Michigan Dept of Ag and natural resources is managing our NOP cost share which is due Dec 1- http://www.michigan.gov/mdard/0,4610,7-125-1568_37188-333288--,00.html ( go to for application and info)
But take a look at these workshops that may help you grow your operation
Vicki Morrone
Center for Regional Food Systems
Dept of Community Sustainability
Michigan State University
East Lansing, Mi 48824
517-282-3557
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From: Organic Processing Institute <[log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>>
Date: August 31, 2015 at 8:01:54 AM EDT
To: Vicki <[log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>>
Subject: Space is limited—register now for workshops | Cost share applications released | New & improved NOP database launching soon | Busting organic myths
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The Organic Processing Institute (OPI) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit resource center for food processors in the upper Midwest.
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August 31, 2015
Fall is in the air, and with it, the need to process harvested produce! Here's some news we wanted to share this month...and as always, please share with your networks!
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Take Advantage of Market Edge with Organic Processing
Middleton, WI (August 31, 2015) — What are the steps to getting certified organic? How are organic regulations different from licensing and food safety regulations that food manufacturing businesses already face? These questions and others will be addressed in workshops that the Organic Processing Institute (OPI) is holding in September.
Organic Processing in Minnesota is a half-day workshop that will cover the regulatory and logistical basics of organic processing. The session is designed to help businesses decide whether organic is an opportunity that makes strategic sense for them. Full press release here.<http://organicprocessinginstitute.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b94c7502f935b91010d6794b6&id=d4772e7f64&e=a99719924e>
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Space is limited! Register now to join us at one of these locations:
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Twin Cities—Thursday, September 24<http://organicprocessinginstitute.us5.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=b94c7502f935b91010d6794b6&id=1c6d685d4b&e=a99719924e>
Rochester—Friday, September 25<http://organicprocessinginstitute.us5.list-manage2.com/track/click?u=b94c7502f935b91010d6794b6&id=fe3517b2fd&e=a99719924e>
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Organic cost share applications are now being accepted<http://organicprocessinginstitute.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b94c7502f935b91010d6794b6&id=793be35a20&e=a99719924e>
DID YOU KNOW? If you are certified organic and have incurred costs between 10/1/2014 and 9/30/2015, then you're eligible for reimbursement! Applications and payments are handled by state departments of agriculture; certifiers may offer assistance.
USDA Organic Cost Share Fact Sheet<http://organicprocessinginstitute.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b94c7502f935b91010d6794b6&id=b07f57577a&e=a99719924e>
State deadlines and links<http://organicprocessinginstitute.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b94c7502f935b91010d6794b6&id=6d0a625a2c&e=a99719924e>
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New & improved NOP database to launch in September <http://organicprocessinginstitute.us5.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=b94c7502f935b91010d6794b6&id=53a451b160&e=a99719924e>
The ever-growing list of farm and processing operations that are certified organic is about to be available in a more user-friendly and up-to-date version. The NOP has been working with partners to re-issue the current "List of operations" as the "Organic Integrity Database." Descriptions of upgrades for Phase 1, and future upgrades coming for Phase 2, are available here...<http://organicprocessinginstitute.us5.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=b94c7502f935b91010d6794b6&id=a6b4f249fd&e=a99719924e>
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Sept 15-18: Process Expo<http://organicprocessinginstitute.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b94c7502f935b91010d6794b6&id=ffc9885b24&e=a99719924e> (Chicago, IL)
Sept 21: Organic Processing in Minnesota workshop<http://organicprocessinginstitute.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b94c7502f935b91010d6794b6&id=f737387ac3&e=a99719924e> (St. Cloud)
Sept 24: Organic Processing in Minnesota workshop<http://organicprocessinginstitute.us5.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=b94c7502f935b91010d6794b6&id=9ab6980fe1&e=a99719924e> (Twin Cities)
Sept 25: Organic Processing in Minnesota workshop<http://organicprocessinginstitute.us5.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=b94c7502f935b91010d6794b6&id=512a4373e9&e=a99719924e> (Rochester)
Sept 30-Oct 2: Oilseed & Grain Trade Summit<http://organicprocessinginstitute.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b94c7502f935b91010d6794b6&id=6521d08dc1&e=a99719924e> (Minneapolis, MN)
Oct 12-14: Packaging That Sells Conference <http://organicprocessinginstitute.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b94c7502f935b91010d6794b6&id=2f498a02b7&e=a99719924e> (Chicago, IL)
Oct 19-22: Food Safety Preventive Controls Forum<http://organicprocessinginstitute.us5.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=b94c7502f935b91010d6794b6&id=00dafa4843&e=a99719924e> (Lake Geneva, WI)
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September is National
#Organic Month!
All month long, the Organic Trade Assoc. will be busting organic myths in a 30-day social media #OrganicFestival.
This is a great way to
communicate with consumers
& share your passion!
Join the online discussions and activities:
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Week One focuses on busting organic labeling myths:
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Our mission is to educate, connect, and encourage new and existing organic processors and to expand opportunities for the organic business sector in the Upper Midwest.
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Free classifieds for equipment, packaging, & organic ingredients:
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OPI Staff available for
"Organic Talks"
Want to know more about what organic regulations involve, or what it means for a business to go organic? We can speak on those topics and more. Shoot us a line...<http://organicprocessinginstitute.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b94c7502f935b91010d6794b6&id=cae9151e89&e=a99719924e>
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