NOP Comments: Amendments to the National List of Allowed and Prohibited Substances
Oregon Tilth provided feedback to the National Organic Program (NOP) for updates to the National Organic Standard List of Allowed and Prohibited...
Organic Agriculture in the 2018 Farm Bill
Federal policy plays a critical role in supporting organic production systems. Later this year, Congress intends to pass the next Farm Bill, which will shape agricultural policy and investments for...
Testimony to the House Committee on Agriculture and Natural Resources Regarding HB 2469
Oregon Tilth provided written testimony to the Oregon House Committee on Agriculture and Natural Resources in support of HB 2469. The testimony outlined the adverse impact that insufficient oversight...
NOSB Comments: Excluded Methods Terminology
Comments for the Materials and GMOs Subcommittee on improving the definition of excluded...
NOSB Comments: Prevention Strategy Guidance for Excluded Methods Discussion Document
GMO contamination of seed and products is a top concern in the organic industry, presenting formidable challenges due to the way GMOs perpetuate and spread through the...
5 striking things we’ve learned about pesticides in California
California keeps detailed data on every commercial pesticide applied across the state. It provides a unique look at how, where and when chemicals are used. The Center for Investigative Reporting...
Grassroots Guide to Federal Farm and Food Programs
This guide walks users through dozens of the federal programs and policies most important to sustainable agriculture and how they can be used by farmers, ranchers, and grassroots organizations...
Community Supported Agriculture: A Direct-Market Model
In this webinar, participants are introduced to the CSA concept, see examples of different types of CSAs, and learn about the advantages and disadvantages to both producer and...
Enhancing Organic Agriculture in Oregon
A report from Oregon State University and Oregon Tilth offers insights into how to enhance organic agriculture in Oregon. Unlike traditional agriculture research assessments, the report reaches...