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USDA National Organic Program (Agricultural Marketing Service)
Government Administration
Washington, DC 20,592 followers
Organic Integrity from Farm to Table, Consumers Trust the Organic Label
About us
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service’s National Organic Program (NOP) is a regulatory program that develops and enforces national standards for organically-produced agricultural products. These standards assure consumers that products with the USDA organic seal meet consistent, uniform standards for production and distribution. Organic products are now found in the majority of U.S. households with Americans spending $66 billion in organic purchases annually. The National Organic Program team: - Investigates complaints alleging violations of USDA organic regulations; conducts proactive compliance and outreach activities; and enforces organic production, handling, and labeling standards. - Accredits and oversees a network of third-party organizations, called certifiers, who certify organic farms and businesses. - Sets standards for organically-produced agricultural products. We develop and update regulations and policies; and facilitate review of new materials for use in organic agriculture. - Collaborates with other USDA agencies and countries to establish organic equivalency arrangements. - Develops communication materials and outreach and training programs to support the organic community.
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http://www.ams.usda.gov/nop
External link for USDA National Organic Program (Agricultural Marketing Service)
- Industry
- Government Administration
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Washington, DC
- Type
- Government Agency
- Specialties
- agriculture, organic, and government
Locations
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Primary
1400 Independence Ave SW
Washington, DC 20250, US
Employees at USDA National Organic Program (Agricultural Marketing Service)
Updates
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Find a market to celebrate #NationalFarmerMarketWeek You can use AMS’s Local Food Directory on your desktop or mobile devices to search for markets, local produce and a number of other items. Simply type in the search bar what you are looking for from a specific item likes eggs or even by farming practice such as #organic or #FairTrade. The directory will then show you what is closest to you. https://lnkd.in/g_4XwaTv
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Get ready to celebrate #FarmersMarketWeek! Now in its 25th year, this celebration highlights the vital role farmers markets play in the nation’s food system and in supporting small farmers, ranchers, and businesses. With over 8,000 markets across the country, interest in supporting these local and regional food communities has increased over the past few years, . Throughout the week (August 4-10) we’ll be highlighting how farmers markets and resilient, adaptable local food systems are essential for our future. Find a market near you to start celebrating: https://lnkd.in/g_4XwaTv
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It's #PollinatorWeek (June 17-23), a time to celebrate the important role pollinators play in our lives! 100 crops grown in the U.S. rely on pollinators. Learn more about the ways USDA is protecting pollinators: usda.gov/pollinators #USDAScience #PollinateAmerica
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Let's celebrate National Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month with a feast from farm to table! Grab organic local produce from your neighborhood farmers market and get munching! #FreshFruitAndVegetableMonth
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Join the #NationalEggDay party! Crack open an Organic USDA graded egg and relish in the reassurance of its thorough quality check. Time to enjoy, one shell at a time! 🥚
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Today is about remembering. We remember those who fought and died in battles won and lost. We remember those who died in the fog of war. We remember those we made it home and those who never saw home again. Today is about remembering those service members who are no longer here to tell their story. These brave men and women didn’t always die in combat, but they have always died warriors. It is our responsibility to tell their stories. It is our duty to listen when their stories are being told. We need to speak about their lives and deaths. It is our duty to speak their names and never forget. #MemorialDay
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💥New Blog Post 💥 New resource toolkit increases consumer understanding of the USDA Organic Label https://bit.ly/3yDtKwt
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New Organic Insider – spotlighting Transition to Organic Partnership Program outreach in the plains, northwest and northeast, and a new toolkit to increase consumer understanding of the USDA organic label. https://bit.ly/3WQHb6m
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Transition to Organic Partnership Program seeks input to connect organic producers with buyers. Have you faced challenges with sourcing from organic and in-transition suppliers? If so, we want to hear from you. Your input will inform decision-making for improved online tools. We appreciate your feedback by May 31, 2024. https://bit.ly/3V38Uja
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