Organic at Expo West

The Organic Trade Association and The Organic Center are looking forward to a number of opportunities to bring people together for business, networking, and socializing at Natural Products Expo West. 

 

Tickets, Sponsorships and Reserved VIP Tables are now open!

The Organic Center will hold its 14th Annual Benefit Dinner on Thursday, March 9, in Anaheim, CA, in conjunction with Natural Products Expo West. Don’t miss the biggest, and best, business networking dinner at Expo West. Come to meet old friends and make new ones, to be inspired and entertained, and to enjoy a fantastic organic meal – all in support of The Organic Center.

We’ve got a wonderful evening planned for you. You can count on a thought-provoking program highlighting what science says about the benefits of organic. Returning chef Matthew Raiford is planning a menu that will delight your senses. With over 600 attendees expected, you are guaranteed to connect with colleagues and organic industry leaders.

Join us to learn about The Center’s important work to facilitate research and communicate credible, evidence-based science on the environmental and health benefits of organic food and farming.

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OTA's Cultivating Organic Track at Expo West includes the following sessions:

Thursday, March 9 in the Convention Center, Global Resource Center, Room 204C

U.S. Organic Market Briefing | 11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. 
Join the Organic Trade Association for an overview of the US organic market, including industry size, trending consumer categories, resources for international buyers and more.  The session will share the latest industry stats and consumer insights and provide tools on how to access more information and connect with suppliers.

Friday, March 10 in Marriott Grand Ballroom F

Organic 101 | 8:15 - 9:30 a.m. 
New to the industry? Come here to learn the basics of what the organic label does (and doesn’t) mean, how it is enforced, and why it is the gold standard for food the world around.

Political Outlook for Organic | 10:00 - 11:15 a.m.
2017 heralded a new administration in Washington. Current and former politicos discuss what’s likely to change, what will probably remain the same, and what it might mean for USDA organic.

Organic Innovation Conversation | 12:45 - 2:00 p.m.
Organic is a bright spot in our food system and our economy. This fast-paced session will feature a plethora of mini-presentations on what’s next in organic from thought-leaders, entrepreneurs and trend spotters. 

The Organic Center Presents: Translating Organic's Benefits to Consumers | 2:30 - 3:45 p.m.
Organic agriculture is backed by a wealth of scientific evidence confirming its benefits to the environment and human health. This session will distill organic’s most powerful research into content marketers can use to build their case to shoppers.  

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Foreign Buyers’ Mission Meetings

U.S. food and ingredient companies eager to promote their organic products in international markets have the opportunity to meet pre-qualified buyers from established and emerging international markets. OTA’s Reverse Trade Mission, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, enables U.S. organic companies to discuss their products, make on-the-spot sales, and pave the way for productive long-term relationships with international buyers. 

 

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Organic Stakeholder Meetings

Wednesday, March 8

Friday, March 10

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Catch up with OTA's Vice President of Regulatory and Technical Affairs

Saturday, March 11, 10:30-11:30 a.m.  |  Anaheim Convention Center  |  Booth #2920