On June 14, the Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) National Organic Program (NOP) hosted a one-hour training webinar for organic handlers on Organic Integrity in the Supply Chain. Organic handlers play a vital role in the global organic control system, which includes strict production standards; accreditation of certifiers; certification of farmers, processors and handlers; and enforcement. 
We are offering the webinar again on June 28 for those who may have had audio issues or could not participate in the first webinar.  
We are also sharing the following resources that relate to this important topic: 
  • June 14, 2017 Webinar Slides : These are the slides that were shared on the webinar: "Organic Integrity in the Supply Chain"
  • Self-Guided Training for Handlers:  This 30-minute video on YouTube covers similar material as presented on the June 14 webinar, and is a great option for those who cannot attend the live events. 
Webinar Logistics 
Date:  Wednesday, June 28, 2017
Time:  1:00-2:00 PM U.S. Eastern Time
If you preview the materials above and have questions you want us to consider for the webinar, please send before 12 PM (Noon), U.S. Eastern time on June 27, 2017 to NOP.Guidance@ams.usda.gov
This is an online event. Please be sure your speakers are on. The audio for the webinar should come through your computer speakers – make sure your volume is on. You will not need to install any extra plug-ins/software. Test your computer before the meeting 

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