organic
Webinars to be offered by Organic Trade Association
A series of webinars through the end of the year will be held by the The Organic Trade Association and the Organic Center. From the Organic Trade Association, a retailing-geared webinar on the best labeling practices... more »
USDA pauses plans for new organic marketing board
The USDA has ended a proposed rule to establish a national research and promotion program for certified organic products. The decision also terminates the proposed rule on referendum procedures. USDA based the termination on lack... more »
USDA clarifies organic label use for hydroponics, aquaponics, aeroponics
Let there be no doubt: hydroponics, aquaponics and aeroponics growers can earn organic certification. The USDA's Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) on January 25, 2018, clarified some longstanding issues for the National Organics Program, announcing that... more »
New organic regulations coming for California growers
California is the leading agricultural state in the country and we are proud of the products that are grown and produced here. The laws and regulations that are in place protect consumers, producers, handlers, processors,... more »
USDA awards $498,706 grant to Organic Farming Program
Rodale Institute and Delaware Valley University (DelVal) have been awarded a $498,706 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture. The three-year Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program (BFRDP) grant... more »
Organic Farmers Association lists policy priorities
The Organic Farmers Association recently announced its 2017-2018 Policy Priorities, including policy positions on organic issues such as hydroponics, animal welfare, organic checkoff and the farm bill. Last week, the Organic Farmers Association Steering Committee... more »
UNH to develop strawberry varieties for organic production
Scientists with the New Hampshire Agricultural Experiment Station at the University of New Hampshire have launched a research project that aims to develop the first varieties of strawberries specifically designed for organic agriculture in the... more »
Organic growers tally wish lists for new farm bill
Organic growers say they’re more than a niche of the agriculture market, and the group appears to be getting Washington’s attention as they lobby for more input on the 2018 Farm Bill. Ironically, some of... more »
Organic New Jersey growers get help with certification fees
Organic produce growers and handlers in New Jersey could qualify for government help with... more »
Workshop to help organic growers develop custom food safety manuals
The Georgia Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association (GFVGA) next week will host a workshop for growers looking to create customized food safety manuals for their farms. The one-day, hands-on workshop will take place Tuesday, Aug.... more »
Latest News
Ag women’s empowerment event scheduled
USDA pilot program to help ag employers, farmworkers
Georgia destroys bee predator hornet nest
Current Issue
Harvests start with high hopes for apple season
California’s Murray Family Farms endures challenges
Great Lakes EXPO: Emerging technology in the Ag industry
MSU researches drones to control vineyard pests
Economics drives the global biologicals market
Drones: Additional capabilities join recent improvements
Farm Market & Agritourism: Can you support another employee?
Ag Labor Review: The backbone of America
see all current issue »
