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Thanks to the generous contributions of our supporters and matching donors -- including our friends at Organically Grown Company -- Organic …

Events · April 19, 2022

We're partnering with the incredible Culinary Breeding Network for the CBN x OSA California Variety Showcase to be held virtually June 6 – …

Seed Policy · April 15, 2022

Submit comments to USDA through May 16, 2022 On March 11, the USDA launched an inquiry into public concerns regarding seeds and …

Events · April 14, 2022

We're excited to share that the Student Organic Seed Symposium is BACK! Registration for the 9th Annual Student Organic Seed Symposium …

Resources · March 30, 2022

We're pleased to share two new resources for breeding sweet peppers in the Midwest. The new publications are intended to be practical tools …

Resources · March 23, 2022

A community of seed people. Sowing ideas, growing what's good. Organic Seed Commons is now open to anyone working in seed looking to meet …

Field Notes · March 22, 2022

We're excited to introduce you to the new folks joining our team here at OSA! This year, we're welcoming two new permanent staff members, a …

Field Notes · March 22, 2022

This year marks the beginning of the final four-year OREI grant funding cycle for our Carrot Improvement for Organic Agriculture (CIOA) …

Seed Policy · March 21, 2022

Please take a minute to review three important policy comment opportunities related to organic seed systems in the US. From the organic …

Events · March 21, 2022

Multicolored maize is recognized for being rich in pigments such as anthocyanins, a powerful natural anticancer antioxidant (Guillen-Sánchez …

OSA is proud to announce the release of our most recent State of Organic Seed report. State of Organic Seed is an ongoing project …

Resources · March 7, 2022

Congratulations to the graduates of the 2021 Organic Seed Production Course! OSA's flagship online and in person learning experience offers …