News & Research
Stay up-to-date on the latest from OCIA International, our operators, and the organic industry.News: Updates from the Organic Industry
We’ve compiled the latest news from the organic industry to help you stay up-to-date on industry innovations and regulatory updates.
Organic Eye recognizes OCIA as certifier upholding the Highest Ethical Standard
Organic Eye publishes "Take Back the Organic Farming Movement". Recognizing OCIA as a certifier Upholding the Highest Ethical Standards. Click below to read the article from Organic Eye Organic Eye
OCIA AGMM Sponsor Opportunities
OCIA International strives to provide transitioning and experienced organic operators with the resources they need to succeed in an increasingly competitive and complex industry. As a non-profit, member-run organization, our goal is to provide our operators with an...
The Communicator: Fall 2024 Edition
The Summer 2024 issue of OCIA’s quarterly newsletter, The Communicator, is now available in English and Spanish.
The Communicator: Summer 2024 Edition
The Summer 2024 issue of OCIA’s quarterly newsletter, The Communicator, is now available in English and Spanish.
A First-Generation Farmer Perspective: Alan Wilson
First-generation farmer Alan Wilson shares his experiences and growth as the first person in his family to explore organic farming.
Putting Health First: Askegaard Organic Farm
For couple Mike and Barb Askegaard of Askegaard Organic Farm, organic farming provided a way to balance health in all aspects of their lives- their family, their customers, and the environment. “We decided to certify as organic because we saw the negative effects...
OCIA Research and Education awards scholarships and grants
OCIA Research and Education awards first round of 2024 scholarships and grants for those working with organic and sustainable agriculture.
The Communicator: Spring 2024 Edition
A new issue of OCIA International's quarterly newsletter, The Communicator, is available now! You can access the English PDF HERE, and the Spanish PDF HERE. Both versions are also readable below.Spring Communicator -- EnglishSpring...
The USDA National Organic Program Recently recognized OCIA International for our work in Organic Certification, awarding us the 2024 National Program Director’s Award
Organic Certifiers Recognized for Quality Data and Collaboration The USDA National Organic Program (NOP) recognized the work of accredited organic certifiers with awards for extraordinary support of the National Organic Standards. The awards were presented at the...