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Organic Week features speakers, Capitol Hill visits
The Organic Trade Association's (OTA) Organic Week features two days of critical discussions on the issues and opportunities facing the organic sector... more »
USDA local grant applications due May 14
The USDA has Local Agricultural Market Program funds available to promote farmers markets, local food programs and regional food partnerships. Appl... more »
OPS keynote addresses shifting consumer demographics
Sherry Frey, vice president of total wellness at NielsenIQ, will be a featured speaker at the Organic Produce Summit. Frey's keynote speech, "Chang... more »
USDA releases National Organic Program review
The USDA's National Organic Program (NOP) has published the 2023 annual peer review report and its response. "As part of its commitment to co... more »
MSU offers free webinar on organic recordkeeping
Michigan State University is sponsoring a free webinar on recordkeeping for organic growers. The webinar is from noon to 1 p.m. Eastern April 19. R... more »
OFRF program supports farmer-led research
Tim and Becky Colby own Colby Farms, a 14-acre farm in Papillion, Nebraska, where they produce vegetables, fruits and some livestock products for thei... more »
1-on-1 assistance key to organic transitions
For producers who are making the transition to organic certification, one-on-one technical assistance is key to their success, according to the USDA. ... more »
USDA updates National Organic Program Handbook
The USDA has published an updated version of the National Organic Program (NOP) Handbook. The document provides accredited certifiers and certified... more »
