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Our blog focuses on organic industry news, informative posts, Canadian Organic Standards & inputs, plus PACS certified organic member profiles and stories.

We group our blog posts by category to make it easier to find what you're looking for. If you don't know what you are looking for, have a wander through the categories. There is something for everyone here.

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February 21, 2026 - 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

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The Canadian Organic Trade Association (COTA) is hosting a "memorable night of…

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With the unseasonably warm weather, many areas find themselves dealing with flooding right now. BC AgriService sent out a list of contacts for producers in case…

Monday, December 8, 2025

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In 2025, it became more complicated than ever before to move organic products to the United States, and yet it remains critical for many Canadian brands. The…

AgSafe BC is funding a support program for the agriculture industry. The program extends to farmers, farm families, and agriculture workers across BC and offers free access to confidential,…

CUSMA Compliance Advisory Services Initiative (CCASI): 

The CUSMA Compliance Advisory Services Initiative (CCASI), provided by Export Navigator, is now accepting applications. The…

Q. What is your company name, product, and brief origin story?

A. Our company is Off the Grid Organic Winery, we grow and make wine

We come from a long line of farmers on our property…

How to Navigate the PACS Organic Client Directory 

Are you looking for information about PACS certified organic operators? Whether you're trying to confirm certification, search for specific…

The Certified Organic Associations of BC (COABC) has represented BC farmers, processors and advocates committed to organic, regenerative practices for over 30 years. In 2021, COABC rebranded under…

B.C. Farmer's Food Donation Personal Income Tax Credit

Farmer's who donate certain agricultural products (milk, eggs, meat, produce) to registered charities are eligible for tax credits on any…

Q. What is your company name, product, and brief origin story?

A. At West Coast Seeds, organic growing is at the heart of who we are. We offer a wide range of organic seeds, as well as organic live…

Canada-South Korea Organic Equivalency

Canada has had an equivalency arrangement with South Korea since October 31, 2023. This arrangement applies to processed organic products that have last been…

Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership

The Sustainable CAP is a five-year program that runs until March 31, 2028. This is a 3.5 billion dollar funding program that is cost-shared between…

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