Yesterday, the National Organic Standards Board (NOSB) voted to allow hydroponic and aquaponic production to be certified under organic standards. Marianne Cufone issued the following statement:
“We’re very pleased that the NOSB made the right decision by voting not to prohibit hydroponic and aquaponic farms from USDA Organic certification…By siding with current science and recognizing that existing law purposely leaves the door open for various farming methods, the NOSB is sending a critical message that sustainability and innovation are valuable in U.S. agriculture.”