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Announcement
May 1, 2015
The Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) announces positive review by the European Commission of the European Union-United States (EU-US) organic equivalence arrangement. In addition, the National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) announces a funding opportunity.
Review of EU-US Organic Equivalence Arrangement
The European Commission has reviewed the operation of the European Union-United States (EU-US) organic equivalence arrangement established in 2012 and found that the arrangement has been instrumental in increasing market access for producers, expanding consumer choices, and facilitating regulatory cooperation. The review also found that the Organic Working Group has been crucial in the development of the EU-US trade relationship.
The National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) has released the 2015 Request for Applications (RFA) for the Farm Business Management and Benchmarking (FBMB) competitive grant program. Applications are due May 27, 2015.
USDA's Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) facilitates the competitive and efficient marketing of agricultural products. Through its National Organic Program, AMS facilitates trade and ensures the integrity of organic agricultural products by consistently implementing organic standards and enforcing compliance with the regulations throughout the world. Learn more.
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