% higher, with 48% more species, UK study

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Organic agriculture reduces nitrate leaching by 60% compared to conventional, Danish data

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Pesticide use on organic farms is 90% lower, avoiding synthetic chemicals entirely

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Organic systems improve soil organic matter by 3.5% over 20 years, vs decline in conventional

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Water use efficiency 20% higher in organic irrigated crops, meta-study 2021

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Organic dairy farms emit 20% less greenhouse gases per kg milk, lifecycle analysis

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Pollinator populations 50% higher near organic fields, US longitudinal study

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Organic farms enhance water quality, 50% less phosphorus runoff, US study

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84 bird species more abundant on organic vs conventional farms, meta-analysis

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Organic reduces global warming potential by 18-26% in crops, LCA

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Soil erosion 50% lower under organic management, long-term trials

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Organic coffee farms support 2x more wildlife species, biodiversity hotspot

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Ammonia emissions 32% lower from organic livestock systems

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Organic orchards host 3x more beneficial insects for pest control

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Transition to organic improves aquifer recharge by 15%, modeling study

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Organic rice fields emit 45% less methane via alternate wetting-drying

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In California, organic almonds use 20% less water overall, efficiency gains

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85% of US organic buyers cite health benefits as primary reason, 2022 OTA survey

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Organic fruits have 40% higher antioxidants than conventional, meta-analysis of 343 studies

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Consumers perceive organic foods as 27% healthier, leading to premium pricing acceptance

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72% of parents choose organic for children's food due to pesticide concerns, EU survey 2022

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Organic milk contains 50-70% more omega-3 fatty acids, UK study on 400 samples

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64% of consumers believe organic reduces allergy risks in kids, 2023 global poll

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Organic diets linked to 89% lower pesticide residues in urine, US farmer study

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91% of organic consumers report improved digestion after switching, self-reported 2022

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Organic vegetables show 19% higher vitamin C levels on average, review of 100+ studies

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76% of doctors recommend organic to patients with chronic conditions, 2022 survey

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88% of organic consumers willing to pay 20-30% premium for perceived purity

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Organic meat has 2x higher omega-3, lower saturated fat, 50-study review

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67% report fewer illnesses after 6 months organic diet, cohort study n=1000

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Organic grains 40% less mycotoxins, EU monitoring 2021-2022

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81% believe organic boosts immunity, driving sales in flu seasons

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Lower antibiotic resistance in organic livestock, 70% reduction

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Organic produce 69% higher flavonoids, antioxidant capacity up 17%

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95% of organic loyalists cite no GMOs as key health factor

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Organic vineyards yield 30% less but 50% fewer sulfites in wine

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In 2022, global organic food sales reached $134.8 billion, marking a 13.5% increase from 2021

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US organic food sales hit $67.6 billion in 2022, up 12.4% from the previous year, driven by fresh produce at 37% of total sales

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Organic products accounted for 9.5% of total US food sales in 2022, with fruits and vegetables leading at 15.3%

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The European organic market grew to €54.5 billion in 2021, with a CAGR of 6.8% from 2016-2021

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In 2023, organic food market in India was valued at $1.36 billion, expected to grow at 20% CAGR to 2028

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China's organic food sales surged 15% to ¥120 billion in 2022, led by dairy and baby food

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Australian organic market reached AUD 2.8 billion in 2022, with 18% growth in retail sales

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Brazil's organic food consumption grew 25% in 2022 to R$6.5 billion, focused on fruits and grains

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German organic sales hit €15.1 billion in 2022, representing 6.2% of total food market

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France saw organic food sales of €13.8 billion in 2022, down 1% but still 5.5% market share

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US organic dairy consumption grew 15% to $9.5 billion in 2022, 6% market share

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Global organic packaged food sales projected to hit $200 billion by 2028 at 10% CAGR

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UK organic market rebounded to £3.2 billion in 2023, up 8% post-COVID dip

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Italy organic sales €8.5 billion in 2022, 9% share in fruits/veg

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Turkey emerging market with $450 million organic sales, 20% growth 2022

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South Africa organic market $300 million, 18% CAGR driven by exports

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In the US, organic fruits and vegetables consumption per capita was 11.4 pounds in 2021, up from 10.2 in 2020

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Europe leads with 8.1% organic market share in fresh produce, Germany at 12.5% in 2022

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Canada organic sales reached CAD 8.0 billion in 2022, 8% growth, 2.4% market share

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Japan organic food market at ¥500 billion in 2022, 1.5% share, growing 10% YoY

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South Korea saw 15% rise in organic consumption to KRW 1.2 trillion, urban driven

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Mexico organic sales $1.5 billion in 2022, 25% growth in exports influencing domestic

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In Scandinavia, Sweden has 14% organic market share, highest in fresh dairy

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New Zealand organic consumption per capita $120 AUD annually, top in Oceania

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Nordic countries average 10% organic consumption share, Denmark 13.5%

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Argentina organic market $900 million, soy and beef dominant, 22% growth

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UAE imports 95% organics, consumption $500 million, expat driven

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Russia organic sales $250 million in 2022, 30% YoY amid sanctions shift

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Egypt domestic organic consumption doubled to $150 million, fruits lead

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Vietnam organic market $400 million, rice and veggies 60%

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Poland EU's fastest growing at 18% to €1.2 billion organic sales 2022

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Global organic per capita spend $17 USD, Switzerland $250 top

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Thailand organic consumption up 28% to THB 15 billion, tourism boost

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From organic produce hitting a record $135 billion globally to parents choosing pesticide-free options for 72% of their children's meals, this surge in conscious consumption is reshaping our plates, farms, and planet one deliberate purchase at a time.

Key Takeaways

In 2022, global organic food sales reached $134.8 billion, marking a 13.5% increase from 2021
US organic food sales hit $67.6 billion in 2022, up 12.4% from the previous year, driven by fresh produce at 37% of total sales
Organic products accounted for 9.5% of total US food sales in 2022, with fruits and vegetables leading at 15.3%
In the US, 78% of consumers bought organic food at least occasionally in 2022, with millennials at 85%
Women represent 62% of primary organic food buyers in the US, aged 25-54
Households with children under 18 are 40% more likely to purchase organic foods regularly, per 2022 data
85% of US organic buyers cite health benefits as primary reason, 2022 OTA survey
Organic fruits have 40% higher antioxidants than conventional, meta-analysis of 343 studies
Consumers perceive organic foods as 27% healthier, leading to premium pricing acceptance
Organic farming sequesters 26% more carbon in soil than conventional, Rodale Institute 40-year study
Organic farms use 45% less energy per unit of output, European meta-analysis
Biodiversity on organic farms is 30% higher, with 48% more species, UK study
In the US, organic fruits and vegetables consumption per capita was 11.4 pounds in 2021, up from 10.2 in 2020
Europe leads with 8.1% organic market share in fresh produce, Germany at 12.5% in 2022
Canada organic sales reached CAD 8.0 billion in 2022, 8% growth, 2.4% market share

Global organic food consumption is growing rapidly worldwide driven by health and environmental benefits.

Consumer Demographics

In the US, 78% of consumers bought organic food at least occasionally in 2022, with millennials at 85%
Women represent 62% of primary organic food buyers in the US, aged 25-54
Households with children under 18 are 40% more likely to purchase organic foods regularly, per 2022 data
Urban consumers in Europe buy 25% more organic products than rural ones, 2022 survey
High-income households (> $100k/year) account for 45% of US organic sales volume
Baby boomers (55+) increased organic purchases by 18% in 2022, focusing on dairy
In the UK, 52% of consumers aged 25-34 buy organic weekly, vs 28% over 55
Hispanic consumers in US grew organic buying by 22% in 2022, leading non-white groups
College-educated consumers are 3x more likely to buy organic regularly, 2022 global study
In Asia, urban millennials drive 60% of organic food demand, per 2023 report
In US, Gen Z (18-24) organic purchase rate 72%, highest growth segment
Lower-income US households (<$50k) increased organic buys by 12% in 2022
In EU, 35% of organic buyers are vegetarian/vegan, double general pop
African American US consumers organic spend up 19%, closing gap
Rural Chinese consumers now 28% of organic market, up from 15% in 2018
Over 65s in Australia buy 22% more organics post-pandemic, health focus
Organic baby food sales up 25% globally, 92% parental preference

Consumer Demographics Interpretation

While millennials and urbanites may lead the organic charge, this is no longer just a trendy coastal elite movement, as evidenced by baby boomers' dairy aisles, Gen Z's wallets, and parents globally buying the premium puree, all collectively driving a mainstream shift where conscientious consumption is now a cross-generational, cross-demographic, and surprisingly cross-income class affair.

Environmental Impact

Organic farming sequesters 26% more carbon in soil than conventional, Rodale Institute 40-year study
Organic farms use 45% less energy per unit of output, European meta-analysis
Biodiversity on organic farms is 30% higher, with 48% more species, UK study
Organic agriculture reduces nitrate leaching by 60% compared to conventional, Danish data
Pesticide use on organic farms is 90% lower, avoiding synthetic chemicals entirely
Organic systems improve soil organic matter by 3.5% over 20 years, vs decline in conventional
Water use efficiency 20% higher in organic irrigated crops, meta-study 2021
Organic dairy farms emit 20% less greenhouse gases per kg milk, lifecycle analysis
Pollinator populations 50% higher near organic fields, US longitudinal study
Organic farms enhance water quality, 50% less phosphorus runoff, US study
84 bird species more abundant on organic vs conventional farms, meta-analysis
Organic reduces global warming potential by 18-26% in crops, LCA
Soil erosion 50% lower under organic management, long-term trials
Organic coffee farms support 2x more wildlife species, biodiversity hotspot
Ammonia emissions 32% lower from organic livestock systems
Organic orchards host 3x more beneficial insects for pest control
Transition to organic improves aquifer recharge by 15%, modeling study
Organic rice fields emit 45% less methane via alternate wetting-drying
In California, organic almonds use 20% less water overall, efficiency gains

Environmental Impact Interpretation

Perhaps Mother Nature is trying to tell us something, because the data shows that organic farming is basically a Swiss Army knife for the planet, solving a dozen environmental crises from our soil to our skies with impressive, understated efficiency.

Health Benefits and Perceptions

85% of US organic buyers cite health benefits as primary reason, 2022 OTA survey
Organic fruits have 40% higher antioxidants than conventional, meta-analysis of 343 studies
Consumers perceive organic foods as 27% healthier, leading to premium pricing acceptance
72% of parents choose organic for children's food due to pesticide concerns, EU survey 2022
Organic milk contains 50-70% more omega-3 fatty acids, UK study on 400 samples
64% of consumers believe organic reduces allergy risks in kids, 2023 global poll
Organic diets linked to 89% lower pesticide residues in urine, US farmer study
91% of organic consumers report improved digestion after switching, self-reported 2022
Organic vegetables show 19% higher vitamin C levels on average, review of 100+ studies
76% of doctors recommend organic to patients with chronic conditions, 2022 survey
88% of organic consumers willing to pay 20-30% premium for perceived purity
Organic meat has 2x higher omega-3, lower saturated fat, 50-study review
67% report fewer illnesses after 6 months organic diet, cohort study n=1000
Organic grains 40% less mycotoxins, EU monitoring 2021-2022
81% believe organic boosts immunity, driving sales in flu seasons
Lower antibiotic resistance in organic livestock, 70% reduction
Organic produce 69% higher flavonoids, antioxidant capacity up 17%
95% of organic loyalists cite no GMOs as key health factor
Organic vineyards yield 30% less but 50% fewer sulfites in wine

Health Benefits and Perceptions Interpretation

Organic food, it seems, has successfully marketed itself as the body's polite but firm bouncer, showing the door to pesticides, antibiotics, and mediocre nutrients while convincing a health-conscious public to happily pay extra at the door.

Market Growth and Sales

In 2022, global organic food sales reached $134.8 billion, marking a 13.5% increase from 2021
US organic food sales hit $67.6 billion in 2022, up 12.4% from the previous year, driven by fresh produce at 37% of total sales
Organic products accounted for 9.5% of total US food sales in 2022, with fruits and vegetables leading at 15.3%
The European organic market grew to €54.5 billion in 2021, with a CAGR of 6.8% from 2016-2021
In 2023, organic food market in India was valued at $1.36 billion, expected to grow at 20% CAGR to 2028
China's organic food sales surged 15% to ¥120 billion in 2022, led by dairy and baby food
Australian organic market reached AUD 2.8 billion in 2022, with 18% growth in retail sales
Brazil's organic food consumption grew 25% in 2022 to R$6.5 billion, focused on fruits and grains
German organic sales hit €15.1 billion in 2022, representing 6.2% of total food market
France saw organic food sales of €13.8 billion in 2022, down 1% but still 5.5% market share
US organic dairy consumption grew 15% to $9.5 billion in 2022, 6% market share
Global organic packaged food sales projected to hit $200 billion by 2028 at 10% CAGR
UK organic market rebounded to £3.2 billion in 2023, up 8% post-COVID dip
Italy organic sales €8.5 billion in 2022, 9% share in fruits/veg
Turkey emerging market with $450 million organic sales, 20% growth 2022
South Africa organic market $300 million, 18% CAGR driven by exports

Market Growth and Sales Interpretation

We are collectively buying so many organic avocados and artisanal yogurts that this $135 billion global market is now less of a niche lifestyle and more of a mainstream referendum on the conventional food system.

Regional Consumption Patterns

In the US, organic fruits and vegetables consumption per capita was 11.4 pounds in 2021, up from 10.2 in 2020
Europe leads with 8.1% organic market share in fresh produce, Germany at 12.5% in 2022
Canada organic sales reached CAD 8.0 billion in 2022, 8% growth, 2.4% market share
Japan organic food market at ¥500 billion in 2022, 1.5% share, growing 10% YoY
South Korea saw 15% rise in organic consumption to KRW 1.2 trillion, urban driven
Mexico organic sales $1.5 billion in 2022, 25% growth in exports influencing domestic
In Scandinavia, Sweden has 14% organic market share, highest in fresh dairy
New Zealand organic consumption per capita $120 AUD annually, top in Oceania
Nordic countries average 10% organic consumption share, Denmark 13.5%
Argentina organic market $900 million, soy and beef dominant, 22% growth
UAE imports 95% organics, consumption $500 million, expat driven
Russia organic sales $250 million in 2022, 30% YoY amid sanctions shift
Egypt domestic organic consumption doubled to $150 million, fruits lead
Vietnam organic market $400 million, rice and veggies 60%
Poland EU's fastest growing at 18% to €1.2 billion organic sales 2022
Global organic per capita spend $17 USD, Switzerland $250 top
Thailand organic consumption up 28% to THB 15 billion, tourism boost

Regional Consumption Patterns Interpretation

While Americans nibble their way to an extra pound of organic produce per year, the global race for greens reveals a telling truth: true organic adoption isn't just about what we're buying, but how deeply these values are woven into a nation's food culture and economy.

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