Expands the national organic certification cost-share program into a comprehensive organic program.
The Opportunities in Organic Act amends the Farm Security and Rural Investment Act of 2002 to expand the national organic certification cost-share program into a comprehensive organic program. The bill establishes the Opportunities in Organic program to assist organic producers and handlers. It authorizes funding for eligible nonprofit organizations to support transition to organic and organic management. The bill also increases regional resources to support organic management, including technical assistance, outreach, supply chain coordination, and activities.
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