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Item	Member	Non Member	Shipping	#
Global Organic Textile Standard Web Seminar	$100.00	$250.00	$0.00
The Organic Trade Association (OTA) presented a web-based seminar to educate companies about the GOTS standard on October 7, 2008.  The Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) ensures organic status AND environmentally and socially responsible manufacturing of textiles, from harvesting through production, packaging, labeling, and distribution of all organic fibers to provide a credible assurance to the end consumer. Presenters include:   Grace Gershuny, OTA’s representative to the International Working Group of GOTS Marshall Johnson, R.L. Stowe Mills, Inc., GOTS Certified Manufacturer Georgia Kalivas, IMO Certification Agency Connie Karr, OTCO Certification Agency Sandra Marquardt, On the Mark Public Relations Sam Welsch, OneCert Certification Agency If your company is involved in organic textiles or wants to be part of this fast growing sector, this seminar is for you--don’t miss out!  For more info click here.
GORP Training Manual	$149.00	$295.00	$0.00
For Retailers – The Good Organic Retailing Practices Training Manual (GORP). The USDA Organic Rule and American Organic Standards are in place. Does your store comply? The GORP Training Manual was developed in association with the Independent Organic Inspectors Association and OTA staff to meet the needs of your store’s organic retail operations. In addition to general handling practices, the manual specifically addresses Fresh Produce, Bulk Foods, Meats and Prepared Foods (Deli, Bakeries and Juice Bars) and Pre-packaged Groceries departments. You will receive a comprehensive training manual and CD (including a copy of GORP) containing all the necessary forms and checklists. 290 pp.