Origin of Livestock Regulation Update
The Origin of Livestock (OOL) Final Rule was effective on June 6, 2022 as published in the Federal Register. The implementation date of this new portion of the regulation (NOP …...
Mexico & Canada Equivalency Agreement
The Canada-Mexico Organic Equivalency Arrangement came into effect on February 15, 2023. It will allow products certified under the Canada Organic Regime or the Mexican organic system to be sold...
2022 Conservation Education Recap
Oregon Tilth’s 13-year contribution agreement with the USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has led to more conservation assistance for organic producers. Since 2010,...
2022 Advocacy Recap
2022 was a busy and rewarding year for organic! Through HB5202, the Oregon Legislature declared organic an emerging sector and appropriated funds for an economic assessment. We’re...
2022 Board Election Results
Our membership is made up of the most committed farmers, processors, changemakers, leaders, advocates, and practitioners. Your participation in our 2022 board elections is greatly appreciated and...
New Policy Updates for Global Organic Textile (GOTS)
GOTS Newsletter: We recommend you sign up for the GOTS Newsletter to be notified of current information from GOTS. Click here to visit the GOTS website and fill out the …...
USDA’s Transition to Organic Partnership Program
The USDA’s investment in organic transition is a milestone in the arc of this work. The Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP) will ensure everyone has a seat at the …...
Deschutes Canyon Garlic: the Long Road to Farming in Oregon’s High Desert
In mid-July, Deschutes Canyon Garlic owners Jon Sattler and Gia Matzinger can be found hanging garlic in their barn. The barn overlooks a small canyon and a scattering of fields …...
Oregon Tilth Submits Comments to the NOSB
Oregon Tilth is grateful for the opportunity to provide comments to the National Organic Standards Board (NOSB). We appreciate the work of the NOSB and its subcommittees and are grateful …...