“Why Buy Certified Organic?” Complimentary Consumer Education Cards – Last...
Update: Postcards are now sold out! Are your customers confused about what organic means? Order a complimentary batch of the 2017 “Why Buy Certified Organic?” postcards today!
View ArticleAdvertise in the 2018 Organic Directory at 2017 Prices!
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to get your information in our most popular publication, the 2018 Organic Directory and Resource Guide! Pricing will increase on October 1, 2017, so place your order...
View ArticleClaim Your 2018 Advertising to Reach the Organic Community
As expected, advertising opportunities for 2018 have been claimed quickly! We still have ad space left in the 2018 Organic Directory & Resource Guide. Do not miss out on the opportunity to get...
View ArticleStock Up on CCOF Merchandise for 2018
Need to restock your supply of produce stickers or twist ties that identify your products as CCOF-certified organic? Want to gift an organic garden sign to a loved one this holiday season? Looking for...
View ArticleThe Farm Bill: What's In It for Organic?
The feature article for the fall edition of CCOF’s Certified Organic magazine is now available online for ready reference, to download, and to print on demand. The article provides an overview of...
View ArticleAMS Releases Organic Enforcement Plan of Action Summary
USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) and the National Organic Program (NOP) recently released their Summary of Activities and Overview Action Plan. The Summary of Activities summarizes NOP...
View ArticleFind Organic Businesses and Products with One Click!
Wondering if there are any organic farms near you? Want to find out who is growing a specific crop or making a specific product? We have a tool for that!
View ArticleCalifornia Producers Approve Federal Milk Marketing Order
California dairy producers have voted to approve a Federal Milk Marketing Order (FMMO) for the state of California. The California FMMO was proposed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture Agricultural...
View ArticleOne Focus: Organic — CCOF's 2017 Annual Report
Dear CCOF members and supporters, In 2017, we helped 5,227 students and teachers get funding for organic education, helped 71 members engage with influencing policies for organic, and provided organic...
View ArticleUSDA Implements California Federal Milk Marketing Order
USDA implemented the new California Federal Milk Marketing Order (FMMO) on November 1, 2018. FMMOs are voluntary, industry-driven marketing initiatives that establish the terms of trade between...
View ArticleSurvey: Promoting California Grown Specialty Crops at Trade Shows
Undergraduate student at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo Kindra Fulton is conducting a research project on behalf of the College of Agriculture. The project focuses on...
View ArticleThe Path to an Organic Future – CCOF’s 2018 Annual Report
Dear CCOF Members and Supporters,It is with great pleasure and honor that I write to you as CCOF’s new CEO. Since assuming the role in January, I’ve been continually inspired by CCOF’s many...
View Article"CCOF Certified Organic" Signs are Now Double-Sided
Use our sturdy "CCOF Certified Organic" signs to promote your certified organic status at farmers' markets, organic processing facilities, your farm gate, and more, or use them as fence markers for...
View ArticleMarket Your Product or Service to More Than 4,000 Certified Organic Producers
CCOF 2020 advertising is now available for purchase, and there is still space for your ad!
View ArticleCalling All Organic Consultants – Resources for You!
Are you an organic consultant? CCOF has resources for you and your clients. Our Support Resources area is a toolkit for gaining and maintaining organic certification. Be sure to check out our handy...
View ArticleGet Organic News Delivered to your Mailbox—Subscribe to Certified Organic...
Each edition of Certified Organic magazine is packed with up-to-date information for the organic enthusiast, including engaging feature articles, client spotlights, certification news, advocacy...
View ArticleMarketing Resources for Farmers that Sell at Farmers’ Markets
The CCOF Foundation’s Farmers’ Marketing: Tools for Success project is aimed at helping growers who sell at farmers’ markets finetune their marketing to increase sales and revenue.
View ArticleUSDA to Contract for Pre-packed Food Boxes
As part of USDA’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) plans to spend $3 billion for vendors to purchase, package, and deliver boxes of fresh fruits and...
View ArticleGet Social Media Marketing Tips from Hannah Muller of Full Belly Farm
Join the CCOF Foundation and Hannah Muller from Full Belly Farm on May 19 for a webinar that delves into social media marketing for farms selling directly to consumers. Use social media platforms to...
View ArticleOnline Sales Opportunities for Farmers Using Sustainable Growing Practices
Farmers are currently facing unprecedented challenges as supply chains quickly and radically change. Our local food systems can be strengthened by building consumer awareness of local farms using...
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