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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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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…

September 6 and October 17

Join Organic BC for a field day forum covering on-farm composting practices for small-scale producers in the North Okanagan and Thompson regions. The field day will cover…

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…

October 16 - October 18Little Dog Farm - 125 Wellspring Rd, Creston, BC

Are you looking to learn about healthy soil? This 3-day, hands on workshop could be just what you need. You will build…

Monday, November 3, 2025 in Ottawa

The Organic Summit 2025 involves dialogues on:

Science and Policy-Focused DiscussionsCutting Edge Industry Research and AnalyticsUnparalleled Networking…
Thursday Evenings: November 6, 13, 20, 275-7pm PST 

This introductory online course is brought by the Young Agrarians. With this course, you can learn farming fundamentals, connect with the…

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…

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Tuesday, November 25, 2025 - Thursday November 27, 2025

BC Organic Conference is coming! This year, it is being held in Harrison Hot Springs.

Click this link to…

Thursday, November 27, 20259:00AM - 3:30 PM

Gorge Pavillion - 1070 Tillicum Road, Esquimalt, BC

This annual event invites community members, farmers, youth, local leaders and organizations to…

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