I began working for Oregon Tilth 23 years ago. In the last two decades, I’ve watched the promise of this sector grow. Organic is not a fad; it’s a lasting movement propelling us towards a brighter future. Organic supports and promotes – soil health, biodiversity, clean water, worker safety, economic opportunity and good food for all people.

We look to nature for models of sustainability. Natural systems are predicated on balance and holistic principles and sustained through connection, collaboration and community. Oregon Tilth pursues a biologically sound and socially equitable agricultural future through diverse strategies. Organic certification leverages a marketplace where informed consumer choice provides incentives for improved stewardship and best practices. Our engaged teams work hard every day to empower our clients, those on the front lines of our food system. We consistently advocate for our foundational mission, equitable and just agriculture. We partner with government agencies and universities to increase support and further technical expertise for organic practices. We meet with legislators and policymakers to advocate for increased public investment in organic.

Together, we form a larger community we affectionately call Tilth Nation. It’s a nation defined not by borders but by a common cause. Tilth Nation’s collective experience, skill and spirit offer the possibility for positive and transformative change. If we establish common ground on shared goals, then our conversations can focus on the pathways to achieving a brighter food future for people and the planet, together.