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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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November 2021

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WEBINAR: Food Fraud Prevention in an Organic World

WEBINAR: Food Fraud Prevention in an Organic World

Thursday, November 4, 2021 - 2:00pm

The Perry Johnson Registrars Food Safety is hosting a webinar titled “Food Fraud Preventing in an Organic World”, covering the new USDA National Organic Program Requirements in the Strengthening Organic Final Enforcement Rule. The online webinar will take place Thursday, November 4th 11:00 a.m. Pacific / 2:00 p.m. Eastern. Co-presenters will be Gwendolyn Wyard, OTA's Vice President of Regulatory and Technical Affairs, and Dr. John Spink, Assistant Professor at Michigan State University, who will provide a robust discussion around food fraud.

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The USDA points to OTA's Organic Fraud Prevention Solutions Program as an initiative that will help businesses prepare for the upcoming requirements in the Strengthening Organic Enforcement rule. Contact Adrienne Messe to learn more and enroll! 

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Future of Organic Workshop: Open to all

Future of Organic Workshop: Open to all

Wednesday, November 10, 2021 - 1:00pm to 5:00pm

It has been 30 years since the Organic Foods Production Act was signed into law and while the organic sector has made many advancements, there is still much to be done to ensure the continued success of the organic movement and truly achieve the gold standard in food systems. The Organic Trade Association and the Swette Center for Sustainable Food Systems at Arizona State University led by Dr. Kathleen Merrigan are embarking on a partnership to bring together a diverse coalition of stakeholders that are vested in the continued success and growth of organic. 

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WEBINAR: How Farming Systems Impact Bionutrients

WEBINAR: How Farming Systems Impact Bionutrients

Wednesday, November 17, 2021 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm

How plants are grown can have an immense effect on nutritional content. A healthy, high functioning soil will produce crops that are flavorful, aromatic, and nutritious. Studies have reflected this by showing that organic production can result in higher antioxidant levels. However, nutrition is still not well understood, and the actual nutrient levels in of crops can vary dramatically with farmer, season, and seed. This webinar will discuss what we know – and don’t know – when it comes to crop nutrition and highlight new technology and campaigns to better understand how to maximize the nutrition of our food.

  • Esteemed Panelists:
  • Dan Kittredge, Executive Director | Bionutrient Food Association
  • Sara Newmark, Chief Operating Officer | True Grace Health
  • Tina Owens, Senior Director, Food & Agriculture Impact | Danone North America
  • Jessica Shade, PhD, Director of Science Programs | The Organic Center (Discussion Leader)
  • Andrew Smith, PhD, Chief Operating Officer | Rodale Institute

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Webinar will be recorded and made available on demand to all registrants within 2 business days.

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