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Thanks for an incredible year of Quarterly Calls!
OSA's Quarterly Calls are open-sourced calls that bring together farmers, seed producers, researchers, advocates, and food system leaders to …
The 2025 seed judgement by the High Court of Kenya and its implications for seed diversity
We are thrilled for our partners at Seed Savers Kenya Network, Kenya, for their national win in the recent High Court judgement to protect …
National Organic Standards Board Fall Comment Period Open Until December 30
The National Organic Standards Board (NOSB) is a Federal Advisory Board that makes recommendations on issues involving the production, …
USDA Reorganization Plan Comment Period Closes September 30th
USDA is accepting public comments until September 30th on its sweeping plan to reduce the national capitol region by up to 50% by requiring …
Public Germplasm Availability: From NPGS Cuts to Crowd-Sourced Innovation
On August 1, 2025, Organic Seed Alliance (OSA) hosted its Quarterly Advocacy Call, bringing together seed stewards, researchers, and …
NEW! OSA’s Advocacy Office Hours
Policy work is essential to building and protecting seed systems in the U.S., and that’s why we’re launching new Advocacy Office Hours. …
Join OSA on May 2nd for Our First Quarterly Zoom Call
NEW! We’re excited to invite you to Organic Seed Alliance’s (OSA) Quarterly Calls! These open-sourced calls bring together farmers, seed …
OSA’s Cathleen McCluskey Appointed to the National Organic Standards Board
We're thrilled to share that OSA's Policy & Advocacy Director Cathleen McCluskey has been appointed to the National Organic Standards …
Register Now: Conference Speakers and Sessions Announced
Seeds are the foundation of our food system, and there's no better place to connect with organic seed growers than the upcoming Organic Seed …
National Organic Standards Board Spring Meeting: April 29 – May 1 in Tempe, AZ
The National Organic Standards Board (NOSB) is a Federal Advisory Board composed of 15 public volunteers experts from across the organic …
Calling All Organic Seed Growers and Farmers: Survey on Organic Seed Usage
Organic Seed Alliance is conducting a survey to better understand U.S. certified organic farmers' and seed growers' perspectives and ideas …
