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The OTA Calendar is full of events that are either organized or attended by OTA. We are pleased to organize and support dozens of events that advance organic agriculture and trade throughout the year. Some of these are signature OTA events hosted for members, while others are regional, national, or international conferences where OTA staff are featured keynotes and panelists. Whether we’re bringing the latest news and trends about the organic industry to diverse audiences, sponsoring business networking gatherings, or hosting listening sessions to gather feedback from the sector, you can count on OTA to be part of the action. 

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Natural Products Expo West

Natural Products Expo West

Tuesday, March 4, 2025 - 12:00pm to Friday, March 7, 2025 - 12:00pm

 

March 4-7, 2025

Anaheim Marriott | Anaheim, CA

Natural Products Expo West has proven itself to be the best place to reach natural, organic and healthy lifestyle buyers. This is your chance to get one-on-one time with retailers, distributors, health practitioners and food service professionals.

Connect with the Organic Trade Association at Expo West 2025!

Join us at Natural Products Expo West, March 4-7, 2025, at Booth 1735! Whether you're a current member or just curious about the latest in organic, there are plenty of ways to connect with OTA staff, learn, and collaborate.

Stop by our booth to get the latest updates on critical issues impacting the organic industry, explore the resources we offer to help you grow your business, or dive into how we're advocating for organic on Capitol Hill. Our team is ready to answer your questions, provide insights, and offer support tailored to your needs.

Organic Education Sessions

OTA will be presenting in a series of engaging education sessions throughout Expo! Join us as we bring together industry leaders and OTA staff for thought-provoking discussions on the state and future of organic. 

State of Organic: From Consumer Behavior to Policy Impact – A Comprehensive Market Update

Wednesday, March 5, 10:00 – 11:30 AM

  • 10:00 – 10:45 AM: Organic Industry Survey Data & New Consumer Research Report
    • This session will highlight the latest market trends and data shaping the organic sector.
  • 10:45 – 11:30 AM: Farm Bill, New Administration, and New Congress
    • Discussion of the latest policy developments and their potential impact on the organic industry.

From Menu to Market: Tapping into Food Service for Organic Growth

Thursday, March 6, 2:30 – 3:30 PM

  • This session will explore how food service can be a game-changer for organic growth.

Organic Insider Session

Friday, March 7, Time TBD

  • Details are pending, but expect a deep dive into consumer engagement with organic products and navigating label claims in a competitive market. Topics will include:
    • How to get consumers excited about organic
    • Understanding label claim attributes
    • How to deal with competing label claims

Stay tuned for further updates on speakers and session details!

We look forward to seeing you at these sessions and engaging in these important conversations!

Set Up a Meeting with OTA Staff

Looking for a more personal touch? Schedule one-on-one meetings with Matt Landi, OTA VP of Industry Relations to discuss how we can help you tackle challenges, build opportunities, or strategize for growth in the organic marketplace. Our experts are here to offer tailored guidance, and these meetings can be a great opportunity to dive deeper into how we can work together.

We can’t wait to see you at Expo West 2025—let's connect and take the organic movement even further!

Learn more here

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An Organic Night Out with Sprouts Farmer's Market and Friends

An Organic Night Out with Sprouts Farmer's Market and Friends

Wednesday, March 5, 2025 - 6:00pm

 

March 5, 2024 | 6-9 p.m. EST

After the huge success of An Organic Night Out: Honoring the Year’s Best in Organic in 2024, we are delighted to invite you to be a part of our 2025 event, which will take place on March 5, 2025 at Expo West! Hosted by The Organic Center and Organic Voices, this event promises an unforgettable evening filled with celebration, knowledge sharing, and networking opportunities, all while supporting a greener and healthier future for our planet.

Building off the success if this year’s event, we have made some significant improvements to strengthen the awards and sharpen the programming!

Enjoy an inspiring evening with an opportunity to mingle and network with other organic stakeholders. Sip a beverage, enjoy organic food, and learn about the research and education being performed to advance organic and have meaningful impact in the areas of crop production, soil health, food safety, climate, and sustainability.

Join our surprise celebrity host and other guests as we recognize and celebrate the success of organic brands, companies, organizations, retailers, farmers, researchers and more in communicating the impact of organic to consumers.

 

 

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FoodEx Japan 2025

FoodEx Japan 2025

Tuesday, March 11, 2025 - 8:00am to Friday, March 14, 2025 - 6:00pm

 

March 11-14, 2025

Tokyo, Japan

FOODEX JAPAN 2025 will mark the 50th anniversary Over the past half-century, it has facilitated business creation through the unparalleled matching of over 80,000 exhibitors with more than 4,000,000buyers.

The edition is resurrection from the Covid-19 pandemic in FOODEX JAPAN‘s history brought together over 2,500 leading food and beverage companies, from more than 60 countries & regions. Filled with countless networking opportunities to develop new business relationships and strengthen existing ones, this year’s show offered a bigger platform to make new partnerships, deals, collaborations, signings and announcements.

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Consumer Federation of America National Food Policy Conference

Consumer Federation of America National Food Policy Conference

Tuesday, March 11, 2025 - 12:00pm to Wednesday, March 12, 2025 - 12:00pm

 

March 11-12, 2025

Grand Hyatt Hotel | Washington, DC

Please contact Ivanna Yang, VP of Government Affairs, to schedule a time to meet on-site at this event!

The National Food Policy Conference is a key national gathering for those interested in agriculture, food and nutrition policy. It explores the critical food policy issues of the day with an unusually diverse mix of policymakers, advocates and scientists. 

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Organicology

Organicology

Wednesday, March 12, 2025 - 12:00pm to Friday, March 14, 2025 - 12:00pm

 

March 12-14

Portland, OR

Pleae contact Dr. Amber Sciligo, Director of the Organic Trade Center, to schedule a time to meet on-site at this event!

Organicology spotlights the newest research, inspiring keynotes, engaging workshops, fantastic entertainment, celebration and connection.

Organic Trade Association Speakers:

Tom Chapman | Co-CEO, Organic Trade Association

Matt Landi | Vice President of Industry Relations, Organic Trade Association

Dr. Amber Sciligo, PhD, Director of the Organic Center

 

 

 

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Agri-Pulse Ag & Food Policy Summit

Agri-Pulse Ag & Food Policy Summit

Monday, March 17, 2025 - 12:15am

 

March 17, 2025

Please contact Ivanna Yang, VP of Government Affairs, to schedule a time to meet on-site at this event!

Attend Agri-Pulse Ag & Food Policy Summit on March 17 to hear from leading industry experts about how these changes could impact you and your businesses. 

 

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