Typically because they're varieties that need a lot of hand-babying, which the higher prices of organic foods can support. The cheap stuff consists of varieties

Typically because they're varieties that need a lot of hand-babying, which the higher prices of organic foods can support. The cheap stuff consists of varieties bred for productivity and shipping ruggedness. That's fine if you're privileged enough to afford the organic stuff. Not so much if you're a poor person in need of raw calories.