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NOSB Comments Fall 2021
The National Organic Standards Board (NOSB) meets twice a year to take public comments, discuss pressing issues, and vote on recommendations to the Secretary of Agriculture. Oregon Tilth respectfully...
Strengthening Organic Enforcement Proposed Rule Comments
Oregon Tilth believes SOE will help grow the sector while growing an unshakeable trust among organic supply chain participants. Without question, closing loopholes, creating unity among certifiers,...
USDA NOP Public Comments on Origin of Livestock
Oregon Tilth would like to thank the National Organic Program for their work on the Origin of Livestock proposed rule change. We support continued efforts to ensure strong, consistent standards...
NOSB Comments: Strengthening the Organic Seed Guidance
Comments to the Crops Subcommittee on strengthening the guidance set forth on the use of organic seed and planting...
National Organic Program; Organic Livestock and Poultry Practices Proposed Rule
Organic consumers’ expectations for high-quality animal welfare as an integral component of a certified operation extend beyond the existing rule. Clear, enforceable standards that assure...
NOSB Comments: Excluded Methods Terminology & Next Steps for Improving Seed Purity
Comments for the Materials and GMOs Subcommittee on improving the definition of excluded methods and the challenging topic of seed...