ORGANIC WILD HARVESTING STANDARDS 101

What does it mean to certify a wild crop as organic? Why would someone choose to do this and what does it mean for land managers? This professional training session is tailored for land management staff, including professionals from tribes, state and local agencies. All who are interested in the topic are welcome. This session delves into the intricacies of organic certification processes for crops harvested from the wild, equipping participants with the knowledge and resources needed to support producers in implementing organic wild crop harvesting practice standards.

Through this interactive training, participants will gain insights into how organic practices can aid ecosystem preservation and long-term environmental conservation. The training session aims to foster collaboration and knowledge exchange among agency staff to support the publics adoption of organic wild crop harvesting practices within their jurisdictional area.