Stephanie Hughes
Marketplace senior reporter. She provides insights on why organic food costs more than non-organic food.
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Sep 1, 2025 • 29min
From "Million Bazillion": Why does organic food cost more than non-organic food?
Stephanie Hughes, a senior reporter at Marketplace, dives into the curious world of organic food pricing. She reveals the reasons behind the higher costs, like labor-intensive farming and stringent USDA certification. Through playful banter, she and the hosts discuss the real challenges organic farmers face and explore why consumers are drawn to organic options. With humorous anecdotes about cucumber farming, they break down the complexities of organic food production, making economics both entertaining and enlightening.
Sep 1, 2025 • 29min
From "Million Bazillion": Why does organic food cost more than non-organic food?
Stephanie Hughes, a savvy senior reporter for Marketplace, joins the hosts to decode why organic food is pricier than non-organic options. They dive into the labor-intensive practices and strict regulations farmers face, all while keeping the conversation light-hearted. Hear hilarious discussions about the challenges of organic farming and even a whimsical farming experiment showdown. The episode offers relatable insights into grocery prices that both kids and adults will appreciate.
