The robust American organic sector stayed on its upward trajectory in 2016, gaining new market share and shattering records, as consumers across the United States ate and used more organic products than ever before.

Inspired by more than 100 years of farming heritage, Los Angeles-based Bolthouse Farms introduced its first line of refrigerated organic dressings, crafted with premium ingredients such as avocado, blue cheese, raspberry juice and asiago.

Marin Sun Farms, Petaluma, Calif., and Mindful Meats, Pt. Reyes, Calif., announced a merger of the two companies, creating an expansion for the organic pastured beef market.

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.

Dietz & Watson, Philadelphia, Pa., introduced Originals, a new line of no antibiotics ever and organic deli meats, rBST-free cheeses and organic beef hot dogs.

Qrunch Foods, Denver, Colo., announced plans to change its name to Qrunch Organics, which reflects the company's commitment to organic food.

Today’s organic tent looks a lot different than yesterday’s, according to the Organic Trade Association (OTA), Washington, D.C. That’s because organic has become more mainstream, with a plethora of options created to meet the needs of a wide and multi-faceted culture.