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Does Your Firm Need to be #Organic #Certified? Beginning March 19, all imports to the U.S. of organic food must be associated with an electronic NOP Import Certificate, regardless of country of origin. Unfortunately, there’s a lot of confusion and misinformation out there. Get the answers straight from USDA as Dr. Jennifer Tucker, deputy administrator, USDA-Agricultural Marketing Service, National Organic Program, focuses on the changes to the regulation, challenges importers are facing and how USDA will enforce the updated regulation. Join this webinar to get that answer direct from #USDA. https://lnkd.in/e9wMJ_NH The webinar is free for all AFI members and only $49 for non-members. #organicregulations #food #USDA #nationalorganicprogram

Does Your Firm Need to be #Organic #Certified? Beginning March 19, all imports to the U.S. of organic food must be associated with an electronic NOP Import Certificate, regardless of country of origin. Unfortunately, there’s a lot of confusion and misinformation out there. Get the answers straight from USDA as Dr. Jennifer Tucker, deputy administrator, USDA-Agricultural Marketing Service, National Organic Program, focuses on the changes to the regulation, challenges importers are facing and how USDA will enforce the updated regulation. Join this webinar to get that answer direct from #USDA. https://lnkd.in/ezUN5MEB The webinar is free for all AFI members and only $49 for non-members. #organicregulations #food #USDA #nationalorganicprogram

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The Strengthening Organic Enforcement rules are in full swing, and the USDA NOP has answered a boatload of questions in a new document. Businesses, customs brokers, certifiers, and others working in organic trade will find answers to 28 commonly asked questions including:    •   What operations or activities are exempt from organic certification under SOE?    •   How do I get an NOP Import Certificate?    •   How do I develop a fraud prevention plan? If you are working through your SOE updates, give it a look. #Organic #organicproducts #importexport #customs #fraudprevention https://lnkd.in/eyddsjXi

The new USDA Strengthening Organic Enforcement (SOE) final rule for #organic products being imported into the US is coming up Sept 19th. Roxanne Beavers is very knowledgeable on the topic. Have a listen to her below. Canadian Organic Food Processors take note! #foodindustry #import #export #organicfood #organictrade

New USDA organic protocols require importers to become certified organic. As an importer myself, I've been working with Organic certifiers to navigate the new rules. But I have to say, they are making us jump through some significant hoops - and charging us - when all we are doing is importing and selling goods already in packaging. Has anyone else gone through this process? I would love to hear from those who have any advice or positive thoughts. Right now, it's making me a little mental. Let's connect and share our experiences. #USDA #organic #importing #certification

The recent Strengthening Organic Enforcement (SOE) regulations going into effect has created some new and ongoing impacts for the tea industry. 1. Reported organic tea import volumes have increased. This is likely due to requirements that organic imports need an import certificate and are being recorded under the appropriate HS codes. 2. Submitting requests for organic import certificates (NOPICs) has resulted in an additional administrative/paperwork process for the exporter, certifier at origin, and the USDA NOP. This had the potential to create hiccups and potential delays as users became familiar with the system and its requirements. https://lnkd.in/e_PHCU8s

📅 Mark your calendars! The USDA's Strengthening Organic Enforcement (SOE) regulations will come into effect on March 19, 2024, marking the most significant update since 2002. All segments of the organic industry will be impacted, with handlers and processors facing the most substantial changes. In the article below, you'll find a lot of detail on the new requirements and how it might impact your company. Port Jersey is proud to be an Organic Certified warehouse operator, and we're here to support your business. #organic #certifiedorganic #usda #regulations #3pls #warehousing #logistics #foodandbev #supplychain #cpg

The recent Strengthening Organic Enforcement (SOE) regulations going into effect has created some new and ongoing impacts for the tea industry. 1. Reported organic tea import volumes have increased. This is likely due to requirements that organic imports need an import certificate and are being recorded under the appropriate HS codes. 2. Submitting requests for organic import certificates (NOPICs) has resulted in an additional administrative/paperwork process for the exporter, certifier at origin, and the USDA NOP. This had the potential to create hiccups and potential delays as users became familiar with the system and its requirements. https://lnkd.in/evFRU7gR

The new USDA organic certification requirements taking effect on March 19 seek to improve traceability and protect organic integrity across the supply chain. What should #foodandbeverage companies do to prepare? We share timely insights here.