Organic Board Convenes: Plotting Kale's Next Frontier?
Published Date: 3/28/2025
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The National Organic Standards Board (NOSB) is meeting to help shape the rules for organic farming and products. Farmers, producers, and organic shoppers should pay attention because these meetings can lead to new standards that affect what can be labeled organic. The decisions made could impact organic farming practices and product labeling soon, helping keep organic food trustworthy and top quality.
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