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We serve as the unifying voice of the U.S. organic industry on Capitol Hill, and we advance our mission to promote and protect organic agriculture and trade through legislative and regulatory advocacy.

As the only trade association working on behalf of the organic sector, we build and retain meaningful relationships with Members of Congress and their staff, USDA’s National Organic Program, NOSB, and the FDA on food and farming policy.
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Membership

We bring farmers, processors, distributors, retailers and others together to promote and protect the growing organic sector.

We represent our members to government on sector needs, market development and promotion, and strong organic standards and regulations. Members also receive the latest information and quick answers on organic regulations and standards in the U.S. and around the world.
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Market Analysis
Market Analysis

Our insightful and comprehensive data reports on the U.S. organic industry illustrate the positive economic impact of organic agriculture and products, and the importance of consumer choice in the marketplace.

Whether you're looking for the size of the organic market, organic industry trends or insights into the organic consumer, we are here to help.
Organic Market Overview

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Organic Industry Survey

2024 Organic Industry Survey

2023 Organic Industry Survey

Consumer Perception of USDA Organic Report

Organic Purchasing Study

Organic Hotspots Research
U.S. Organic Grains Report

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International Trade
International Trade

We bring the U.S. organic industry to developing markets around the world through our U.S. Organic Worldwide programs.

As a cooperator with USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service Market Access Programs, we create new opportunities for organic products through international promotions, organic exporter education, business to business connections, and trade negotiations.
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Programs & Events
Programs & Events

From our signature policymaking event, Organic Week in Washington, D.C., to a full roster of education and networking events at the Natural Products Expos, join us for association business, member meetings, and social and networking events.

If you’re looking for high-level networking opportunities, exciting venues to showcase your brand, and a guaranteed good time with an always-organic menu, then join us for any of our many activities throughout the year.
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Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP)

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Resources

We educate influencers and consumers about the benefits organic practices and products. This includes having an expansive social media presence, as well as actively engaging with the press to share facts about organic methods, benefits, and milestones.

Check out our expansive collection of informative resources that explain what organic is, and why it is definitely worth it.
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About OTA

We are your connected community of organic innovators and pioneers. Our path forward is organic.

As the membership-based business association for organic agriculture and products in North America, we are the leading voice for the organic trade in the United States, representing over 9,500 organic businesses across 50 states. Our Board of Directors is democratically elected by our members.
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Agriculture Plastics Recycling Conference (APRC)

Agriculture Plastics Recycling Conference (APRC)

Wednesday, August 14, 2024 - 8:00am to Friday, August 16, 2024 - 6:00pm

August 14-16, 2024

The Dana on Mission Bay

1710 W Mission Bay Dr

San Diego, CA 92109

APRC is a recycling networking forum bringing plastic recyclers, brokers, farmers, nurseries, agricultural plastic manufacturers and government officials together to discuss the solutions to landfilling an open burning of waste agricultural plastics.

Amber Sciligo, The Organic Center's Director of Science Programs, will be presenting a poster that shows how The Organic Center is taking a systems approach to helping the organic industry reduce its plastic use.

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Organic Industry Event

8:00am to 6:00pm

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Headquarters

444 N. Capitol St. NW

Suite 445A

Washington D.C. 20001

T: 202-643-4965

Locations

Washington, D.C.

Brattleboro, VT

REASONS TO JOIN

Add your voice to shape the future of organic food and farming.

Get expert regulatory guidance and consumer education tools.

Connect to a vibrant community of organic business professionals.

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