Podcasts about Organic Trade Association

On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Matthew Dillon, Co-CEO of the Organic Trade Association. They discuss why the organic label continues to resonate with eaters, what the budget cuts and staffing reductions at the U.S. Department of Agriculture could mean for food producers, and why support for organic agriculture remains so important for communities today and in the future. Plus hear about the recent decision to approve CRISPR gene-edited pigs for human consumption in the U.S., a new project that will help Libyan producers farm in some of the driest conditions, and the food safety warnings that aren't reaching the public fast enough.   While you're listening, subscribe, rate, and review the show; it would mean the world to us to have your feedback. You can listen to “Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg” wherever you consume your podcasts.

In this conversation, Matthew Dillon, co-CEO of the Organic Trade Association, discusses the growth and challenges of the organic industry. He highlights the importance of generational shifts in consumer behavior, particularly among Millennials and Gen Z, who are increasingly committed to organic products. Dillon emphasizes the need for investment in infrastructure to support domestic organic production and the role of advocacy in shaping policies that benefit the organic sector. The conversation also touches on the evolution of organic quality and the economic impact of organic farming on rural communities. In this conversation, Matthew Dillon discusses the Organic Trade Association's (OTA) efforts to drive organic agriculture forward through legislative initiatives, transparency, and community engagement. He emphasizes the importance of collaboration among stakeholders in the organic sector, the need for integrity in growth, and the role of vulnerability in building trust. Dillon also highlights the significance of investing in future generations and the power of community in overcoming challenges and fostering change. Takeaways:The OTA serves the organic sector from seed to shelf.Organic industry growth is driven by generational shifts in consumer preferences.Millennials and Gen Z are more committed to organic products than older generations.Success in agriculture should be measured in succession, not just immediate returns.The quality of organic products has significantly improved over the years.Domestic organic production faces challenges due to reliance on imports.Investment in infrastructure is crucial for the growth of the organic sector.Organic farming can positively impact rural economies and biodiversity.Advocacy for organic standards and funding is essential for the sector's future.The return on investment for organic programs is significant for the economy. OTA is focused on driving organic agriculture forward through legislative efforts.Transparency and trust are crucial for the organic sector's integrity.Integrity in growth requires balancing desirability with feasibility.Cultivating a culture of collaboration is essential for the organic movement.Community and advocacy play a vital role in the success of organic businesses.Investing in future generations is a responsibility of the organic sector.Hopelessness can be transformed into action through community support.Vulnerability is necessary for building trust in brands.Continuous improvement is key to maintaining the integrity of organic standards.The organic movement is about more than just farming; it's about creating a better world.  Sound Bites:"Organic food in the U.S. grew to a $71.6 billion market in 2024.""90 % of Millennials and Gen Z are either committed or highly aspirational organic consumers""Success has to be measured in succession.""OTA is helping drive organic forward."“If you're not at the table, you're on the menu.”"Integrity requires vulnerability."“That continuous improvement in integrity is essential to that consumer trust.”“He said, it's time for us as an industry to re-embrace the movement. We didn't tell him to say it, but we were like, yes!That's the value of joining OTA. Come be part of a movement.”“Every $1 invested in USDA National Organic Program staff and operations yields over $3,000 in retail value for the U.S. economy.”"Raise the soil for all farms.""Planting trees for future generations."“A society grows great when old men plant trees whose shade they know they shall never sit in.”"Community is the engine for transformation.""Hope is not a good strategy on its own." Links:Matthew Dillon on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sustainmdillon/Organic Trade Association (OTA) - https://ota.com/Organic Trade Association (OTA) on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/OrganicTradeOrganic Trade Association (OTA) on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/organictrade/Organic Trade Association (OTA) on X - https://x.com/organictradeOrganic Trade Association (OTA) on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@OrganicTradeAssocOrganic Trade Association (OTA) on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/organic-trade-association/…OTA's Organic Market Report 2025 - https://ota.com/OrganicMarketReportTOPP Impact Report 2024 - https://www.organictransition.org/impact-report/…Brands for a Better World Episode Archive - http://brandsforabetterworld.com/Brands for a Better World on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/brand-for-a-better-world/Modern Species - https://modernspecies.com/Modern Species on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/modern-species/Gage Mitchell on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/gagemitchell/…Print Magazine Design Podcasts - https://www.printmag.com/categories/printcast/…Heritage Radio Network - https://heritageradionetwork.org/Heritage Radio Network on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/heritage-radio-network/posts/Heritage Radio Network on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/HeritageRadioNetworkHeritage Radio Network on X - https://x.com/Heritage_RadioHeritage Radio Network on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/heritage_radio/Heritage Radio Network on Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@heritage_radio Chapters:03:00 - Introduction to the Organic Trade Association (OTA)05:26 - Growth of the Organic Industry09:39 - Generational Shifts in Consumer Behavior13:11 - The Evolution of Organic Quality17:52 - Challenges and Opportunities in Domestic Organic Production22:35 - Infrastructure Needs for Organic Growth27:22 - The Role of Investment in Organic Infrastructure31:20 - The Future of Organic Advocacy and Policy34:29 - Driving Organic Forward: Legislative Efforts and Challenges39:54 - The Importance of Transparency and Trust in Organic44:13 - Integrity in Growth: Balancing Desirability and Feasibility49:31 - Cultivating a Culture of Collaboration in Organic55:34 - The Value of Community and Advocacy in Organic61:38 - Investing in the Future: Intergenerational Responsibility01:01:05 - Harnessing Hopelessness: Community as a Catalyst for Change

In this episode of the AgNet News Hour, hosts Sabrina Halvorson and Lorrie Boyer discuss the rising popularity of organic products among Millennials and Gen Z consumers. They explore findings from a survey by the Organic Trade Association, which highlight the health benefits and growing support for organic foods among younger generations. The conversation delves into defining 'organic,' the certification process, and the challenges faced by organic farmers. Sabrina and Laurie also touch upon related topics such as GMOs, gluten-free products, and future trends in agricultural marketing.

Wednesday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show learning about Organic Month as we talk with Organic Trade Association co-CEO Matthew Dillon in Segment One. Next up in Segment Two, we discuss the need for ag education and highlight National Teach Ag Day on Thursday this week with Amy Smith, an associate professor in the College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences at University of Minnesota. In Segment Three, we take a deep dive into the markets and talk with Naomi Blohm, Senior Market Advisor at Total Farm Marketing. Then in Segment Four, we learn about a new SAF Blending Plant being built by Minnesota SAF Hub. GREATER MSP CEO Peter Frosch joins us to discuss the project and what it means for the region. Learn more online at www.mnsafhub.org.

California Democrat Jim Costa sits on the House Agriculture Committee, which will markup a farm bill on May 23. He joins this week's show to discuss the latest developments on the farm bill and shares more about the conversations Democrats are having before next week's markup.  He also dives deeper into specialty crop issues and the recent developments with trade.Then, Danielle Beck with Invariant and Matthew Dillon with the Organic Trade Association join this week's show to discuss the organic industry and the political environment around a farm bill.Want to receive Newsmakers in your inbox every week? Sign up! http://eepurl.com/hTgSAD

We're back with Mike Adams on Wednesday's AOA, powered by Cenex. In Segment One we have Jerry Hagstrom with The Hagstrom Report. We start with his outlook on the Farm Bill, USDA Reports, and GREET.   In Segment Two we talk cattle industry issues with the US Cattlemen's Association President, Justin Tupper. Then in Segment Three we dive into economic views and markets with Arlan Suderman from StoneX.    Finally in Segment Four we are joined by Matthew Dillon with the Organic Trade Association, ahead of organic week next week.   

Welcome to the fourth episode of Jeffers Notes, an insightful podcast that tackles everything from personal health to worldly affairs. In this installment, we delve into the curious advice provided by city officials in Ohio about an upcoming solar eclipse, shedding light on potential hidden concerns. We also share an intimate journey of fighting against habits that compromise heart health and how maintaining physical form can improve preparedness. Our discussion navigates the evolving world of organic food, probing into its soaring popularity and corresponding cost. We critique the certified organic food revolution, identify reasons for its hefty price, and relay critical insights from the Organic Trade Association. We also explore whether organic food is indeed more nutritious and beneficial to health. On a personal note, we reflect on individual health concerns, struggles with diet, and lifestyle choices. We discuss the impactful diabetes crisis and the continual battle between organic and regular food for the average consumer. We wrap up this episode by looking at the potential geopolitical unrest and the dystopian future of our world. We examine growing civil unrest in several European countries, the ill-treatment of power by globalists, and rising protests against global climate policies. Furthermore, we touch upon the intensifying threat of migrant crime in the U.S. and provide strategies for preparedness against crime and potential terrorist attacks. This episode emphasizes the importance of personal and home security, offering practical tips and urging a proactive approach towards security challenges. If you wish to stay informed in these rapidly changing times, this episode is essential listening.

Welcome to the fourth episode of Jeffers Notes, an insightful podcast that tackles everything from personal health to worldly affairs. In this installment, we delve into the curious advice provided by city officials in Ohio about an upcoming solar eclipse, shedding light on potential hidden concerns. We also share an intimate journey of fighting against habits that compromise heart health and how maintaining physical form can improve preparedness. Our discussion navigates the evolving world of organic food, probing into its soaring popularity and corresponding cost. We critique the certified organic food revolution, identify reasons for its hefty price, and relay critical insights from the Organic Trade Association. We also explore whether organic food is indeed more nutritious and beneficial to health. On a personal note, we reflect on individual health concerns, struggles with diet, and lifestyle choices. We discuss the impactful diabetes crisis and the continual battle between organic and regular food for the average consumer. We wrap up this episode by looking at the potential geopolitical unrest and the dystopian future of our world. We examine growing civil unrest in several European countries, the ill-treatment of power by globalists, and rising protests against global climate policies. Furthermore, we touch upon the intensifying threat of migrant crime in the U.S. and provide strategies for preparedness against crime and potential terrorist attacks. This episode emphasizes the importance of personal and home security, offering practical tips and urging a proactive approach towards security challenges. If you wish to stay informed in these rapidly changing times, this episode is essential listening. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/contra-radio-network/support

The USDA published the new Organic Livestock and Poultry Practices Standard.  While the Organic Trade Association is touting the new standards as a “win” for animal welfare and the organic label, Joel isn't buying it.  Meanwhile, the National Organic Standards Board just “allowed” a potentially dangerous chemical to be added to organic livestock.  Join us as Joel breaks down the latest food news and provides solutions.Join the Beyond Labels Family and access the entire episode here: https://beyondlabels.supportingcast.fm/Follow on InstagramFollow on TwitterSubscribe on RumbleSubscribe on YouTubeFind Joel Here: www.polyfacefarms.comFind Sina Here: www.drsinamccullough.comDisclaimer:  The information provided by Joel Salatin and Sina McCullough, PhD is not intended to prevent, diagnose, treat, or cure any disease.  The information provided in the podcasts, videos, and show descriptions is for educational purposes only.  It is not intended to diagnose or treat any medical or psychological condition.  The information provided is not meant to prevent, treat, mitigate or cure such conditions.  The information provided is not medical advice nor is it designed to replace advice, information, or prescriptions you receive from your healthcare provider.  Consult your health care provider before making any changes to your diet, medication, or lifestyle.  Proceed at your own risk.Joel Salatin and Sina McCullough, Ph.D. specifically disclaim any liability, loss, or risk, personal or otherwise, that may be incurred as a consequence, directly or indirectly, of the use and application of any of the contents of their YouTube channel, Podcast, websites, books, Facebook pages, or any of the content during consulting sessions or speaking engagements.  Proceed at your own risk.  These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.

The Organic Trade Association applauds the introduction of the Continuous Improvement and Accountability in Organic Standards Act, and lawmakers announce the reintroduction of the Adopt GREET Act, a bipartisan bill directing the EPA to update its greenhouse gas modeling for ethanol and biodiesel.

The Organic Trade Association applauds the introduction of the Continuous Improvement and Accountability in Organic Standards Act, and lawmakers announce the reintroduction of the Adopt GREET Act, a bipartisan bill directing the EPA to update its greenhouse gas modeling for ethanol and biodiesel.

The Organic Trade Association applauds the introduction of the Continuous Improvement and Accountability in Organic Standards Act, and lawmakers announce the reintroduction of the Adopt GREET Act, a bipartisan bill directing the EPA to update its greenhouse gas modeling for ethanol and biodiesel.

Organic food purchasers buy organic and pay the extra for a reason. New regulations being proposed by some members of congress would make it much easier for corporate food businesses to use that premium label to sell product that doesn't actually meet the real benchmarks of organic. Tom Chapman, CEO of the Organic Trade Association, and others have introduced the new Continuous Improvement and Accountability in Organic Standards to counteract these efforts to dilute the organic label.Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support What Doesn't Kill You by becoming a member!What Doesn't Kill You is Powered by Simplecast.

Organic food purchasers buy organic and pay the extra for a reason. New regulations being proposed by some members of congress would make it much easier for corporate food businesses to use that premium label to sell product that doesn't actually meet the real benchmarks of organic. Tom Chapman, CEO of the Organic Trade Association, and others have introduced the new Continuous Improvement and Accountability in Organic Standards to counteract these efforts to dilute the organic label.Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support What Doesn't Kill You by becoming a member!What Doesn't Kill You is Powered by Simplecast.

As discussions continue on putting together the next farm bill, the Organic Trade Association recently held a press conference on its priorities for the new legislation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Department of Agriculture announced new conservation funding to help with oversubscribed programs, and the Organic Trade Association has released its 2023 farm bill priorities. All that and more in today's DriveTime.

The Department of Agriculture announced new conservation funding to help with oversubscribed programs, and the Organic Trade Association has released its 2023 farm bill priorities. All that and more in today's DriveTime.

The Organic Trade Association applauded the USDA and the National Organic Program for the new “Strengthening Organic Enforcement Rule.” The new regulation will do a lot to detect organic fraud and protect the integrity of organic agriculture throughout the supply chain. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

FDA Commissioner Robert Califf has proposed creating a new human foods program at the agency to centralize FDA's oversight of 80% of the country's food supply. Maine Democrat Chellie Pingree joins Agri-Pulse Newsmakers to talk about the idea, funding the agency, and making the next farm bill more climate friendly.Then, a panel including Tom Chapman with the Organic Trade Association, Jacqlyn Schneider with FGS Global and James Glueck with the Torrey Advisory Group discuss the upcoming farm bill and USDA's recent organic action.Want to receive Newsmakers in your inbox every week? Sign up! http://eepurl.com/hTgSAD 

#085: A 2019 debate between ROP's Dave Chapman and Jo Mirenda of the Organic Trade Association, moderated by Jack Kittredge, longtime editor of The Natural Farmer. Hydroponics, the allowance of glyphosate under plastic weed mats on instant-organic berry farms, and confined animal feeding operations are all discussed, along with proposed solutions such as a continuous improvement clause.Dave Chapman is the co-founder of Real Organic Project, a founding member of Vermont Organic Farmers, and the owner of Longwind Farm in Thetford, Vermont. Jo (Johanna) Mirenda is the Farm Policy Director at the Organic Trade Association, where she serves as lead technical expert on issues related to crop and livestock materials and standards. Previously, she served as Technical Director for the Organic Materials Review Institute (OMRI).To watch a video version of this podcast with access to the full transcript and links relevant to our conversation, please visit:https://www.realorganicproject.org/ROP-debates-the-organic-trade-association-episode-eighty-fiveThe Real Organic Podcast is hosted by Dave Chapman and Linley Dixon, engineered by Brandon StCyr, and edited and produced by Jenny Prince.The Real Organic Project is a farmer-led movement working towards certifying 1,000 farms across the United States this year. Our add-on food label distinguishes soil-grown fruits and vegetables from hydroponically-raised produce, and pasture-raised meat, milk, and eggs from products harvested from animals in horrific confinement (CAFOs - confined animal feeding operations).To find a Real Organic farm near you, please visit:https://www.realorganicproject.org/farmsWe believe that the organic standards, with their focus on soil health, biodiversity, and animal welfare were written as they should be, but that the current lack of enforcement of those standards is jeopardizing the ability for small farms who adhere to the law to stay in business. The lack of enforcement is also jeopardizing the overall health of the customers who support the organic movement; customers who are not getting what they pay for at market but still paying a premium price. And the lack of enforcement is jeopardizing the very cycles (water, air, nutrients) that Earth relies upon to provide us all with a place to live, by pushing extractive, chemical agriculture to the forefront.If you like what you hear and are feeling inspired, we would love for you to join our movement by becoming one of our 1,000  Real Friends:https://www.realorganicproject.org/real-organic-friends/To read our weekly newsletter (which might just be the most forwarded newsletter on the internet!) and get firsthand news about what's happening with organic food, farming and policy, please subscribe here:https://www.realorganicproject.org/email/'s

“Let's start where we are and do what we can with what we have.” Wow! Stephanie Jerger of the OTA hits the nail on the head as she chats with Todd about what we can do to promote diversity, entrepreneurship, and inclusion.  Organic has a champion! Stephanie is creating tools and techniques to support all of us at the intersection of diversity and entrepreneurship in ag. It means coming alongside, listening, and answering the call to support and mentor underserved and underrepresented populations. Get involved! Learn more at http://ota.com/diversity (ota.com/diversity).

Today, we hear from Laura McCord, the Executive Sustainability Director for KeHE.Laura combines her lifelong passion for the outdoors and nature with her career in grocery and natural products distribution to lead the way in corporate sustainability. She is passionate about conservation and building business practices that reflect and uphold these values.Laura discusses the nuances between the organic movement and the emerging regenerative movement and how we see opportunities to make a bigger impact on reducing chemicals in our food system and building healthier soils. We also explore how categories emerge in the grocery industry. We explore the process of educating both consumers and retailers and how the success of early movers in new categories ultimately depends on brand positioning, quality, pricing, and marketing.We will also learn about KeHE's new ECOtrade program and the initiatives they are creating in their organization and with their partners. ECOtrade is a new climate initiative that includes four main climate action commitment areas: transportation, energy, waste, and refrigerants. Laura also tells us about CAREtrade.Laura believes in consumers as a powerful force both in the marketplace and in creating positive change in the world.If you are interested in hearing about how distributors and the natural products industry is thinking about important issues in today's food system, then this will be a great opportunity to learn more.To learn more or get in touch with Laura, please see the links below.Links:https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-mccord-903ab858/ https://www.kehe.com/ecotrade/ https://www.kehe.com/caretrade/ 

Together with his wife Sandra Belin, Larry Jacobs founded Jacobs Farm, a successful northern California organic farming operation specializing in fresh culinary herbs in 1980. In 1986, they launched Del Cabo, a collective with a unique vision for social change and sustainability. Sandra and Larry were awarded the prestigious Organic Trade Association's (OTA) 2007 Organic Farming Leadership Award for “innovation in organic farming practices, their extensive work to educate farmers on organic conversion, and for being pioneers in their fields”. Tune in to learn more about: The story on how Larry and Sandra started their organic farm; The epiphany that sparked Del Cabo; The increase in pests in Baja California, the challenges they pose to organic farmers, and the solutions that are being sought to mitigate them; About the ClimateLab, which preserves farmers' livelihoods and the future of organic produce in the face of global climate change; His hope for young people coming back to the land and changing the food system. To learn more about Larry and Jacobs Farm go to https://www.jacobsfarmdelcabo.com. 

What is soil heath? Why is it important? And how can it be improved? Tune in to the latest episode of This is U.S. Sustainability to find out. We speak to Professor Michelle Wander, a soil scientist at the University of Illinois whose entire career has been dedicated to understanding soil stewardship, and we hear from two award-winning farmers: Cotton farmer Barry Evans, Field to Market's Farmer of the Year A third-generation cotton grower in the Texas panhandle, the heart of America's historic Dust Bowl, Barry has experienced the dangers of blowing topsoil first hand. He shares his resilient approach to dryland farming and how he rises to the dual challenges of water and wind erosion of his soil. Organic farmer Amy Bruch, The Organic Trade Association's Organic Farmer of the Year A follower of the Albrecht Kinsey principles of soil fertility, Amy is credited with evolving her family operation in York County, Nebraska into one of the most cutting-edge organic farms in the country. She talks to us about intentional soil balancing and how, by feeding the soil, she's feeding the plants and achieving optimal yields.  

While USDA-certified organic food still accounts for a small fraction of total U.S. food sales, it's now big business. In 2020, data from the Organic Trade Association showed sales of organic food rose at a record rate to a new high of $56.4 billion, and as the industry has become more lucrative, fraud and cheating have increased. The Cornucopia Institute is a non-profit watchdog organization that has been working to hold companies and the USDA accountable to organic's original ideals around soil health, animal welfare, and more. In this episode, host Lisa Held speaks with executive director Melody Morrell about the organization's organic scorecards, a new Living Soil campaign, and what's happening at the USDA right now to close loopholes and strengthen the standards.Correction: In this episode, Melody Morrell's statement that 25 operations produce 75% of the organic milk in the country is false. The correct statistic is: 22 operations produce 25% of the organic milk in the country.Photo Courtesy of Cornucopia Institute.Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support The Farm Report by becoming a member!The Farm Report is Powered by Simplecast.

EPA pledges to fight PFAS chemical contamination, crop inputs are on the rise, and the Organic Trade Association is looking for a new leader. That and more in today's DriveTime.

The organic foods industry is one of the fastest growing agricultural segments in the United States.  According to the Organic Trade Association, U.S. organic sales reached $61.9 billion in 2020, a jump of more than 12% over the previous year.  Organic food has many benefits.  Organic food is free of antibiotics, growth hormones, and GMOs, […]

Organics Unpacked Episode #19: Interview with Israel Morales, Executive Director of Sustainable Operations at JV Farms Organic We welcome award-winning organic farmer Israel Morales for an in-depth discussion of organic agriculture, including transitioning conventional farms and educating the next generation of growers. Based in the Salinas Valley of California, Israel has over 40 years of farming experience and was recently named Organic Farmer of the Year by the Organic Trade Association. He currently serves as Executive Director of Sustainable Operations at JV Farms Organic. Learn more about Avé Organics: www.aveorganics.com Learn more about JV Farms Organic: www.jvsmithcompanies.com/jv-farms-organic #organicfarming

#022: Arran Stephens is the chair and co-founder of Nature's Path, one of the few big brands who were present at the onset of the modern  organic movement and remain true to the spirit and letter of the organic law. Having served on many industry boards, including the Organic Trade Association and the Non-GMO Project, Arran's long-held view is that we need  to stay wary of profit-motivated players and foster the growth of more activism-centered businesses.  Arran Stephens has been involved in the organic movement since the late 1960s and founded Nature's Path with his wife Ratana in 1985. They are now North America's biggest certified organic breakfast foods company. He served on the board of Organic Merchants in the early 70s, was on the board of the OTA during the creation of the USDA's National Organic Program, was a founding board member of the Non-GMO Project (which he later parted ways with), and has also served on the board of the Rodale Institute. He is outspoken about his role as an activist and the importance of that behavior to his family's business and the organic movement.  To watch a video version of this podcast please visit:https://www.realorganicproject.org/arran-stephens-fighting-lobbysits-who-dilute-organic-episode-twenty-twoThe Real Organic Podcast is hosted by Dave Chapman and Linley Dixon, engineered by Brandon StCyr, and edited and produced by Jenny Prince.The Real Organic Project is a farmer-led movement working towards certifying 1,000 farms across the United States this year. Our add-on food label distinguishes soil-grown fruits and vegetables from hydroponically-raised produce. It also identifies pasture-raised meat, milk, and eggs as compared to products harvested from animals in horrific confinement (CAFOs - confined animal feeding operations).To find a Real Organic farm near you, please visit:https://www.realorganicproject.org/farmsWe believe that the organic standards, with their focus on soil health, biodiversity, and animal welfare were written as they should be. But the current lack of enforcement of those standards is jeopardizing small farms that follow the law. The lack of enforcement is also jeopardizing the overall health of the customers who support the organic movement; customers who are not getting what they pay for at market but are still paying a premium price. The lack of enforcement is jeopardizing the very cycles (water, air, nutrients) that Earth relies upon to provide us all with a place to live, by pushing extractive, chemical agriculture to the forefront.If you like what you hear and are feeling inspired, we would love for you to join our movement by becoming one of our 1,000  Real Fans!https://www.realorganicproject.org/1000-real-fans/To read our weekly newsletter (which might just be the most forwarded newsletter on the internet!) and get firsthand news about what's happening with organic food, farming and policy, please subscribe here:https://www.realorganicproject.org/email/

Over the last two weeks of September, members of the Organic Trade Association met virtually with 30 legislators on both sides of the aisle from 19 states to advocate for policies that they say will help all farmers mitigate and adapt to climate change, which the trade group characterizes as an “existential threat to our world.”

Today on “Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg,” Dani interviews Jeff Huckaby, President of Grimmway Farms and recently awarded Organic Farmer of the Year, and Laura Batcha, CEO and Executive Director of the Organic Trade Association. They discuss the growth and importance of organic farming in creating sustainable food systems. While you’re listening, subscribe, rate, and review the show; it would mean the world to us to have your feedback. You can listen to “Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg” wherever you consume your podcasts.

  The unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic this year -- and its enormous impact on our everyday lives – has already had dramatic consequences for the organic sector in 2020. As shoppers search for healthy, clean food to feed their at-home families, organic food is proving to be the food of choice for home. “Our normal lives have been brought to a screeching halt by the coronavirus" says the CEO of the Organic Trade Association, Laura Batcha. Laura joins Farm To Table Talk having just wrapped up the first ever virtual annual meeting of the Association. The over 650 members connected by Zoom were assured that consumer's commitment to the Organic label has always resided at the intersection of health and safety, and is expected  to strengthen as the public gets through these unsettled times. www.ota.com

Jeff Huckaby, President of Grimmway Farms and Organic Trade Association’s 2020 Organic Farmer of the Year joins Walter Robb to discuss soil health and organic farming at scale, food security and managing complex farm operations throughout a global pandemic, and touch on the future of farming and agriculture in America.

Fred Haberman is a social entrepreneur, an agent for change in the good-food movement, and the CEO of the mission-driven marketing agency, Haberman, a full-service marketing firm. In the last 25 years he and his agency have helped bring organic food into the mainstream, spurring the growth of brands like Annie's, Organic Valley and Earthbound Farm, and supporting the work of the Organic Trade Association, National Cooperative Grocers Association, and the McKnight Foundation's food-security programs. As one of the co-founders of Urban Organics, a USDA-certified-organic aquaponics farm that uses just two percent of the water used in traditional agriculture, Fred's on the leading edge of a movement for more sustainable agriculture.  Speaking of movements, Fred's started a few from scratch, namely the U.S. Pond Hockey Championships and employer-sponsored gardens, as well as his latest venture, Freak Flag Organics, a USDA Certified Organic food company that produces densely packed condiments, pestos and soups with globally-inspired flavors. This is one of our favorite conversations thus far on the podcast. We know that you will be blown away and inspired by today's episode with Fred.  Our discussion goes deeper than his noteworthy credentials.  We dive into Fred's background and how his role models and experiences have shaped his social and entrepreneurial endeavors and how he's passionate about making a difference in the world.    Fred talks about the power of human interaction and why we should all incorporate more of of this into our lives. Fred shares how you can unlock your creativity in the kitchen, which is what has inspired his new line of organic sauces and condiments. Fred is a strong believer of having someone to talk to, the power of therapy and taking care of yourself through a gratitude practice, meditation, movement and eating well. You'll learn how to step into your passion and be yourself.  You can find Fred on: IG: @freakflagorganics FB: @freakflagorganics https://modernstorytellers.com You can find Freak Flag Organics condiments in Minneapolis at Lunds & Byerlys, local co-ops and www.freakflagorganics.com We'd love to hear from you how this episode has sparked you to pursue your passion and ignite your intellectual curiosity. Jump on over to IG and share in your stories and tag #theartoflivingwellpodcast. Special Offer Take advantage of our special offer with Healing Elements (new clients only). Address: 2290 Como Avenue  St. Paul, MN 55108 Sign up for One FREE Week of Unlimited Classes! Reserve your week online or in store with the promotional code "AOLW" Note: Week unlimited begins on the date of purchase.   Enjoy $15 off your first 60 or 90 minute Massage or Reiki service using code "AOLW15" book online and note the promo code when scheduling or call to book 651-348-6216. Reminder: Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast so that you can uncover strategies, tips and resources from a variety of experts and our own banks of knowledge as you progress on your journey to living well.  Please share this podcast with a friend or anyone who you think could benefit from this information. Join our private Art of Living Well Podcast Facebook Community: This is a community where you can directly interact with us and ask us questions and suggest topics for future episodes. Upcoming Art of Living Well Programs: 7 Day Community Functional Medicine Liver Detox - April 5, 2020 Start date Clean Beauty 101 Online Workshop - April 15th, 12-1:15 PM Shop our Favorite Products:   https://www.theartoflivingwell.us/products Instagram: @theartofliving_well FB: https://www.facebook.com/theartoflivingwellpodcast/ Sign-up for our Art of Living Well Podcast email list. (We promise not to bombard you with email). Marnie Dachis Marmet's Website (Zenful Life Coaching) Stephanie May Potter's Website

Our guest today is Bob Quinn, organic farmer, author, scientist, and food researcher. This conversation is a deeply insightful discussion about ancient grains, food systems, and the rural communities that produce our food. We talk about the food itself, how its grown, processed and distributed. The factors which determine the quality of our food and some of the little-known research Bob and his team have done around wheat and gluten sensitivity. He reveals discoveries he’s made about ancient grains, wheat in particular and gluten sensitivity by applying rigorous science and a persistent determination to find the cause of one of America's most mysterious food issues. Bob didn’t start out to be food researcher, rather he sort of backed into, but like the other things he’s done in his life he jumped in with both feet and did the best he could. That attitude along with a great deal of perseverance and determination to understand the truth, uncovered previously unknown linkages to the gluten sensitivity issue and left a trail of over 30 peer-reviewed research papers on the subject of his trademarked ancient grain KAMUT® and gluten sensitivity. The conclusion of his research efforts is a 4-point program of addressing gluten sensitivity which has proven to be over 95% effective. He explains his discovery in detail in our conversation. However, Bob considers himself first and foremost an organic farmer. He farms in one of the more challenging environments in the United States, the dry northern plains of Montana. He’s a third-generation farmer, but the first to be certified organic. In fact, this year they will celebrate the 100th anniversary of their grandfather's founding of their family farm in Big Sandy, Montana. There are a few things that I find interesting about Bob’s story, first, he’s not just an organic farmer, but he is also a scientist. He holds several degrees, but the most relevant and significant is a PhD in plant biochemistry from UC Davis, one of the most prestigious ag universities in the US. This broad-spectrum background gives him a perspective that is extremely rare and insightful.This is probably one of the things I appreciate most about Bob’s work. He reflected in his recently released book, Grain by Grain: “As I furthered my studies, I came to a deep appreciation for the magnificent order of the universe and the interrelations that characterized living systems. I found it quite inspiring to see how everything was tied to everything else.”What I’m most excited about this conversation is the fact that it is a real-world, practical application of the Universal Principle, that everything is connected and we are all One. And if we are going to survive as a species on this fragile planet, we must act decisively and with courage, in a spirit of cooperation, collaboration, and mutual respect for everyone and everything that lives here with us. The late visionary, R. Buckminster Fuller stated it very succinctly when he said, “We are not going to be able to operate our Spaceship Earth successfully nor for much longer unless we see it as a whole spaceship and our fate as common. It has to be everybody or nobody.” This has been the spirit of Bob’s work since the beginning, and it is one of the reasons he has been so widely recognized. He was the 2007 recipient of the Montana Organic Association Lifetime of Service Award. He was awarded the “2010 Organic Leadership Award” by the Organic Trade Association, and in 2013 he was the recipient of Rodale Institute’s Organic Pioneer Award.His initial efforts to further organic agriculture were to help form Montana’s first Organic Crop Improvement Association (OCIA) chapter in 1987 where he served as its first president, as well as serving on its International Board of Directors, receiving its outstanding member award in 1991. He a

In this podcast, Jeff Schahczenski, agricultural and natural resource specialist with NCAT, has a conversation with Marty Mesh of Mesh and Associates of Gainesville, Florida about the current and future development of organic production in the South.While certified organic farming and ranching has been expanding nationwide, its growth in the southern United States has been much slower. In this episode, Jeff and Marty explore many reasons for this slower growth. Marty Mesh is a leader in organic agriculture in the south and nationwide. A pioneer, visionary, and expert in organic agriculture and food systems, Marty began organic production in 1972. Four years later, he helped found the Bellevue Gardens Organic Farm, which made its reputation by growing and selling much-beloved and sought after organic watermelons nationwide. In 1987 he co-founded Florida Organic Growers and Quality Certification Services in Gainesville, Florida and served as its Executive Director for over 30 years. In 2004, Marty was named one of the twenty "Most Influential People Developing the Organic Industry," and in 2014 the Organic Trade Association awarded him the "Growing the Organic Industry" Award.Marty has helped start, and has served on, Boards of many organizations, including: the Organic Certifiers Council (OCC), Southern Sustainable Agriculture Working Group (SSAWG), Accredited Certifiers Association (ACA), Organic Trade Association (OTA), Organic Materials Review Institute (OMRI), National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC), Agricultural Justice Project (AJP), The Organic Center (TOC), and many others. Most recently, Marty has worked with Farm Aid connecting farmers around the country with legal, financial, and mental health resources, as well as, with the National Center for Appropriate Technology (NCAT) on a project researching the question, "Is Organic Farming Risky?"Now, Mesh and Associates, LLC continues the work Marty has been committed to for well over 40 years. The diverse team collaborates on a variety of efforts that include national organic research initiatives and local community food projects, always with a focus on increasing opportunities for organic agriculture and farmers and creating socially just food and agricultural systems. For more information on this topic, you can contact Jeff Schahczenski directly at jeffs@ncat.org. ATTRA Resources: Farmscaping to Enhance Biological Control Guide for Organic Crop Producers Cover Crop Options for Hot and Humid Areas Cover Crop (340) in Organic Systems Nutrient Management Plan (590) for Organic Systems Organic Crop Production Overview Tip Sheet: Crop Rotation in Organic Farming Systems Companion Planting and Botanical Pesticides: Concepts and Resources Please call ATTRA with any and all of your sustainable agriculture questions at 1-800-346-9140 or e-mail us at askanag@ncat.org. Our two dozen specialists can help you with a vast array of topics, everything from farm planning to pest management, from produce to livestock, and soils to aquaculture. You can get in touch with NCAT/ATTRA specialists and find our other extensive, and free, sustainable-agriculture publications, webinars, videos, and other resources at NCAT/ATTRA's website. You also can stay in touch with NCAT at its Facebook page. Keep up with NCAT/ATTRA's SIFT farm at its website. Also check out NCAT's Regional Offices' websites and Facebook Pages! Southwest Regional Office: Website / Facebook Western Regional Office: Website / Facebook Rocky Mountain West Regional Office: Facebook Gulf States Regional Office: Website / Facebook Southeast Regional Office: Website / Facebook Northeast Regional Office: Website / Facebook

In this podcast, Jeff Schahczenski, agricultural and natural resource specialist with NCAT, has a conversation with Marty Mesh of Mesh and Associates of Gainesville, Florida about the current and future development of organic production in the South.While certified organic farming and ranching has been expanding nationwide, its growth in the southern United States has been much slower. In this episode, Jeff and Marty explore many reasons for this slower growth.Marty Mesh is a leader in organic agriculture in the south and nationwide. A pioneer, visionary, and expert in organic agriculture and food systems, Marty began organic production in 1972. Four years later, he helped found the Bellevue Gardens Organic Farm, which made its reputation by growing and selling much-beloved and sought after organic watermelons nationwide. In 1987 he co-founded Florida Organic Growers and Quality Certification Services in Gainesville, Florida and served as its Executive Director for over 30 years. In 2004, Marty was named one of the twenty "Most Influential People Developing the Organic Industry," and in 2014 the Organic Trade Association awarded him the "Growing the Organic Industry" Award.Marty has helped start, and has served on, Boards of many organizations, including: the Organic Certifiers Council (OCC), Southern Sustainable Agriculture Working Group (SSAWG), Accredited Certifiers Association (ACA), Organic Trade Association (OTA), Organic Materials Review Institute (OMRI), National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC), Agricultural Justice Project (AJP), The Organic Center (TOC), and many others. Most recently, Marty has worked with Farm Aid connecting farmers around the country with legal, financial, and mental health resources, as well as, with the National Center for Appropriate Technology (NCAT) on a project researching the question, "Is Organic Farming Risky?"Now, Mesh and Associates, LLC continues the work Marty has been committed to for well over 40 years. The diverse team collaborates on a variety of efforts that include national organic research initiatives and local community food projects, always with a focus on increasing opportunities for organic agriculture and farmers and creating socially just food and agricultural systems.For more information on this topic, you can contact Jeff Schahczenski directly at jeffs@ncat.org.ATTRA Resources:Farmscaping to Enhance Biological ControlGuide for Organic Crop ProducersCover Crop Options for Hot and Humid AreasCover Crop (340) in Organic SystemsNutrient Management Plan (590) for Organic SystemsOrganic Crop Production OverviewTip Sheet: Crop Rotation in Organic Farming SystemsCompanion Planting and Botanical Pesticides: Concepts and Resources Please call ATTRA with any and all of your sustainable agriculture questions at 1-800-346-9140 or e-mail us at askanag@ncat.org. Our two dozen specialists can help you with a vast array of topics, everything from farm planning to pest management, from produce to livestock, and soils to aquaculture.You can get in touch with NCAT/ATTRA specialists and find our other extensive, and free, sustainable-agriculture publications, webinars, vide

Members of the Organic Trade Association converged in Washington, DC, last week to celebrate the segment’s continuous improvement, and to brainstorm with each other and legislators potential solutions to ongoing challenges facing the industry.

Members of the Organic Trade Association converged in Washington, DC, last week to celebrate the segment’s continuous improvement, and to brainstorm with each other and legislators potential solutions to ongoing challenges facing the industry.

Marci Zaroff coined the term “ECOfashion” in 1995 and is an internationally recognized ECOlifestyle expert, educator, innovator and serial ecopreneur. Founder/CEO of leading sustainable fashion manufacturer MetaWear, Founder of lifestyle brands Farm to Home andUnder the Canopy, Executive Producer of “THREAD Documentary | Driving Fashion Forward,” and Co-Founder of Good Catch, BeyondBrands and The Institute for Integrative Nutrition, Marci has been instrumental in driving authenticity, environmental leadership & social justice worldwide for nearly three decades. Marci 's first book, "ECOrenaissance: Co-Creating A Stylish, Sexy and Sustainable World," launched fall 2018 (Simon & Schuster). Board Member of the Organic Trade Association, Textile Exchange, Fashion Revolution and Cradle to Cradle's "Fashion Positive", Zaroff was a key figure in the development of the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) and first Fair Trade Textile Certification with Fair Trade USA. Marci has received countless recognitions—including Retail Touchpoint's "Retail Innovator Award," New York Moves “Power Woman Award," Fashion Group International's "Rising Star Award" and the Natural Product Industry’s “Socially Responsible Business Award.” Marci is featured in the book “ECO AMAZONS: 20 Women Who Are Transforming the World” and is a Henry Crown Fellow of The Aspen Institute. Connect with Marci: https://www.marcizaroff.com/  https://www.facebook.com/marcizaroff/  https://www.instagram.com/marcizaroff     For more info on the host, visit, www.marianbacoluba.com and follow Marian on Instagram @mbacoluba. Enjoy the show and please don’t forget to RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE! I would absolutely love to help you step into your power and gain the clarity and confidence about your life and business! My gift to all of you is a 30 min Thriver Clarity Call. Schedule here: https://calendly.com/mbacoluba/30min-thrivercall  Take a screen shot of your review and DM it to me on Instagram @mbacoluba or email it to me at podcast@marianbacoluba.com and I will give you a complimentary oracle card reading.

One of the pleasures of producing this show and being involved in farming is to get to see people that bring a passion to their work of choice, to not only the agrarian work but the ideals that make Regenerative and sustainable labels mean something. Our guest today is such an individual, Nate Powell-Palm from Cold Springs Organics, raising Organic beef and grains on his diversified operation in Bozeman Montana, and is additionally an Organic Inspector. Today we’ll be talking to Nate about what first interested him in agriculture at an early age, nuances to raising Organic wheat, the privilege of being an Organic inspector, marketing your whole crop rotation and much more. Show Notes Nate farms outside of Bozeman MT, raising a diversified Organic grain rotation along with Certified Organic beef cattle. The major difference between raising Organic Wheat rather than conventional is the lack of spraying chemicals and fertilizer. A primary component to raising quality grains on Nate’s operation is his robust Crop Rotation. Utilizing his full Crop Rotation, besides feeding alfalfa hay to his cattle, Nate works with Annie’s and the Organic Trade Association to market his full Crop Rotation. With an early start in agriculture, Nate was involved in 4H, raising a steer at age 9. Nate’s second Organic inspection was from Margaret Scoles, who encouraged him to become an inspector. As an Inspector, Nate balances it by prioritizing his farm because the farming is less forgiving. Organic Agriculture and food has a large potential in the market place with 1% of farm land Certified Organic and 5% of the Food Market share. Connect With Nate https://instagram.com/powellpalm_organics Connect With The Podcast https://intellectualagrarian.com https://www.instagram.com/intellectual.agrarian https://www.facebook.com/intellectualagrarian

When you look at an Organic label, you may not know that someone had to visit the operation that made that product or raised that food. These humble people are the Organic Inspectors, and today we’ll be talking to Margaret Scoles executive director of the International Organic Inspectors association. She has been an Organic inspector for over thirty years and has recently been awarded the 2018 Growing Organic Industry award by the Organic Trade Association. Show Notes: Margaret worked her way through college as a plant breeder It was in 1988 that Margaret became an Organic Inspector, has celebrated her 30th anniversary inspecting! When Margaret was 12, her Aunt passed along copies of the Rodale Farming Magazine Her inspection work started with an add in a newspaper An Organic Inspector does not make decisions for Certifications, they only report observations to the Certification Agency who makes decisions While you gain numerous observations though walking through the farm, some of the most useful information comes from talking to the farmer The International Organic Inspectors Association is a educational non-profit and membership organization that trains Organic Inspectors around the world IOIA has members in 12 different countries There are a few variations from country to country, for example Japan doesn’t have Organic Standards for Livestock, and the US Certifies Hydroponics Margaret was a founding board member of IOIA The organization started at a mandatory meeting for inspectors, and several of them got together and formed a steering community for what would become IOIA The USDA Organic Program helped provide a consistent standard at a time when there were many various standards   Links: http://ioia.net Our Links! https://intellectualagrarian.com https://www.facebook.com/intellectualagrarian https://www.instagram.com/intellectual.agrarian    

Sales of organic food have been growing fast and show no signs of slowing down. But what do consumers think they’re buying? In this episode of NET’s “On The Table,” we look at what organic means and how the 2018 farm bill could change the course of the industry.Show notes:FERN, The Food and Environment Reporting Network:https://thefern.org/Barry Yeoman:http://barryyeoman.com/Organic sales trends from the Organic Trade Association:https://ota.com/resources/organic-industry-surveyMusic by Blue Dot Sessions:http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/

This episode's FREE download Your brand's selling story is the cornerstone of all effective business building strategies. Learn How To Get Your Brand On The Shelf and What Retailers REALLY Want.  This Is Your Roadmap To Success.  CLICK HERE TO GAIN INSTANT ACCESS TO MY FREE TURNKEY SALES STORY STRATEGIES COURSE Behind every mission is a champion working tirelessly fighting the good fight on behalf of us all. A true champion unites us in a common goal. Healthy food, clean air and water are the pillars of a quality life. Natural brands work to amplify the message. Today’s story’s is about someone who made a lasting change, someone that’s been working her entire life to make a difference, a real difference. Unfortunately, I think too many people take for granted the air we breathe, the water we drink, the planet that we live on. One of the things that makes natural natural are the committed brands, retailers and shoppers who go out of their way to support a community, to give back, to do more, and to be more. Today’s story is about a champion who united us on so many important fronts, who gave us a strong united voice, who is instrumental in developing the platforms that we now stand behind. Like the Organic Trade Association, the Sustainable Food Trade Association, Climate Collaborative, and many other important initiatives. Here's Katherine DiMatteo of Sustainable Food Trade Association Climate Collaborative Organic Trade Association Download the show notes:  brandsecretsandstrategies.com/session55

Arran Stephens, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Nature’s Path Foods Inc.Entrepreneur, artist, writer, ecology advocate, gardener, volunteer and meditation practitioner, Arran Stephens has passionately followed the beat of a distant drummer for seven decades. Born and raised on his family’s farm on Vancouver Island, Arran learned a valuable lesson from his dad: “Always leave the soil better than you found it.” Leaving the Earth better became Arran’s driving ethos – from opening a successful vegetarian restaurant in 1967 to providing wholesome food in what was then a real food desert by creating Lifestream, Canada’s first natural foods supermarket (1971-1981). Arran and Ratana, his wife and partner of 45 years, share a profound commitment to organic agriculture, people and health. Together, from humble roots, they established Nature’s Path Foods in 1985, built on a foundation of social responsibility, sustainability and financial viability.Overcoming the odds, Nature’s Path has blossomed to become North America’s largest organic breakfast foods company with plant operations in Delta BC, Blaine, WA and Sussex WI. In 2012 Arran welcomed Que Pasa Mexican Foods and their delicious stone-ground, organic tortilla chips and salsas into the Nature’s Path family. Despite an age of consolidation and sell-outs, Nature’s Path remains proudly independent, with the next generation of son, daughter and other team leaders in place and to carry on the founders’ passion and mission. "No part of Nature's Path is for sale," is a frequent mantra.Arran served on the Organic Trade Association board during the development of the USDA Organic Rule, was a founding member of the Non-GMO Project and has been an avid supporter of federal and state-level mandatory GMO labeling initiatives. He has been a recipient of many industry awards and accolades including Ernst & Young’s 2002 Entrepreneur of the Year, the Schumacher Sustainability Award, the OTA 2013 Organic Leadership Award for Growing the Organic industry, in addition to being inducted into the New Hope and CHFA Halls of Legends.When not digging in his large organic garden, or the office, Arran lives to educate and bring about positive change through the written word. Published works include Journey to the Luminous (Elton-Wolf, 1999), Moth & the Flame and The Compassionate Diet—How What You Eat Can Change Your Life and Save the Planet, (Rodale Books, 2011).

Fred Haberman is an agent for change in the good-food movement. He’s the co-founder and CEO of Haberman, an agency that, in the last 20 years, has helped bring organic food into the mainstream, spurring the growth of brands like Earthbound Farm, Annie’s, Organic Valley and Traditional Medicinals. His agency fuels progress toward a better food system by supporting the work of pioneers such as the Organic Trade Association and National Cooperative Grocers Association, along with the McKnight Foundation’s Collaborative Crop Research Program (CCRP), a grants program that seeks to increase food security for people in developing countries. Fred is also the co-founder of Urban Organics, one of the first USDA-certified-organic aquaponics facilities in the country. A model for a new kind of sustainable farming, UO has been profiled nationally and internationally by Newsweek, FastCo and The Guardian. As a board member of Milwaukee’s Herzfeld Foundation, Fred has supported the vision of food activist Will Allen and the Milwaukee Public Market. He’s also served as co-producer of a PBS series about urban agriculture across America — “Food Forward,” which began airing in the fall of 2014, and he co-created Frog TV, which aims to nurture the conversation about the need to change our food system.

Marci Zaroff coined the term “ECOfashion” and is an internationally recognized ECOlifestyle entrepreneur, educator, innovator and expert. Founder of both Under the Canopy and Metawear, Executive Producer of “THREAD Documentary | Driving Fashion Forward,” and Co-Founder of BeyondBrands, The Institute for Integrative Nutrition and I AM Enlightened Creations, Marci has been instrumental in driving authenticity, environmental leadership & social justice worldwide for over 25 years. Board Member of the Organic Trade Association, Textile Exchange, Turning Green and Cradle to Cradle's "Fashion Positive", Zaroff was a key figure in the development of the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) and first Fair Trade Textile Certification. Marci has received countless recognitions — including Retail Touchpoint's "Retail Innovator Award," New York Moves “Power Women Award," Fashion Group International's "Rising Star Award" and the Natural Product Industry’s “Socially Responsible Business Award”. Marci is featured in the book “ECO AMAZONS: 20 Women Who Are Transforming the World” and is a Royal Society of the Arts (RSA) Fellow and a Henry Crown Fellow of The Aspen Institute.

Guest Laura Batcha, CEO and Executive Director of the Organic Trade Association, defines organic, busts myths, and explains the unique benefits of organic farming and food productionOrganic Trade Association

The Organic Trade Association has petitioned USDA for a checkoff program for organic after more than 5,000 organic farms and businesses weighed in on the proposal and supported it 2 to 1. Click here for the full story.  Subscribe to this podcast in iTunes or your favorite RSS reader.

Laura Batcha is CEO and Executive Director of the Organic Trade Association which is meeting in Washington, D.C. this week.Organic appears to be going mainstream. USDA certification of organic production has allowed the word "Organic" to become one of the three top trademark words for foods. Wal-mart is planning to expand sales of organic products in its stores in the United States.Batcha speaks of the challenges of growth while maintaining standards and developing an organic "checkoff" that will do as much, or more, than other checkoff programs for commodities. SELECT NOW FOR DAILY AUDIOLaura Batcha

  CHAT AND LISTEN AT WWW.FREEDOMIZERRADIO.COM Call in and join us - 347.324.3704       Brother Gregory brings you "The Sabbath Hour"  KEYS TO THE KINGDOM - The Sabbath Hour is dedicated to revealing the truth of what Christ, Abraham and Moses were really doing to free the people from the very bondage you are discovering in the "world" today. Brother Gregory has written a numerous books that blend the truth about law, history and the Bible in a way that will open your eyes to real solutions.   CthePower in YOU Today's special guest is Nancy Lee Bentley ; Wholistic Health Expert, speaker, author, mentor, long time sustainable food and health activist, author of Truly Cultured and Dr. Mercola's Total Health Program, who's  done just about everything possible with food, from  developing natural and organic food products, food community, and the Organic Trade Association,  to developing wheat-free recipes for celebrities like Cher, teaching Master Card chefs and baking Prince's purple-flowered birthday cake.    www.wholisticHealthexpert.com   

  CHAT AND LISTEN AT WWW.FREEDOMIZERRADIO.COM Call in and join us - 347.324.3704       Brother Gregory brings you "The Sabbath Hour"  KEYS TO THE KINGDOM - The Sabbath Hour is dedicated to revealing the truth of what Christ, Abraham and Moses were really doing to free the people from the very bondage you are discovering in the "world" today. Brother Gregory has written a numerous books that blend the truth about law, history and the Bible in a way that will open your eyes to real solutions.   CthePower in YOU Update "On the Road with Profit Organics"  and ....  Today's special guest is Nancy Lee Bentley ; Wholistic Health Expert, speaker, author, mentor, long time sustainable food and health activist, author of Truly Cultured and Dr. Mercola's Total Health Program, who's  done just about everything possible with food, from  developing natural and organic food products, food community, and the Organic Trade Association,  to developing wheat-free recipes for celebrities like Cher, teaching Master Card chefs and baking Prince's purple-flowered birthday cake.    www.wholisticHealthexpert.com     

Kayla Fioravanti, Chief Formulator, who is a registered aromatherapist and an Organic Trade Association member from Essential Wholesale Labs talks about how you can make many of the things you buy at home.