Oregon Tilth

Oregon Tilth, Inc. is a nonprofit organization that provides certification, education, and advocacy for organic agriculture and products. The company was founded in 1974 by a group of farmers, gardeners, and consumers who wanted to promote organic farming practices and standards in Oregon and beyond. Oregon Tilth's mission is to build a brighter food future for people and planet by making the food system and agriculture biologically sound and socially equitable.

Oregon Tilth offers organic certification services for farmers, ranchers, handlers, and processors who comply with the USDA National Organic Program (NOP) regulations and other international standards. The company also provides technical assistance, training, and resources to help organic producers and businesses succeed in the market. Oregon Tilth has certified over 1,600 operations in 49 states and 14 countries, covering more than 3 million acres of land.

Oregon Tilth is also a leader in education and advocacy for organic and sustainable agriculture. The company publishes In Good Tilth, a magazine that features stories about innovation, solutions, and challenges in the food and farming sector. Oregon Tilth also organizes events, workshops, webinars, and conferences to share knowledge and best practices among organic stakeholders and the public. Oregon Tilth collaborates with other organizations, government agencies, nonprofits, and businesses to advance the organic movement and influence policy and research.

Oregon Tilth is committed to sustainability and social justice in its own operations and activities. The company follows the principles of the triple bottom line: people, planet, and profit. Oregon Tilth strives to reduce its environmental impact by using renewable energy, recycling, composting, and purchasing eco-friendly products and services. Oregon Tilth also supports diversity, equity, and inclusion among its staff, board, clients, and partners, and works to address the systemic barriers and challenges faced by marginalized communities in the food system. Oregon Tilth aims to create a positive and lasting change in the world through its work and values.