2026 Annual Producers' Meeting

Friday, January 16th, 10:00-2:00

20 Church St, Richmond, VT 05477

Join us for lunch, a community gathering, and a panel discussion about how to support future organic farmers sponsored by USDA’s Transition to Organic Partnership Project (TOPP). 

The annual meeting is open to all certified producers (farmers and processors) and those interested in organic certification standards. 

It is important that certified producers attend this meeting and represent the interests of their operation in the certification process.
 

Discussion Topics Include:
 

• New VOF Standard Updates: The Review Committee has clarified VOF policies concerning the organic maple guidelines and will present new changes for organic livestock producers. These policies will be presented and discussed. These are listed in detail in the attached documents.
• There will be no certification fee increase in 2026!
• Updates & Reports: Come and hear important updates on the National Organic Standards and policy issues that affect organic producers.
• After the meeting, we'll enjoy lunch and a panel discussion on how to support the next generation of organic farmers sponsored by TOPP.

Please reserve your spot by January 7th.

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