The U.S. regulatory apparatus has stifled innovation and continuous improvement within the organic industry. Over the past 10 years, organic has advanced 20 consensus recommendations for improvements to the organic standards, but USDA hasn't completed rulemaking on a single...

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is currently seeking comments on the Organic Livestock and Poultry Standards (OLPS) proposed rule to strengthen organic animal welfare regulations! The rule clarifies living conditions, healthcare, transportation, slaughter...