by Nagisa | Jan 14, 2021 | Education, Farming
The National Organic Program is pleased to announce two new courses in the Organic Integrity Learning Center! Sampling and Testing Residue sampling and testing play an integral role in verifying the compliance of organic farms and businesses. This course addresses the...
by Nagisa | Oct 18, 2018 | Certification
Under the USDA, organic handlers and producers may be eligible for reimbursement for a portion of their organic certification costs. Applications are due to the NJDA by Nov. 16, 2018. For more information and application forms click...
by Nagisa | Apr 23, 2018 | News
The USDA announced today that it will re-establish the charter for the Fruit and Vegetable Industry Advisory Committee (FVIAC) and seek to fill 25 upcoming vacant positions. The FVIAC charter was established in 2001 to examine issues facing the produce industry and...
by Nagisa | Nov 17, 2017 | Business, News
This new collaboration between the USDA and SCORE will make the transition of owning/operating a farming business easier for those just starting out. The average age of farmers throughout the country is 58 years, and most farmers do not have a successor who can...