I've been trying to make the switch myself with definite concern about the cost, but so far it's been manageable. Costco has many organic items, including milk. Vons (which I think might be owned by Safeway) has an impressive line of storebrand organic products and Ralphs (which I think might be owned by Kroger) is following suit. I haven't found much in my local Walmart.
I have noticed coupons are becoming more available, including some for milk in last Sunday's paper. I joined my local CSA (am waiting for my membership to kick in) because it only cost $20 a week for a box of vegetables. I spend more now for what I consider to be inferior quality produce.
One of the ways I keep the budget balanced in general is to refrain from buy too many prepackaged (i.e., snack food) items. This applies to organics as well. By buying just the basics, the budget hit or organics has not been too bad.
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