The Organic Trade Association has announced plans to move forward with a voluntary, industry-led checkoff after USDA terminated the process this spring.
CEO Laura Batcha says there is demand for coordinated organic research and promotion, and the organic sector is ready to work together.
A steering committee has been formed and will be opening a comment period in the fall to address key questions.
USDA said uncertain industry support and outstanding issues with the program led to terminating the rule making process.
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