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Below we have provided links to various associations, universities and businesses working in the organic food industry. We have divided these links into following categories:

Educational & Support Resources

Organic Materials Review Institute (OMRI)
OMRI is an organization created to benefit the organic community and the general public. Its primary mission is to publish and disseminate generic and specific (brand name) lists of materials allowed and prohibited for use in the production, processing, and handling of organic food and fiber.
Organic Farming Research Foundation
The Organic Farming Research Foundation mission is to sponsor research related to organic farming practices, to disseminate research results to organic farmers and to growers interested in adopting organic production systems, and to educate the public and decision-makers about organic farming issues.
Organic Agriculture Centre of Canada (OACC)
The Organic Agriculture Centre of Canada (OACC) is dedicated to enhancing the environmental and social integrity of agriculture. This will be achieved through scientific analyses of methods to improve the sustainability of farming. The results of this research will be made available to farmers and the public through this web site.
Appropriate Technology Transfer for Rural Areas (ATTRA)
ATTRA provides technical information for sustainable agriculture.
Cyber-help for Organic Farmers
On-line technical resources for farmers interested in organic production.
International WWOOF Association
The International WWOOF Association is dedicated to helping those who would like to volunteer on organic farms internationally.
Farm & Garden Services
A web-based resource which promotes and supports sustainable agriculture. Farm & Garden Services promotes the stewardship of our natural resources, local food production, and sustainable communities. Farm & Garden Services works to educate consumers about the connections between the food we eat and the land and people who produce it.
S.O.I.L. - Stewards of Irreplacable Land
S.O.I.L. is a non-profit organization that connects those who want to learn how to farm sustainably with teaching farms in Canada.
Organic Research
Organic-research.com will be of particular interest to those actively involved in organic farming research and development.
The Ram's Horn
A Monthly Journal of Food System Analysis.
Organic Consumers Association
The Organic Consumers Association promotes food safety, organic farming and sustainable agricultural practices in the U.S. and internationally.
Pest Management - Biological Control Guide
A guide to natural enemies of pests in North America. Includes four types of natural enemies - parasitoids, predators, pathogens and weed feeders. Extensive listing for each category, including photos, description, and glossary. Excellent resource.
Beneficial Insectary
Learn about the use of beneficial insects for pest control.
Biocontrol Network
Offers information on alternative forms of pest control. Beneficial insects are identified. Other methods, such as traps and barriers are discussed.
Natural Pesticides from Plants
The web site of the Center for New Crops & Plant Products, at Purdue University. NewCROP provides windows to new and specialty crop profiles. This page provides Natural Pesticides from Plants information.
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Certification Bodies

Organic Crop Improvement Association
OCIA International, a member-owned, nonprofit organization, provides research, education and certification services to thousands of organic growers, processors and handlers in North, Central and South America, Africa, Europe and Pacific Rim. OCIA, Lincoln, NEBRASKA USA, contact: 402-477-2323
OCPP/Pro-Cert Canada Inc.
OCPP/Pro-Cert Canada Inc.
OC/PRO and it's service provider Pro-Cert Organic Systems has been providing professional organic certification services across Canada since 1990.  OC/PRO offers certification to the Canada Organic Standard, the USDA National Organic Program, the Quebec Organic Reference Standards and EEC Reg. 2092/91.  Contact Agatha Sebastian or Dave Lockman at our Eastern Branch Office in Cambray, ON at (705) 374-5602 or infoebo@pro-cert.org
Maritime Certified Organic Growers (MCOG)
MCOG is a member driven Organic Certifying Body (CB) which certifies the organic integrity and claims of it's members. It follows the National Standard of Canada for Organic Agriculture as published by the Canadian General Standards Board, CAN//CGSB-32.310
Contact: Al Geddrey, 902 659-2081 email
The Independent Organic Inspectors Association (IOIA)
A non-profit association of trained farm and processing inspectors dedicated to the verification of organic production processes. (406) 436-2031
Quality Assurance Int. (QAI)
QAI offers organic certification under the National Organic Program for Producers, Processors, Private Labelers, Distributors, Retailers, Restaurants, Wild Crop Harvesters, Greenhouse, Mushrooms, Hydroponics, and Facilities. QAI also offers 'Source Certification for Bottled Water Products' under Codex Alimentarius standards, and 'Fiber Certification' under the American Organic Standards. Contact: 802.434.5535
USDA's - National Organic Program
This page provides a list of accredited certifying bodies that will allow producers to import into the United States.
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Marketing Organic Foods

Marketing Organic Products
An overview of the international trends in the marketing of organic food.
BioFach 2008
World Organic Trade Fair in Germany.
Organic Products Expo - BioFach America
A new international show-within-the-show launched at the 19th annual Natural Products Expo East, proved overwhelmingly successful, and provided attendees an opportunity to sample new certified organic products from 13 countries.
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Canadian Organic Associations

Nova Scotia Organic Growers Association
Atlantic Canadian Organic Regional Network (ACORN)
A Regional Network for Farmers, Gardeners, Consumers and Industry Professionals.
Certified Organic Associations of British Columbia (COABC)
Administrator of the Organic Regulations under the BC Agri-Food Choice and Quality Act. They serve as the voice of organic agriculture in BC and provide outreach services e.g. the Organic Advisory Service dedicated to encouraging organic production
Canadian Organic Livestock Association
Canadian Organic Growers Inc.
Canada's national membership-based education and networking organization representing farmers, gardeners and consumers in all provinces.
Saskatchewan Organic Directorate (SOD)
Organic Producers Association of Manitoba (OPAM)
Certification of growers and processors of organic food in Manitoba and Saskachewan.
Organic Agriculture Centre of Canada
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International Organic Associations

Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association
Northeast Organic Farming Association (Vermont)
International Federation of Organic Agriculture Movements
SOUL, the Society of Organic Urban Land Care Professionals
The Organic Trade Association (OTA)
The Organic Trade Association (OTA) is the membership-based business association for the organic industry in North America.
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Seed Companies (not all organic)

Anglegrove Tree Company
Baker Creek Heirloom
Burpee Seeds
Dans Garden Shop
Eden Organic Nursery Services Inc.
Elixir Farm
Halifax Seed Company
Heirloom Tomato Seeds
Johnny's Selected Seeds
Mumm's Sprouting Seeds
Richters Seeds
Seeds of Diversity
Seeds of Victoria
Stokes Seeds Ltd
Veseys Seeds Ltd
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