OTA is back on Capitol Hill this spring, advocating for the organic sector during a critical time for federal funding and policy development. Vice President of Advocacy Ivana Yang, along with Co-CEOs Tom Chapman and Matthew Dillon, spent the week in Washington, D.C., meeting with congressional leaders and USDA officials to elevate the needs and priorities of the organic community.
🎥 Watch the video below for highlights from the week, including:
- The latest on the Farm Bill and reconciliation efforts
- Insights from OTA’s meetings with newly appointed USDA officials
- Big news: Release of Organic Market Development Grants and Transition to Organic Partnership Program reimbursements
- OTA’s top advocacy asks in this year’s USDA funding bill—from supporting organic farmers and expanding production to improving data tracking and preventing fraud
As discussions continue on Capitol Hill, OTA will remain a strong voice for organic—ensuring that the sector is heard, protected, and positioned for long-term success.
Stay tuned for more updates in the coming weeks.