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USDA to gather new data on certified organic agriculture production
The USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) is conducting the 2021 Organic Survey to gather new data on certified organic crops and lives... more »
Webinar planned on ‘Organic Management of Postharvest Decays’
Washington State University (WSU) Tree Fruit Extension will hold a webinar titled “Organic Management of Postharvest Decays" on March 9. The even... more »
Scientists named to science advisory board for bioherbicide startup, Harpe
Harpe Bioherbicide Solutions, Inc., a startup company with a focus on natural and sustainable herbicide solutions, recently expanded its scientific ad... more »
The Organic Center’s leader hired by USDA’s NIFA
After nine years of leading The Organic Center (TOC), Jessica Shade, Ph.D., director of science programs, has accepted a position with the USDA's Na... more »
Panel to discuss hydroponics at Organic Produce Summit
The continued growth of Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) and the ramifications of hydroponically grown items being eligible for organic certif... more »
Annual ‘State of Organic Produce’ report released by OPN
Organic Produce Network (OPN) has released its second annual State of Organic Produce report, which provides a comprehensive overview of how the ind... more »
Valent boosts biostimulant efforts, aims for carbon neutrality
Valent BioSciences LLC will expand its biostimulant line in effort to help its parent company, Sumitomo Chemical Co. Ltd., reach carbon neutrality by ... more »
The US organic program wants your thoughts on regulatory priorities
The USDA will gather feedback on regulatory priorities to develop clear organic standards that support a level playing field and market development. ... more »
Natural Products Expo West runs March 8-12 in-person at Anaheim
An industry event will gather the organic products industry in Anaheim, California, in March. Informa Markets’ Natural Products Expo West, part o... more »
PhycoTerra makes ’10 most innovative products’ list
Heliae Agriculture recently announced that PhycoTerra ST, a seed coating, was named a Top 10 Most Innovative Product by a leading seed industry public... more »
Verde Resources to kickstart carbon farming with biochar in Missouri
Verde Resources Inc., a subsidiary of Verde Renewables, recently signed a lease-to-purchase agreement for a 24-acre property in La Belle, Missouri, cr... more »
Four named to National Organic Standards Board
The USDA Feb. 4 announced the appointment of four new members to the National Organic Standards Board, or NOSB. The NOSB is made up of 15 volunteer... more »
