June 1 Deadline for National Organic Standards Board
May 19, 2021
USDA seeks four nominees for organic board.
The National Organic Standards Board (NOSB), a 15-member volunteer advisory board appointed by the Secretary of Agriculture, is looking for four nominees for its board.
Each member serves a five-year term and represents specific sectors of the organic community. Current openings for positions beginning January 2022 include:
One individual who owns or operates an organic farming operation or an employee of such individual.
One individual with expertise in areas of environmental protection and resource conservation.
One individual who represents public interest or consumer interest groups.
One individual with expertise in the fields of toxicology, ecology, or biochemistry.
NOSB considers public comments and makes recommendations on the National List of Allowed and Prohibited Substances; and other topics involved in organic agriculture. Congress designed the Board to make sure that a broad range of industry perspectives are represented.
There are two ways to apply:
Written applications must include: Resume, AD-755 application form and Name of the position to which you are applying. Applications may also include a cover letter and letters of reference (neither is required).
Electronic submissions are preferred and should be emailed to [email protected].
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