As part of its effort to become climate neutral by 2050, the EU's Green Deal calls for 25% of Europe's agriculture to be transitioned to organic (nearly triple the current area) by 2030. Join us to learn more about this bold effort to create a fair, healthy and environmentally beneficial food system. We'll discuss how leaders in the organic movement were able to successfully advocate for organic's inclusion in this sweeping program. And we’ll hear from organic industry participants in the farming and processing/trade sector about priorities for specific action plans to implement and achieve the sustainability targets set out in the Green Deal’s Farm to Fork and Biodiversity Strategies.

• Esteemed Participants:
• Ariane Lotti, Tenuta San Carlo Organic Farm
• Silvia Schmidt, IFOAM Organics Europe 
• Alexander Beck, Association of Organic Food Manufacturers eV (AoL)\
• Johanna Mirenda, Organic Trade Association (Discussion Leader)

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With a full quarter of results to draw from since the COVID-19 crisis began, we will take a look at how the retail landscape has changed. Where is the supply chain holding together, and where is it challenged? Which products and categories hold greater appeal with shoppers at this time? How have buying patterns changed since the initial panic purchasing began, and as a result of social distancing measures in stores?

Presenters & Moderator: 

• Ryan Koory, Director of Economics, Mercaris
• Steve Lutz, Senior Vice President, Category Partners
• Erin Raese, Vice President of Marketing, SPINS
• Angela Jagiello, Director of Education & Insights, Organic Trade Association (Moderator)

Labor is one of the key inputs for the entire organic supply chain, beginning with the workers in the fields, continuing through the people working in packing, processing, distribution and retail. Given the current operating reality of COVID-19, learn how industry leaders are pivoting to practices that care for and protect their employees while ensuring a safe, available food supply. We'll also hear about labor availability, and receive an update on the processing of H2A visas.

Presenters:

• John McKeon, Director of Organic Integrity and Compliance, Taylor Farms
• Melissa R. O’Rourke, Attorney; Farm & Agribusiness Management Specialist, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach 
• Craig Regelbrugge, Sr. Vice President, Advocacy and Research, AmericanHort 
• Mike Resch, EVP of Administration and General Counsel, Amy’s Kitchen 
• Matt Rogers, General Manager and Co-Founder, AgSocio

As the outbreak of the COVID-19 creates organic supply chain disruptions, so does the need for continuity of organic inspection operations. In this webinar, you will learn about the unique challenges of the organic sector and how the Organic Trade Association, the Accredited Certifiers Association (ACA) and the International Organic Inspectors Association (IOIA) are working together to ensure organic compliance and the integrity of the organic supply chain. Participants will learn about the best practices and inspection tools that are being used to conduct inspections and verify compliance while travel restrictions are in place. In addition, certified operators will learn how to best prepare for an on-site or remote audit.

SPEAKERS:

• Gwendolyn Wyard, Vice President of Regulatory and Technical Affairs, OTA
• Marni Karlin, Karlin Strategic Consulting, Principal
• Garth Kahl, Independent Organic Services, Inc.; IOIA Inspector

Q&A with EXPERT PANELISTS:

• Connie Karr, Certification Director, OTCO; ACA Board Chair
• Brenda Book, Organic Program Manager, WSDA
• Beth Rota, Policy and Quality Assurance Manager, Quality Certification Services; ACA Board Member
• Lois Christie, Christie Organic Consultants; IOIA Board Chair
• Garth Kahl, Independent Organic Services, Inc.; IOIA Inspector

Continued shifts in consumer health preferences and sustainability-minded consumers are further driving organic product sales around the world. This webinar will provide an overview of newly updated global organic data, highlighting observations and trends to compare important markets and opportunities for US producers and exporters. If you are currently exporting your products around the world or looking to learn more about export opportunities, this webinar will provide meaningful insights and detail further resources to help grow your international market.  

Presenter:

• Patti LaGuire, Senior Account Manager, Euromonitor International