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The Vegetable Growers News has featured our recent article "Organic Industry Fueled by Younger Generations," which explores how the enthusiasm and commitment of younger generations are driving the organic industry forward. This article is written by Irene C., OTA's Brand Marketing Manager. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/ebYwzVRQ

Canada and Mexico extended organic equivalency arrangement for organic products The organic equivalency arrangement has been extended for another 3 years. The scope of the arrangement remains the same. https://loom.ly/FR4qe9E #organicproduct #canada #mexico

Congrats to Brenna Davis and the entire team at Organically Grown Company on being named Organic Company of the Year! One of the largest distributors of organic produce in the US, in 2018 the company transferred a majority of ownership to a purpose trust to protect its quadruple bottom line approach (people, planet, purpose, profits). Their unique approach is designed to align incentives and benefit their growers, customers, workers, community and investors, and since then their results continue to speak for themselves. What most people seem to be focused on when it comes to employee ownership and steward ownership models like this one is the opportunity (3 in 5 small businesses will sell over the next decade!), or the momentum (adoption is accelerating!), but what I'm most excited about is what comes after a transition. We think this is simply a better way of doing business, and results like what Organically Grown Company and so many other businesses we've worked with at Common Trust are achieving is the real story: great businesses, built for the long term, and benefitting their community, planet and people.

Canada and Mexico extended organic equivalency arrangement for organic products The organic equivalency arrangement has been extended for another 3 years. The scope of the arrangement remains the same. https://loom.ly/FR4qe9E #organicproduct #canada #mexico

Canada and Mexico extended organic equivalency arrangement for organic products The organic equivalency arrangement has been extended for another 3 years. The scope of the arrangement remains the same. https://loom.ly/FR4qe9E #organicproduct #canada #mexico

Strengthening Organic Enforcement, or SOE, is an effort by the USDA to close gaps in the current regulations by making sure USDA can more completely oversee and enforce the supply chain that takes a certified organic product from farm to market. #knowyourfarmer #nutritionsecurity #foodequity

Kicking off the New Year with some new initiatives to combat organic fraud! Our most recent blog discusses the Strengthening Organic Enforcment final rule, implemented by the USDA National Organic Program (Agricultural Marketing Service). Learn how your company can be prepared for the upcoming changes and expectations within the organic supply chain. #SOE #NOP #OrganicIngredients #Quality #SupplyChain #Transparency #Traceability #Authentic To read more: https://lnkd.in/e4StKAPx

In 2023, 47% of shoppers say that USDA Organic certification makes them more likely to buy a product, compared to 41% in 2019. As for Non-GMO Project Verified, 43% say that seeing that organization's "butterfly" logo makes them more apt to purchase, compared to 36% five years ago (newhope.com). All GloryBee organic honey is certified organic by Quality Assurance International (QAI) and carries the USDA organic seal. It is made without the use of GMOs and is certified Kosher by the Orthodox Union. But being certified organic goes deeper than a label. Produced and harvested sustainably, our organic honey is healthier for bees, people, and plants. By offering organic bulk honey, we are furthering our vision of a healthy world where bees and people thrive. Learn more about our high-quality ingredients: https://loom.ly/Go_tX_s.

How to Grow Organic Tomatoes: A Comprehensive Guide https://lnkd.in/gwhBVPsq

Bill Wolf, our founder and CEO, shared his thoughts about the recent National Organic Standards Board meeting and more in our most recent newsletter: “The outcomes of National Organic Standards Board (NOSB) meetings can often feel somewhat dry and mechanical, to put it kindly. In contrast, what stood out most to me about the meeting . . . in Milwaukee was the passion, commitment, and hope that feed the relationships amongst members of this organic community. I was able to attend the National Organic Coalition (NOC) meeting for the first time in many years, and found it to be a thoughtful, helpful prelude to the NOSB meeting itself. In-person public comment was once again included as part of the agenda, and this provided a rich collection of perspectives and experiences for the Board, Program, and audience. Newly minted Board Chair Kyla Smith managed the cordial, civil proceedings with a veteran’s steady hand, and the Program staff provided timely and helpful updates and clarifications for all. We heard excellent updates from Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP) Midwest region representatives that give hope for the community everywhere. This public-private partnership that Congress mandated nearly 35 years ago in the Organic Foods Production Act (OFPA) has allowed us all to participate in real and meaningful ways. We’ve developed important relationships that serve not only ourselves, but also clearly catalyze, advance, and grow this organic community; the organic business sector continues to evolve through our collective efforts and dedication. While a primary role of the NOSB is to advise the Secretary of Agriculture on substances for the National List and policy, the NOSB meeting provides a unique and essential place for us to be honest and humane, start new conversations, find allies, test assumptions, make new connections, hear diverging opinions, and above all, build the meaningful relationships that are integral to this most wonderful community. I’m already looking forward to Portland in the fall. Come find us; let’s talk.” Want to get the newsletter in your inbox? Sign up online. https://lnkd.in/eRYK3K8g #Organic #organicagriculture #organicproducts #farming #foodprocessing #regulations