Sustainable food pioneers launch programs to grow supply of socially, eco-friendly food
BAMCO, Pacific Coast Fruit offer financial incentives to certify suppliers under Food Alliance sustainability standards

Two leading companies in the sustainable food movement have announced separate incentive programs to increase their supply of certified-sustainable products and ingredients.

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USDA announces new procedures to boost enforcement of organic standards
Since January, NOP has closed 87 complaints and issued three civil penalties

The U.S. Department of Agriculture late Wednesday issued new procedures requiring the National Organic Program to collaborate with accredited certifying agents in investigating cases while handling all enforcement actions.

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