Category: Regulations
House farm bill first draft opposed by National Young Farmers Coalition
House Agriculture Committee Chairman Glenn “G.T.” Thompson has released his discussion draft of the House Farm Bill.
Georgia group discusses H-2A rules, farm bill
The Georgia Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association (GFVGA) is commenting on the Department of Labor’s H-2A rules and the 2024 farm bill legislation.
USDA adds fraud prevention info for inspectors
The USDA Organic Integrity Learning Center has added information on effective practices for organic inspectors to its website.
NOSB seeks applicants for five vacancies
The USDA is seeking applicants for five vacancies on the National Organic Standards Board (NOSB).
Commentary: Organic research grants critical to growth
As the world becomes increasingly attuned to the sustainability and health implications of our food systems, the role of organic agriculture has never been more crucial.
IFPA to organic standards board: ‘Follow the science’
The International Fresh Produce Association’s (IFPA) is urging the USDA’s National Organic Standards Board (NOSB) to continue using objective, science-based decisions when considering changes to the National List of Allowed and Prohibited Substances.
Report: healthy school lunches improve children’s health
School lunches have come a long way from square pizza and fish sticks, and students across th board are benefiting from improved nutritional standards in the cafeteria.
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 and a day of advocating on Capitol Hill.
Commentary: farm bill must pass to protect food supply
There are few times when Congress has the opportunity to take a single action that benefits every family in America. One of those opportunities is in front of our lawmakers now.
Industry leaders support bipartisan ag labor group’s report
Industry leaders and associations applauded the House Committee on Agriculture’s bipartisan agriculture labor working group’s final report.
USDA releases National Organic Program review
The USDA’s National Organic Program (NOP) has published the 2023 annual peer review report and its response.
MSU offers free webinar on organic recordkeeping
Michigan State University is sponsoring a free webinar on recordkeeping for organic growers.
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.
Consumers recognize, trust USDA organic seal
Consumers recognize the USDA organic seal more than any other certification in the marketplace, according to a new survey released by the Organic Trade Association (OTA).
USDA updates National Organic Program Handbook
The USDA has published an updated version of the National Organic Program (NOP) Handbook.