Advocacy

The Organic Trade Association: Your Voice in Washington, D.C.

The Organic Trade Association (OTA) serves as the voice of the U.S. organic industry on Capitol Hill. As the only trade association solely dedicated to advancing organic, OTA promotes and protects organic agriculture and trade through legislative and regulatory advocacy.

Located in the landmark Hall of States building—just steps from Union Station and within sight of the U.S. Capitol—OTA maintains strong relationships with Members of Congress and their staff, as well as key federal agencies including the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Organic Program (NOP), the National Organic Standards Board (NOSB), and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Organic is a different kind of regulation—voluntary, market-based, and rooted in public-private partnership. OTA advocates for sound and sensible organic standards that add value for farmers and businesses, reduce fraud, support U.S. production, and keep pace with evolving consumer demand.

OTA members are always welcome to use the D.C. office as their home base while in town. Whether you need a place to meet, a desk for the day, or support connecting with policymakers, our Government Affairs team is here to help.

Organic: A Different Kind of Regulation

Organic is unlike any other regulation in agriculture—voluntary, market-based, and shaped by public input. This one-pager outlines how organic standards create value for farmers, businesses, and consumers while ensuring transparency, consistency, and rigorous enforcement. Learn how OTA is advocating for continuous improvement, red tape reduction, and a level playing field for U.S. producers.

Download the one-pager (PDF)

Investing in the Organic Opportunity

With demand for organic products outpacing domestic supply, this one-pager highlights the policy changes needed to unlock opportunity for U.S. farmers. From certification reform to infrastructure investments and improved market data, learn how smart policy can help scale organic production and strengthen supply chains across the country.

Download the one-pager (PDF)

Join us for Organic Week in D.C.

Make your voice heard, engage directly with decision-makers, and help shape the future of organic.

Attend Organic Week in D.C.

Contact

Ivanna Yang
Vice President of Government Affairs
(314) 600-8749