Everything You Need to Know about the Spring 2026 NOSB Meeting
The National Organic Standards Board (NOSB) will be meeting in Omaha, Nebraska on May 12 -14, 2026. The NOC ‘Pre-NOSB’ Meeting will be held on Monday, May 11.
The NOSB plays a central role in maintaining the integrity of organic standards. This 15-member citizen board has statutory authority over what substances are allowed or prohibited in organic production. Through a transparent and public process, the NOSB evaluates scientific evidence, considers input from the organic community, and helps protect the organic label from political influence and special interest pressure.
Whether you're a farmer, advocate, or curious consumer, this is your opportunity to make your voice heard. Here's how to get involved:
📄 NOSB Meeting Resources
📚 Proposals and Discussion Documents – These are the issues up for discussion and public comment.
📢 NOC Pre-NOSB Meeting
Join NOC for a community-wide gathering in Omaha, alongside the NOSB meeting:
✅ Pre-NOSB Meeting – Monday, May 11, 9 am to 5 pm CT
The National Organic Coalition (NOC) is proud to continue bringing the organic community together for timely, solution-oriented conversations in connection with National Organic Standards Board meetings. This spring’s meeting offers a chance to hear directly from farmers, advocates, and policy experts about on-the ground realities for organic farms, federal policy issues, NOSB topics, and ways you can take action to support organic.
🗣️ Public Comments
Sign up to give 3-minute oral testimony to the NOSB - you can comment via webinar on May 5 or May 7 on in person in Omaha on May 12.
By Zoom Webinar
Day 1: Tuesday, May 5 | Noon – 5:00 PM ET
Day 2: Thursday, May 7 | Noon – 5:00 PM ET
🔗 Click here to register to speak during the webinar. The deadline to register for an oral comment slot is 11:59 p.m. ET on April 27, 2026, or until capacity is reached. Often, oral comment slots fill up quickly so we encourage you to register asap.🔗 Watch/Listen to the comment webinars virtually (use the same link for both days): Join from a PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone or Android device.
Please click this URL to join: https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1616339671
In Person
In Omaha: Tues., May 12, in person in Omaha, Nebraska, approximately 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. CT.
🔗Click here to register to speak during the in-person meeting in Omaha. The deadline to register for an oral comment slot is 11:59 p.m. ET on April 27, 2026, or until capacity is reached. In person oral comment slots fill up especially quickly, so we encourage you to register asap.
✍️ Submit Written Comments - due May 4
The deadline to submit written comments is 11:59 p.m. ET on May 4, 2026. Reach out to NOC if you would like support in preparing written comments.
🔗 Submit Written Comments
📅 NOSB Public Meeting Schedule (In-Person in Omaha + Live-streamed on Zoom)
📋 Agenda for the Spring 2026 NOSB Meeting
Day 1: Tuesday, May 12 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM CT
Day 2: Wednesday, May 13 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM CT
Day 3: Thursday, May 14 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM CT
Watch/Listen to the meeting virtually (use the same link for all three days): Join from a PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone or Android device.
Please click this URL to join: https://www.zoomgov.com/s/1617918296
Webinar ID: 161 791 8296
Book a Hotel Room
Embassy Suites Omaha - Downtown/Old Market
555 S. 10th Street
Omaha, NE 68102
T: + 1 (402) 346-9000
Room rate: $149.00/night
Reservation link. Reservation cutoff April 24, 2026.
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Let us know if you plan to comment or need support preparing—your voice matters!