women in agriculture Archives

October 2, 2024

miyo mîciwin – miyo mâcihowin: Indigenous peoples and food in Canada

In June of 2015 the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada (TRC) released its 94 Calls to Action , which seek to redress the legacy of residential schools and advance processes of reconciliation in Canada. As implied in the deliberate naming of the TRC, ‘truth’ must come before ‘reconciliation’

October 1, 2024

Exploring the Roots of Organic Farming: COTA’s visit to Rodale Institute

I have been on my organic journey for 3 years now and I am constantly learning everywhere I can to deepen my organic knowledge. If you have not connected with me before now, I am Sophie Marvell, the Senior Communications Coordinator here at the Canada Organic Trade Association (COTA).

June 27, 2024

Celebrating 15 Years of Organic Excellence!

This year marks the 15th anniversary of the Canada Organic Regime (COR). Established to uphold the highest standards of organic integrity, COR has blossomed into a globally respected system while also earning the status of the most in-demand sustainability claim in Canada.

May 29, 2024

George Brown College Achieves Historic Milestone: Awarded COTA’s Gold Organic Campus Designation, a Canadian First

In April 2023, George Brown College in Toronto became Canada's first post-secondary institution to earn the Gold Organic Campus Designation from the Canada Organic Trade Association, showcasing its commitment to sustainability.

April 22, 2024

Enhancing Sustainability: Nitrogen Management and Cover Crops in Organic Farming

Organic farming, rooted in ecological and biological principles, offers a pathway toward sustainable agriculture. By adopting nitrogen management practices and integrating cover crops, farmers can not only enhance soil health but also contribute significantly to reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.

March 8, 2024

Organic Empowerment: Honoring Women’s Contributions in Organic

We’ve seen significant change within the organic sector in the last few years and a lot of the growth we’re witnessing has come from the incredible dedication of the many women driving the organic movement.

September 28, 2023

In Recognition of Truth and Reconciliation Day

In recognition of Truth and Reconciliation Day in Canada, the Canada Organic Trade Association (COTA) acknowledges that Indigenous communities around the world have, for centuries, cultivated the land with a profound understanding of the natural environment.

September 11, 2023

Embrace the Organic Movement: Your Guide to Organic Week

In a world increasingly conscious of health, sustainability, and the origins of their food, Organic Week 2023 is set to captivate audiences like never before.

August 15, 2023

Making the connection between organic farming, climate change, and the social & environmental justice movement

When I joined Nature’s Path Organic Foods in 2016, I signed up for something bigger than just making delicious organic food or managing environmental projects; I joined a team with a purpose of “always leaving the earth, communities and team members better than they found them”.