June 1 Deadline for National Organic Standards 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].