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
📋 Agenda for the Fall 2025 NOSB Meeting - Stay tuned!
📚 Proposals and Discussion Documents – Stay tuned! 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 Comment Webinars
Sign up to give 3-minute oral testimony to the NOSB - you can comment via webinar on May 5 or May 7.
By Zoom Webinar
Day 1: Tuesday, May 5 | Noon – 5:00 PM ET
Day 2: Thursday, May 7 | Noon – 5:00 PM ET
🔗 Stay tuned for registration information
✍️ Submit Written Comments
More details are forthcoming.
🔗 Submit Written Comments
📅 NOSB Public Meeting Schedule (In-Person in Omaha + Live-streamed on Zoom)
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
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.
📲 Follow NOC on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook for live updates and commentary during the NOSB meeting.
Let us know if you plan to comment or need support preparing—your voice matters!