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Organic takeover: Industry leaders unite to push for sustainable future
The annual, three-day event hosted by the Organic Trade Association occurs May 14-16 in Washington, D.C.
Jon Benninger
April 11, 2024
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At a Glance
- The event features conference programming, networking events and meetings with lawmakers about organic policy issues.
- OTA’s advocacy focus this year is on the Farm Bill.
- The event includes education sessions and panels, such as “Sowing the Seeds for Sustainable Growth” and nutrition density.
Leaders from the $67 billion organic industry will gather in Washington, May 14-16, for the Organic Trade Association’s (OTA) annual Organic Week. The event features conference programming, networking events and meetings with lawmakers about organic policy issues.
OTA’s advocacy focus this year is on the Farm Bill, and assuring it includes financial and policy investments to ensure:
Organic standards are responsive to market demands.
Research and risk management tools are fair and equitable in their support of organic producers.
Conservation efforts recognize the contributions of organic producers.
Organic supply chains are resilient in the face of risks, such as disease, weather and increasing costs.
A document detailing OTA’s Farm Bill priorities is available by clicking here.
The event includes education sessions and panels, such as:
“Sowing the Seeds for Sustainable Growth”
Organic Market Trends & Consumer Insights
Learning from Europe’s Organic Action Plan
Improving Access to Organic Opportunities
Organic Research Past, Present, Future
Nutrition Density
Registration for the event is $899 for OTA members and $999 for nonmembers. Register here.
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