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OREGON TILTH SUPPORTS ORGANIC FOR ALL
THE OPPORTUNITY IN ORGANIC IS INFINITE. ORGANIC AGRICULTURE ACTIVITY HAS A POSITIVE IMPACT ON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.
Organic Agriculture activity increases median household income by over $2,000 and lowers the county’s poverty rate by as much as 1.3 %.
The organic food industry is one of the fastest-growing sectors in United States agriculture. Oregon Tilth does not just work in high organic activity areas, we lead progressive and substantial economic development initiatives. Oregon Tilth staff, allies, clients and services span across borders, socioeconomic status and cultures, uniting a nation focused on building a brighter food future, together.
Our work to create a culture that provides opportunity and access for all is rooted in our foundational mission. We’re enriching people and planet, together.
Our thinking is this – when we invest in our staff, the communities we serve, the clients we care for and our vision, our economic development potential is endless.
JOIN US IN OUR MISSION TO MAKE OUR FOOD SYSTEM AND AGRICULTURE BIOLOGICALLY SOUND AND SOCIALLY EQUITABLE.
Organic Trade Association (OTA) (2016). “U.S. Organic Hotspots and their Benefit to Local Economies,” [White Paper]. Jaenicke. https://ota.com/sites/default/files/indexed_files/OTA-HotSpotsWhite Paper-OnlineVersion.pdf
OREGON TILTH ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT HIGHLIGHTS
Oregon Tilth was one of the first certifiers to transition to an entirely remote workforce. Investing in a remote workforce means more diversity, better service to our clients, flexibility for our staff, more organizational opportunities and increased access to the organic industry.
Oregon Tilth was the first organic certifier to bring inspectors on staff as full-time employees with benefits. We wanted inspectors with the highest integrity to have employment safety protecting the purity of organic and the Oregon Tilth brand.
We invested in additional jobs in the organization that offer development potential.
In response to continued organic awareness and growth, Oregon Tilth is creating innovative strategies and building strong partnerships to provide the highest quality service and advocacy.
