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Biofach

Tuesday, February 13, 2024 - 8:00am to Friday, February 16, 2024 - 5:00pm

 

February 13-16, 2024

Nuremberg Exhibition Centre

Nürnberg, Germany

Experience organic food in its purest form at the world’s leading organic trade fair in Nuremberg. Since 1990, BIOFACH has been the can’t-miss destination for pioneers and newcomers who share their passion for organic food and the organic market and want to exchange ideas with like-minded people along the entire value chain. From February 13-16, 2024, the largest organic food trade fair will once again open its doors at the Nuremberg Exhibition Centre and bring together exhibitors and visitors from the entire organic sector, with regional, national and international stakeholders. A diverse trade fair program and a wide range of products invite visitors to use all their senses to explore the world of organic food, by seeing, hearing, smelling, tasting and feeling. At BIOFACH, you will experience a lively market of opportunities and a trade fair packed full of ideas, inspiration and enjoyment.

OTA will be hosting U.S. organic exhibitors in our booth #4A-627! 

For more information and to set up a time to meet contact Sarah Gorman

Organic Produce Summit 2023

Wednesday, July 12, 2023 - 9:00am to Thursday, July 13, 2023 - 5:00pm

Are you a business in organic produce or looking for a plethora of organic produce products? The Organic Produce Summit is the only event dedicated exclusively to bringing together organic fresh produce growers, shippers, and processors with retail and buying organizations from across the globe. OPS 2023 will be held at Monterey Conference Center in Monterey, California from July 12-13, this summit will include a selection of field tours for retailers and buyers, a gala opening night reception, and a sold-out trade show floor featuring over 170 producers and processors of organic fresh produce from across North America and around the globe. 

Register here

 
OPS will have the Strengthening Organic Enforcement (SOE) session discussing the rule that went into effect on March 20 of this year, and the impact businesses have until March 19, 2024, to comply with its requirements. In this SOE session, OPS attendees will hear from leaders from across the organic produce supply chain about how their operations and how they are getting ready to address the most impactful changes before the 2024 implementation. The session will be moderated by Gwendolyn Wyard, Organic Trade Association’s VP of Regulatory Affairs. The SOE rule is the biggest update to USDA organic regulations since they were first published in 2000, and its aim is to bolster organic integrity and consumer confidence in the USDA. Be sure to attend this session for insight from organic leaders!

 

Check out the program schedule here.

The Organic Center Annual Science Benefit at Expo West

Wednesday, March 8, 2023 - 5:00pm to 7:00pm

The Organic Center is hosting the biggest all-organic networking and fundraising event at Natural Products Expo West, taking place March 8, 2023, at 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. PT – Anaheim Marriott Platinum Ballroom 6. Join us for the largest organic party featuring cutting-edge science, an open bar, memorable connections and live entertainment. The Organic Center is at the forefront of science discovering the human health and climate benefits of organic agriculture. Funds raised through the event support the latest research and industry solutions to help organic thrive. Register today to showcase your commitment to The Organic Center’s much-needed efforts verifying the science-baked benefits of organic.

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Make personal connections with colleagues and organic industry leaders while exploring cutting-edge science industry tools to enhance the exploration of human health and climate benefits of organic agriculture. Meet old friends and make new ones while being inspired and entertained – all in support of The Organic Center. 

Register today with a $125 tax-deductible donation to The Organic Center.

Supply Side East

Tuesday, April 18, 2023 - 9:00am to Wednesday, April 19, 2023 - 5:00pm

Join 220+ exhibitors featuring the most innovative ingredients & formulation techniques to drive your brand forward on April 18-19, 2023 in Secaucus, New Jersey. Gain insight and network with the leading health and nutrition industry professionals from across the globe. Registration is to come!

Natural Products Expo West

Tuesday, March 7, 2023 - 5:00pm to Saturday, March 11, 2023 - 7:00pm

Be sure to visit the Organic Trade Association at the Natural Products Expo West March 7-11 2023 at booth #1937. Whether you are interested in discussing critical issues facing your organic business, checking out OTA’s resources to help you expand your business, or understanding what we're doing to elevate the footprint of organic on Capitol Hill, our knowledgeable staff is eager to connect with you.

For any questions, contact Adrienne Messe.

 

Global Organic Produce Expo (GOPEX)

Monday, January 30, 2023 - 9:00am to Thursday, February 2, 2023 - 6:00pm

Join Global Organic Produce Expo GOPEX January 30 - February 2, 2023! As the only globally driven show for organic produce, this show creates a forum for unique and specific opportunities. Network, exchange ideas, source new products and services, and do business with the industry’s leading growers, distributors, packers and retailers. Learn more here.

 

General Registration

Exhibitor Registration

Winter Fancy Food Show

Sunday, January 15, 2023 - 10:30am to Tuesday, January 17, 2023 - 6:00pm

The Specialty Food Association’s (SFA) Winter Fancy Food Show returns to Las Vegas on January 15-17, 2023. The 2023 Show will be in the Las Vegas Convention Center’s larger West Hall. As the largest B2B specialty food industry event in the Western United States, the Winter Fancy Food Show is your destination for innovation, insights, and business opportunities.

For exhibitors, the Winter Fancy Food Show offers a convenient and cost-effective way to connect with leading buyers, distributors, and retailers, forge new business relationships, network with peers, and participate in world-class educational programs. Floor space is limited, so book your booth today!

For attendees, the Winter Fancy Food Show is three days of networking, trendspotting, and sampling the newest and best specialty food and beverages in more than 40 product categories. Attendee registration opens October 24.

If you’re a member of the specialty food industry, you can’t afford to miss the 2023 Winter Fancy Food Show!

Click below to learn more about exhibiting or attending.

EXHIBITING 2023 Booth Space

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PASA Sustainable Agriculture Conference

Tuesday, January 17, 2023 - 9:30am to Saturday, February 11, 2023 - 5:30pm

PASA Sustainable Agriculture Annual Conference is one of the largest gatherings of sustainable farmers and food system changemakers in the Mid-Atlantic region. For more than 30 years, they have worked with our community to create a space where inspiration, innovation, and connection flourish. This conference will be held virtually on January 17- 19, 2023, and the in-person event on February 8-11, 2023 in Lancaster Pennsylvania. Drawing farmers, food system professionals, educators, advocates, researchers, market managers, homesteaders, gardeners, and changemakers who are passionate about building a better food system.

Submit here 

June 30, 2022 Deadline to Submit

Virtual Event - 1/17/23 - 1/19/23

In-Person Event - 2/8/23 - 2/11/23 [Lancaster, PA]

October 3, 2022 - final notification of proposal status

 

 

W.A.S.H Conference

Saturday, October 1, 2022 - 11:00am

 

W.A.S.H Conference seeks to build the capacity of systematically excluded farmers in the South by plugging them into the supply chain with major brands. W.A.S.H is intended for farmers with existing farming operations who have current demonstrated production capacity. This conference is not for beginners or start-up farms. It is open to all genders and farmers who identify as Black and/or Indigenous. OTA is attending this event.



Twenty farmers will be selected. Farmers will receive a $1000 stipend for their time and input. It will be held in Liberty, North Carolina on October 1. A private pre-conference bonfire event will be held at Green Heffa Farms on September 30, 2022.

 

If interested, please complete this application by August 17, 2022. Farmers selected will be notified by August 31, 2022.

Register Here

W.A.S.H. OBJECTIVES

-Connect producers with companies that are being intentional about sourcing from BIPOC farmers.

-Discuss barriers that exist for Black and Indigenous farmers in equitable participation in the supply chain and ways to resolve them.

-Discuss opportunities for Black and Indigenous farmers in climate smart commodities and ways to become more climate resilient



Questions? Interested in sponsoring? Please email info@greenheffafarms.com

Third Annual National Latino Farmers and Ranchers Congress

Thursday, October 27, 2022 - 9:30am to Saturday, October 29, 2022 - 5:00pm

 

OTA is proud to be attending The NLFR's Annual Congress Conference held at Isleta, New Mexico October 27- 29. The purpose of the event is to bring agricultural stakeholders together to share agricultural best practices, Farm Bill resolutions, and climate-smart updates. Conference participants will discuss their regional programs and challenges to learn directly from each other. OTA is coming to discuss organic opportunities and challenges, and how best to access resources. Collectively, we encourage participants to support underserved producers to thrive and achieve more sustainable food and agricultural systems. To attend or become a sponsor register here!

 

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