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Ontario has the potential to further expand its role as a national leader in organic food production and sales, according to a new report.

The Organic Council of Ontario and the Canadian Organic Trade Association recently published the 2024 “Ontario Organic Market Report” which used market data on organic sales at major grocery chains, compiled by the Nielsen company.

Why it matters: The report analysis can provide organic producers and processors with a reliable indication of consumer preferences in Ontario.

“The report outlines several key strategies to ensure continued growth in Ontario’s organic sector. These include optimizing the organic supply chain, improving affordability and accessibility, and advocating for supportive policies,” the lobby groups said in a release about the report, which was distributed in late September.

Funding for the data collection and …