Everything You Need to Know About the Spring 2025 NOSB Meeting
The National Organic Standards Board (NOSB) meeting is back on! The Spring 2025 NOSB Meeting will now take place virtually on its originally scheduled dates: April 29–May 1, 2025. While the announcement and meeting materials were delayed, the National Organic Coalition (NOC) is grateful that the Board’s critical work will proceed as planned.
The NOSB plays a central role in maintaining the integrity of organic standards. This 15-member citizen board has statutory authority over what substances are allowed or prohibited in organic production. Through a transparent and public process, the NOSB evaluates scientific evidence, considers input from the organic community, and helps protect the organic label from political influence or special interest pressure.
Whether you're a farmer, advocate, or curious consumer, this is your opportunity to make your voice heard. Here's how to get involved:
📄 NOSB Meeting Resources
📚 Proposals and Discussion Documents – These are the issues up for discussion and public comment.
🗣️ Public Comment Webinars
Sign up to give 3-minute oral testimony to the NOSB and tune in to hear public comment. The oral comment slots fill up quickly so sign up asap!
Day 1: Tuesday, April 22 | Noon – 5:00 PM ET
Day 2: Thursday, April 24 | Noon – 5:00 PM ET
🔗 Join the Webinar: Click to Join
Meeting ID: 160 711 8111
Deadline to sign up: April 9 – but spots may fill earlier. Don’t wait!
✍️ Submit Written Comments
Written comments are due by 11:59 PM ET on April 28. We recommend submitting early to ensure NOSB members have time to review your input.
🔗 Submit Written Comments
📅 NOSB Public Meeting Schedule (Virtual)
Day 1: Tuesday, April 29 | Noon – 5:00 PM ET
Day 2: Wednesday, April 30 | Noon – 5:00 PM ET
Day 3: Thursday, May 1 | Noon – 5:00 PM ET
🔗 Join the Meeting: Click to Join
Meeting ID: 161 675 2643
📲 Follow NOC on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook for live updates and commentary during the NOSB meeting.
Let us know if you plan to comment or need support preparing—your voice matters!
📢 Upcoming Virtual Events: Organic Policy & Advocacy in Action
Join NOC for two free virtual gatherings this spring:
✅ Pre-NOSB Meeting – April 28, 1 to 3 pm ET
✅ Organic Summit – May 20, 1 to 4 pm ET
The National Organic Coalition (NOC) is proud to continue bringing the organic community together for timely, solution-oriented conversations in connection with National Organic Standards Board meetings. These two virtual events offer a chance to hear directly from farmers, advocates, and policy experts about the topics the NOSB will discuss this spring, alongside the biggest issues facing organic today—and how we can take action together.