OCIA International

06/07/2026

ORGANIC OFFICE HOURS WEDNESDAY at 11:00 am CST

Let’s make organic certification simple—together! 🌱
Join our Organic Office Hours, a free, twice monthly(2nd and 4th Wednesday) Q&A session with an organic certification specialist.

We’ll cover the basics of recordkeeping, what your inspection will look like, and how to build your Organic System Plan. Then stick around for a live Q&A to get your specific questions answered!

No pressure, no catch—just helpful, practical information to guide your organic journey. 🌾

06/02/2026

📬 ¡Ya está aquí la edición de junio de 2026 de *The Communicator*!
Póngase al día con las últimas noticias de OCIA International, incluyendo novedades de la organización, información sobre certificaciones, próximos eventos e información sobre Investigación y Educación de OCIA.
Lea la edición de junio de *The Communicator* aquí: https://ocia.org/2026/06/01/june-2026-communicator/
Manténgase informado y conectado a través del boletín mensual de OCIA.

An estimate for your 2025 certification and inspection fees was sent with the login information. Please promptly send payment to the address on the invoice. If you are a new applicant, OCIA will not review your file until payment is received.

06/01/2026

📬 The June 2026 edition of The Communicator is here!

Catch up on the latest news from OCIA International, including organization updates, certification information, upcoming events, and OCIA Research and Education information.

Read the June Communicator here: https://ocia.org/2026/06/01/june-2026-communicator/

Stay informed and connected through OCIA's monthly newsletter.

An estimate for your 2025 certification and inspection fees was sent with the login information. Please promptly send payment to the address on the invoice. If you are a new applicant, OCIA will not review your file until payment is received.

05/31/2026

La OCIA organizará una capacitación sobre agricultura orgánica para grupos comunitarios de productores y procesadores en Veracruz, México, del 1 al 4 de diciembre. ¡Pronto se darán a conocer los detalles!

OCIA will host an organic training for Community Grower Groups and Processors in Veracruz, Mexico December 1-4. Details to come soon!

05/29/2026

¡Fortalece tus competencias en certificación orgánica! 🌿💼

Te invitamos a participar en nuestro Taller de Capacitación para la Formación de Inspectores Orgánicos.

Aprende de forma práctica a dominar las normativas globales más exigentes y a liderar la integridad de los Sistemas Internos de Control.

📅 Fechas: 26 y 27 de octubre de 2026.

📍 Ubicación: Moyobamba, Perú



Lo que aprenderás en 2 días intensivos:

🔹 Día 1: Fundamentos del SIC y requisitos clave de las normas internacionales NOP, UE y la normativa nacional RTPO.

🔹 Día 2: Metodología de inspección, evaluación de puntos críticos, auditoría de trayectoria y balance de masas.

🎯 ¿Dirigido a quién? Profesionistas interesados ​​en realizar inspecciones orgánicas en campo e instalaciones de procesos; personal responsable de implementar y dar mantenimiento a programas orgánicos; inspectores internos orgánicos que desean refrescar sus conocimientos en el área.

🚀 ¡CUPOS LIMITADOS! Asegura tu vacante hoy mismo.

👉 Formulario de inscripcióní: https://forms.gle/QQcsuNxPG5MXfn1c9

👉 Da el siguiente paso en tu carrera profesional.

Envíe un correo electrónico a [email protected] o un mensaje por WhatsApp al 995 854 924 o al 959 712 882 para recibir detalles sobre los costos, las opciones de pago y el formulario de inscripción.

📲 ¡Te esperamos!

05/27/2026

🌾Organic growth starts with strong supply chain connections.

The Organic Trade Association is hosting a Virtual Buyer-Seller Mixer June 18th in partnership with the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP). These events are designed to connect domestic producers with businesses actively seeking organic and transitional pulses.

Learn more at: ota.com/TOPP/Virtual-Mixers

05/24/2026

🌱 Join us Wednesday for Organic Certification 101 webinar and get a clear, practical overview of the certification process.
We’ll walk through the basic requirements, paperwork, timelines, and common questions so you can understand what to expect and how to get started.
📅 May 27
⏰ 10:00 AM (Central Time)
💻 Live on Zoom
Perfect for farmers, processors, and businesses exploring organic certification for the first time.
Join here:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83899713752?pwd=7vy7VIaaKyy6XMWJ6a8Fg99orOFuzL.1
Feel free to share with anyone interested in organic certification!

05/23/2026

🌱 Join us Tuesday for Spanish Organic Certification 101 webinar and get a clear, practical overview of the certification process.
We’ll walk through the basic requirements, paperwork, timelines, and common questions so you can understand what to expect and how to get started.
📅 May 26
⏰ 10:30 AM (Central Time)
💻 Live on Zoom
Perfect for farmers, processors, and businesses exploring organic certification for the first time.
Join here:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88473785959?pwd=ZyPRp06StETu1UayD4MygAZ8GFUvOv.1

Feel free to share with anyone interested in organic certification!

05/22/2026

🌱 Looking for organic farming workshops, webinars, field days, and educational events?

The Events Calendar at 👉 organictransition.org/events/ is your go-to place to find upcoming opportunities related to:
✔️ Transitioning to organic production
✔️ Organic certification
✔️ Conservation & NRCS programs
✔️ Organic marketing
✔️ Producer education & networking

Whether you’re actively transitioning or simply exploring organic practices, there’s something for everyone. Be sure to bookmark the page and check back often for new events!

📅 Explore upcoming events here: organictransition.org/events/

An up-to-date calendar of organic industry educational events, webinars, office hours, field days & more. Connect, find support, & grow organic!

05/20/2026

YOUR QUESTION

What is the purpose of an inspection?

OUR ANSWER

The purpose of your organic inspection is to verify that the information in your organic system plan (OSP) is accurate, and that your on-site practices comply with organic regulations.

Inspections are a pivotal part of maintaining the integrity of the organic supply chain, and you'll be required to have an inspection annually for as long as you are certified. Most inspections are announced, but organic certifiers are required to carry out a certain number of random, unannounced inspections each year.

If you have questions about your inspection, be sure to reach out to your reviewer or certification coordinator.