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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. 

OTA Hosted Event

October 2021

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Anuga

Anuga

Saturday, October 9, 2021 - 9:00am to Wednesday, October 13, 2021 - 5:00pm

Anuga will be taking place October 9-13, 2021 in Cologne, Germany. This is the world’s largest trade fair for food and beverages, breaks new grounds for the developments of the entire industry. It is the most important industry meeting point as the figures of 2019 once again impressively demonstrate: With 7,972 exhibitors and about 169,653 visitors, Anuga Cologne is clearly the number one food fair!

Organic Trade Association will host a pavilion at the show for 8 U.S. organic companies. If you are interested in participating, contact Alexis Carey, International Trade Manager. 

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Anuga

Anuga

Saturday, October 9, 2021 - 9:00am to Wednesday, October 13, 2021 - 5:00pm

Anuga will be taking place October 9-13, 2021 in Cologne, Germany. This is the world’s largest trade fair for food and beverages, breaks new grounds for the developments of the entire industry. It is the most important industry meeting point as the figures of 2019 once again impressively demonstrate: With 7,972 exhibitors and about 169,653 visitors, Anuga Cologne is clearly the number one food fair!

Organic Trade Association will host a pavilion at the show for 8 U.S. organic companies. If you are interested in participating, contact Alexis Carey, International Trade Manager. 

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NOSB Fall Meeting

NOSB Fall Meeting

Wednesday, October 13, 2021 - 9:00am to Thursday, October 21, 2021 - 5:00pm

The NOSB Fall Meeting will be taking place October 13-21, 2021 in Sacramento, CA. 

The NOSB will meet to discuss substances petitioned for addition to or deletion from the National List of Allowed and Prohibited Substances (National List), substances due to sunset from the National List in 2023, and recommendations on organic policies. Please visit the NOSB Meetings page for further information and instructions.

The National Organic Standards Board (NOSB) typically meets twice per year in various locations around the United States. During meetings, the NOSB listens to public comments, discusses agenda items, and then votes on recommendations to the Secretary in a public forum. Detailed meeting information, including agendas, location, proposals and how to participate will be posted below as it becomes available.

For information on previous meetings, visit the NOSB meetings page.

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NOSB Fall Meeting

NOSB Fall Meeting

Wednesday, October 13, 2021 - 9:00am to Thursday, October 21, 2021 - 5:00pm

The NOSB Fall Meeting will be taking place October 13-21, 2021 in Sacramento, CA. 

The NOSB will meet to discuss substances petitioned for addition to or deletion from the National List of Allowed and Prohibited Substances (National List), substances due to sunset from the National List in 2023, and recommendations on organic policies. Please visit the NOSB Meetings page for further information and instructions.

The National Organic Standards Board (NOSB) typically meets twice per year in various locations around the United States. During meetings, the NOSB listens to public comments, discusses agenda items, and then votes on recommendations to the Secretary in a public forum. Detailed meeting information, including agendas, location, proposals and how to participate will be posted below as it becomes available.

For information on previous meetings, visit the NOSB meetings page.

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Future of Organic Workshop: Certifiers only

Future of Organic Workshop: Certifiers only

Wednesday, October 27, 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. 

This workshop is hosted in partnership with Accredited Certifiers Association. 

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Organic PAC Oktoberfest Trivia Night

Organic PAC Oktoberfest Trivia Night

Thursday, October 28, 2021 - 6:00pm

Congress recently introduced the Continuous Improvement and Accountability in Organic Standards Act, important bipartisan legislation that will shape the future of our industry. Learn more about how our congressional champions in Washington, D.C. fight for us by becoming part of Organic PAC.

 

By signing up to be a part of Organic PAC you will learn about upcoming events like our virtual Oktoberfest beer tasting and trivia night hosted by Santa Cruz Mountain Brewery and Organic PAC. This event is taking place on October 28 from 3-5pm PT / 6-8 p.m. ET. If you sign up to learn more you could be enjoying award winning organic beer and pretzels baked by a Michelin star restaurant!

Events like these include important legislative updates, the ability to network with your organic colleagues, and fun entertainment – like organic trivia. Sign up.

About Santa Cruz Mountain Brewery: In addition to making great, local beer the acclaimed Santa Cruz Mountain Brewery is one of the only female-owned and operated certified organic breweries in the country. Join founder and owner Emily Thomas for a beer tasting and learn more about her story and how she’s supporting her local community through organic beer.

 

About Manresa: A three star Michelin restaurant founded by David Kinch in Los Gatos, California Manresa serves up contemporary cuisine inspired by the California Coast. Kinch, a New York Times best-selling author, Emmy award winner and executive chef launched Manresa Bread in 2013 at the Palo Alto farmer’s market.  

 

About Organic PAC: Organic PAC provides financial assistance to candidates for Congress who are, or who can be, influential in protecting or promoting organic agriculture and trade. The bipartisan Organic PAC helps educate and elect candidates so that organic isn’t left behind. Organic PAC and the Organic Trade Association must obtain the prior approval of our member companies in order to solicit contributions from certain individuals affiliated with our member companies (i. e., the "restricted class," which includes a corporation's executive personnel and their families, and shareholders and their families). A member company may not approve solicitations by another trade association for the same calendar year. Please sign this form to grant Organic PAC and the Organic Trade Association that prior approval.

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