USDA announces further delay of animal welfare rule
On November 9, 2017, USDA pre-published an announcement in the Federal Register that the Organic Livestock and Poultry Practices final rule would be further delayed until May 14, 2018.
We need to support OTA's lawsuit against USDA in support of the organic welfare rule
Maintaining the integrity of the USDA Organic seal requires constant vigilance—and that includes enacting widely agreed upon stricter animal welfare standards, says the cofounder and chairman of Stonyfield Farm.
OTA responds to National Review article on Organic Food and Consumer Protection Act
Organic is not a scam. Organic is the most heavily regulated and closely monitored food system in the United
States. It is also the most transparent. Organic standards are developed through a transparent process involving
the government, a citizen advisory group, industry representatives and the public. Julie Kelly (Congress should
Federal legislation proposed to crack down on fake organics
A bill introduced in Congress would toughen inspections of imported organic produce to ensure the food items are genuine. Reps.
Organic field crop production gains momentum
It comes as no surprise that the organic sector continues to grow at a faster pace than other agricultural production systems. And while vegetables, fruits and livestock account for the lion’s share of organic production, organic field crops have gained in acreage and value, according to a new USDA report.
The USDA Is Being Sued for Delaying New Organic Standards
When you think of "free-range" chicken, what exactly comes to mind? That question, amazingly enough, is now central to a lawsuit filed against the United States government.
Head of USDA’s National Organic Program steps down
Miles McEvoy, deputy administrator for the National Organic Program at the USDA, said he was stepping down Sept. 30 after eight years in the position, and moving back to his home state of Washington while he considers new opportunities.
New Study Shows Organic Farming Traps Carbon in Soil to Combat Climate Change
Organic farms were found to have 26 percent more long-term carbon storage potential than conventional farms.
As organic gains prominence, shoppers increasingly seek lower cost and higher value
Rising sales and household penetration of organic is a double-edged sword for the industry in the US as more Americans have started looking for lower prices, bulk packaging and easier access through direct to consumer channels, according to purchasing data collected by Ekowarehouse.
Opinion: Know the facts about organic agriculture … then form your perceptions
Organic food has fewer pesticide residues on it, and a wide body of research proves this fact. This makes sense, because federal organic standards prohibit organic farmers from using synthetic, toxic chemicals, and allow the use of non-toxic materials only as a last resort. This results in healthier consumers, farmers, and sustainable practices to support our environment.