Category: organic
Organic marketing webinar scheduled by Organic farming foundation
Organic Farming Research Foundation OFRF Farmer-Farmer Virtual Networking Event organic marketing
Organic produce sales pick up slightly in Q3
For the second quarter in a row, organic fresh produce grew slightly in year-over-year sales and volume in the third quarter of 2023, according to the Q3 2023 Organic Produce Performance Report issued by Organic Produce Network and Category Partners.
Rabobank details produce trends at IFPA show
At the International Fresh Produce Association’s (IFPA) Global Produce and Floral Show, the fresh produce industry gathered to network, learn, inspire and to discuss the state of the fresh produce industry.
Organic Integrity Database expands with import functions
The USDA National Organic Program (NOP) has expanded the functionality of its Organic Integrity Database, adding an import certificate module.
Registration opens for SE Regional growers conference
Southeast Regional Fruit and Vegetable Conference Georgia Fruit & Vegetable Growers Association Georgia Peach Council
Agrology, Braga Fresh recognized for innovation by IFPA
Agrology and Braga Fresh are joint recipients of the annual Science & Technology Circle of Excellence Award presented by the International Fresh Produce Association.
Organically Grown Co. launches ‘Organic is the Answer’ campaign
Organically Grown Co., an Oregon produce distributor, has created a public service announcement-styled campaign with calls to action for consumers and retailers to promote the organic sector.
Legislation supported by Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance
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Organic advances protected in bipartisan House bill
organic standards Organic Trade Association Continuous Improvement and Accountability in Organic Standards Act CIAO Organic Foods Production Act of 1990 USDA
New crop insurance options include organic transition coverage
The USDA is beefing up crop insurance options for specialty crop and organic producers, including rolling out new and expanded options based on feedback from farmers and ranchers.
The Organic Center grants focus on food safety, climate, pests
The USDA’s Organic Agriculture Research and Extension Initiative (OREI) research program is awarding The Organic Center almost $900,000 for four new projects.
Legislation seeks expanded opportunities for organic food
The Organic Trade Association is applauding the introduction of the Organic Market Development (OMD) Act, saying it will help unlock the potential of the organic marketplace and ensure continued growth of the segment in the U.S.
Focus on the Farmer webinar features transition to organic
As part of USDA’s Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP), Compass Natural’s Focus on the Farmer educational series will offer a free webinar to support farmers transitioning to organic.
Participate in VGN’s Seed Showcase
Seed companies have an opportunity to participate in Vegetable Growers News’ annual Seed Variety Showcase.
Organic Trade Association to focus on trends, issues at Expo East
Organic Trade Association OTA Natural Products Expo East organic trends issues
Ed session at Organic Grower Summit to tackle new rule
Organic Grower Summit National Organic Program Strengthening Organic Enforcement rule Western Growers Organic Produce Network
USDA appoints ag advisory committee members
The USDA and U.S. Trade Representative’s Office have appointed 130 representatives to serve four-year terms on seven agricultural trade advisory committees, including the Agricultural Technical Advisory Committee for Trade in Fruits and Vegetables.
Registration opens for MSU organic farmer training program
MSU Organic Farmer Training Program Michigan State University Department of Horticulture soil health water pests disease
Organic growers seek climate change solutions via Farm Bill
As Congress hammers out the 2023 Farm Bill, growing interest in the impacts of agriculture on climate could give organic farmers more political sway as they advocate for funding and programs that help them.
Growers’ organic transition webinar scheduled
organic transition USDA Plains Transition to Organic Partnership Program