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Certified OrganicM A G A Z I N ECCOF Inc.Board ofDirectorsWill Daniels,Chair/TreasurerMalcolm Ricci,Vice ChairStephanie Alexandre,SecretaryAllen HarthornCindy LashbrookCarl RosatoClaudia SmithJohn TeixeiraPaul UnderhillMagazine Production:Editor-in-Chief: Peggy Miars (peggy@ccof.org)Publisher: CCOF, Inc.Jane Baker (jane@ccof.org)Production Manager: Bridgett McGrathWriters: Elizabeth Barba, Annelise Kelly, Jake Lewin,Bridgett McGrath, Peggy Miars, Claudia Reid,Jill SpevacekEric Fraser (Group Leader), and Kurt West (Art Director).Advertising Sales: Eric Fraser, Teamworkx llc,(707)921-6152, advertising@ccof.org.ISSN 1940-8870 © CCOF 2009CCOF CertificationServices, LLCManagement CommitteeEmily Brown RosenRon EnomotoKaren Klonsky, Ph.D.Peggy MiarsSean Swezey, Ph.D.CCOF FoundationBoard of TrusteesCathy Holden, ChairShawn Harrison, Vice ChairCindy Lashbrook, SecretaryJim Zeek, TreasurerMonte BlackAllen HarthornNew Leaf Paper has provided us withan ecologically sane and cost-effectivemagazine. This edition of Certified Organicis printed on New Leaf Sakura Silk 71#text, which is made from 100% de-inkedrecycled fiber, processed chlorine free,and designated Ancient Forest Friendly.Learn more at www.newleafpaper.com.ContentsFirst Words 4Member News 5In The News 8Organic Gives Back 10Organic Produce Nourishes the Hungry 15Education & Promotion 16Know Your CCOF 21Certification News 22Advocacy 26Events Calendar 28Website Reviews 31Member News 32Member Listings 34Classified Ads 41“Certified Organic” is published quarterly by CCOF and servesCCOF’s diverse membership base and others in the organiccommunity including consumers and affiliated businesses. Lettersto the editor should be sent to peggy@ccof.org. CCOF reservesthe right to edit or omit submissions and letters received.COVER PHOTO:People’s Grocery: Growing JusticeSummer ProgramIn addition to providing fresh, organic producefrom their certified organic farm, People’sGrocery hires youth to participate in an intensive,eight week job training and leadershipdevelopment program centered on organicfarming, nutrition and food justice. Thefeature article in this issue of Certified Organiclooks at the diverse ways CCOF members goabove and beyond to make positive impacts intheir communities. Read more about People’s Grocery on page 10.Interested in writing for “Certified Organic”?Please contact marketing@ccof.orgCCOF Certified Organic Magazine—Fall 20093

Member NewsNew Certified Hotel in NapaCCOF is pleased to announceour first certified organic hotel vegetablegarden. Located in the center ofYountville, in the heart of Napa county,the Bardessono Hotel and Spa hosts62 suites, a luxury spa and a restaurantthat serves food from the hotel’svery own CCOF certified organicgarden. Bardessono also incorporatesa number of energy-efficient andenvironmentally conscious designelements and practices, which aredesigned to achieve the Leadership inEnergy and Environmental Design’s(LEED) Platinum certification, thehighest standard for environmentaldesign. Eco-conscious tourists nowhave the perfect place to stay, relax,unwind and eat great organic foodwhile exploring the numerous CCOFcertified organic wineries in the region.To find out more about BaredessonoHotel, visit www.bardessono.com.CCOF Members DevelopInnovative Wine PackagingDeLoach Vineyards has partnered withThe Fairmont San Francisco Hotel todevelop a Barrel-to-Barrel program,offering their award-winning Pinot Noirin a convenient 10-liter barrel to hotelsand restaurants. The barrel, containingthe equivalent of 13 standard bottlesof wine, reduces the carbon footprintassociated with conventional packagingwhile preserving the wine’s exceptionalquality. When re-ordered, the winearrives in a recyclable 10L eco-bagthat fits easily inside of the barrel,protecting the wine from oxidationand maintaining exceptional taste.California Natural Products nowoffers a CalNaturale 2008 CabernetSauvignon in a convenient and sustainableTetra Pak. The liter Pak is 19%lighter than traditional glass bottles andcarries 33% morewine. The wine isalso offered in a500mL Pak. TheTetra Pak carton isportable, unbreakable,lightweightand easy to open,offering a convenientalternative to a glass bottle, whileusing a portion of the energy normallyrequired to produce wine containers.Seventy percent of the product’s packagingcomes from renewable resources.Stonyfield Farm Attacks CowBurps with New FeedIn an effort to curb greenhouse gasemissions from the burps of their dairycows, Stonyfield Farm began a newdiet regimen with a new feed whichincludes foods high in Omega 3 suchas alfalfa, flax and grasses. Since theprogram’s inception, Stonyfield hasreduced methane emissions fromtheir cows by an average of 12%. Themilk produced is also significantlyhigher in nutritional value. Stonyfieldstates, “If every US dairy were toadopt this approach, in less than oneyear, the amount of greenhouse gasemissions we could reduce would bethe equivalent of taking more thanhalf a million cars of the road!”Albert’s Organics WinsUniversity ContractCCOF Supporting Member, Albert’sOrganics, was recently awarded a contractwith the University of Coloradoat Boulder. The $90,000 contractbrought organic produce and otheritems including vegan salad dressing,meats and cheeses to the university’seateries. The contract ran for a monthwith Albert’s delivering a minimum ofthree deliveries a week to the campus.Whole Foods MarketOffers Loans to SmallProducersThe Whole Foods Market LocalProducers Loan Program offers up to$100,000 to small producers. Sincethe program’s inception in 2006,Whole Foods has committed $2.5million to businesses trying to succeed.With a goal to reach $10 million theloan program offers no closing fees,repayment fees, or application feesfor its recipients. Interest rates varyfrom 5 to 9%. Applicants attest to thestraightforwardness and simplicity ofthe application and loan process. Theapplication can be downloaded fromthe Whole Foods Market website atwww.wholefoodsmarket.com/values/local-producer-loan-program.php.Sweet Earth ChocolatesOpens Retail ShopSweet Earth Organic Chocolatesopened its first retail shop in San LuisObispo on July 11. The shop offers aselection of award-winning chocolates,memorabilia and body care products.Profits benefit small farmers in Ghanaand Cote D’Ivoire through Project Hopeand Fairness. For more information,visit www.sweetearthchocolates.com.Continued on page 32CCOF Certified Organic Magazine—Fall 20095

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In The NewsUncommon Ground Raises theRoof on OrganicsUncommon Ground has beenrecognized as the nation’s firstrestaurant with their own certifiedorganic rooftop garden. Owners,Helen and Michael Cameron, startedthe restaurant with the idea of testingout organic farming for themselves.The organic garden is located on the2,500-square-foot rooftop in Chicago.The produce that Uncommon Groundgrows can only be enjoyed in mealsat their restaurant. The restaurant hasalso received numerous awards for theirsustainable efforts such as: ChicagoMagazine’s 2008 award as Best NewRestaurant, Time Out Chicago’s 2008award as Best New Breakfast Spot,the U. S. Green Building Council’s2009 Environmotion award and theEdgewater Chamber of Commerce’s2009 Green Business of the Yearaward. For more information aboutUncommon Ground visit their websiteat www.uncommonground.com.Organic Farms as SubdivisionAmenitiesFrom Central California to Vermont,developers are establishing residentialsubdivisions around organic farms. EdMcMahon, a senior fellow with theUrban Land Institute, stated, “Thereare currently at least 200 projects thatinclude agriculture as a key communitycomponent.” He finds that open spaceimproves the return for developers. Byliving near a farm, homeowners haveaccess to open space for visual aesthetics,wholesome activities for childrenand trails for recreational purposes. ThePrairie Crossing, a subdivision amongagricultural land in Boise, Idaho, servesas an innovative model for future developers;the 1,756-acre project repaida $12 million loan and claimed a $2.8million pretax profit by selling 785 of2008 lots by 2008.U.S Department of AgricultureReleases 2007 Census ofAgricultureThe U. S. Department of Agricultureranked California, Wisconsin,Washington, and New York as the topfour states in the nation, touting thelargest numbers of organic farms. The2007 census of agriculture showedthat out of the 20,437 nationwideorganic farms, California boasts 3,515occupying 368,934 acres of farmland.California remains a major contributorto the US sales of organic production,which totaled $1.7 billion in 2007.Read the full report at www.agcensus.usda.gov.New Report Finds GreaterBenefits of Organic FoodThe Agronomy for SustainableDevelopment Journal published a reportin May 2009 by the French Agencyfor Food Safety (AFSSA), which showsthe benefits of organic food comparedto conventionally grown food. Thestudy performed an evaluation of thenutritional and sanitary quality oforganic food and found that organicplant products contain more dry matterand minerals (Fe, Mg) and anti-oxidantmicronutrients such as phenols andsalicylic acid than their conventionalcounterparts. Additionally, organicanimal products contain more polyunsaturatedfatty acids shown to lower therisk of heart attacks and cardiovasculardiseases. The research also showedorganic vegetables contain around 50%less nitrates than conventionally grownfood and 94–100% of organic fooddoes not contain pesticide residues.U. S. Families IncreaseHousehold Purchases ofOrganic ProductsThe economic recession has notstopped U. S. families from spendingthe extra dollar on organic products.The 2009 U. S. Families’ OrganicAttitudes and Beliefs Study, sponsoredby the Organic Trade Association (OTA)and KIWI Magazine, found three out often U. S. families are purchasing moreorganic products compared to a yearago. Seventeen percent of surveyedU. S. families reported an increase inhousehold spending on organics overthe last year.8 CCOF Certified Organic Magazine—Fall 2009

In The NewsNumi Tea Launches NewSustainability ProjectsNumi Organic Tea Brand launcheda new carbon offset program in Junethat donates money to domestic windenergy and international water treatmentprojects, while also offsetting itstotal emissions for a year by purchasingrenewable energy certificates fromthe Wilton Wind Energy Center. Inaddition, all of Numi’s packagingmaterials are biodegradable, recyclable,and cello-wrap free. Post-consumerwaste or bamboo makes up ninety-fivepercent of their packaging materials.“We’ve strived to ensure that our valuesalign with the brand, and I think ourline extensions and product innovationhave been keys to our success,” statesthe co-founder and CEO of Numi,Ahmed Rahim.CCOF Certified Organic Magazine—Fall 20099

Organic Gives Backby: Bridgett McGrathEmbedded within the philosophy of organic agriculture and food production is thecommitment to protecting the soil and water for future generations and the vision for afood system that fosters a diverse and dynamic landscape. At CCOF, we have seen howmany of our members have taken this philosophy beyond the regulations and paperworkand addressed deeper concerns of human health, poverty, education and sustainableliving systems. In a year in which many people have suffered economic hardships andchallenges, we have chosen to focus on how organic is giving back. The stories featured inthis article provide just a few examples of how CCOF members have embraced a broadercommitment to their communities, both near and far, in truly remarkable ways.McEvoy Ranch stands on550 acres of a formerdairy farm in Petaluma, CA. Theranch boasts a longstandingreputation for producing someof the highest quality organicolive oil in the country. “Fromthe very beginning our goalhas been to produce the bestolive oil” says Jefferey Creque,McEvoy Ranch OperationsManager. “What that meansand how we achieve it hasmade us take a broader communityand world view.”Over the past few yearsMcEvoy Ranch found anincreasing number of donationrequests coming fromvarious organizations withintheir community. McEvoy staffmembers needed to formulatea strategy for responding. Theyput together a 10% Fund, wherea percentage of the fees associatedwith the public tours ofthe ranch would be donated tovarious organizations includingthe Marin Agricultural Land Trust(MALT), UCSC Farm and GardenProgram, Strybing Arboretumand the Petaluma EducationalFoundation among others.Several staff members wereinvolved in these educationalprograms before working forMcEvoy Ranch, so supportingthem is something that remainsvery close and personal.“We see our responsibility asagriculturalists through the lensesof an organic farmer, but know thatin order to share our commitmentwe must form a business model thatconnects our visitors to our mission.”– Jefferey Creque, McEvoy RanchClockwise from top: The McEvoy family, tour of the McEvoyranch, Jean Leducq founder of Elhers Estate and the LeducqFoundationJeff believes the 10% Fundprogram, “provides [McEvoyRanch] with a systematic wayof dealing with a variety ofrequests, which in turn fosters alot of awareness of the needs ofagricultural institutions amongstthe broader community.”McEvoy Ranch has receivedan overwhelming amount ofpositive feedback from tourattendees since it began. “Ithas been a catalyst for touristswho have never heard of theseprograms to get involved. We’rejust happy to get the word out.”Ehlers Estate winemaker andgeneral manager, KevinMorrisey wears many differenthats in his position overseeingthe winery’s operations, but forhim all of the long hours areworth it; “You work harder whenyou know where the money isgoing and the impact it makes.”Jean Leducq, founder ofEhlers Estate, had a vision ofcreating a French-style wineryin the heart of Napa Valley. Hededicated his life to producingrich and complex wines and hisentrepreneurial success wenthand-in-hand with his philanthropicwork. As a long-timesufferer of heart disease, Jean,along with his wife Sylvaine,saw a need for more work tobe done in understanding,10 CCOF Certified Organic Magazine—Fall 2009

diagnosing and treating cardiovascular disease. As a resultthey founded the Leducq Foundation with the intention ofencouraging innovative cardiovascular research throughinternational collaboration.Jean also wanted hispassion for winemaking tolive on long after him andafter his death in 2002, theestate was left in trust to theLeducq Foundation with 100%of its profits used to fundthe Foundation’s research.Currently the foundationfunds 23 grants in 16 differentcountries and hasprovided $170 million since1999. Unlike many privatelyfunded projects, the researchconducted with grants fromthe Leducq Foundation mustbe shared publicly throughoutthe cardiovascular researchcommunity. The grants areawarded across internationalborders to a network ofresearchers. “The most basic, cutting edge research is oftenthe most difficult to find funding for,” says Kevin. “What setsthe Leducq Foundation apart from other research grants is thecommitment to transparency and collaboration. Disease andsuffering have no nationality and the ability to cross bordershas a significant impact, especially for developing nations.”Trent and Linda McNair, owners of Surf City Growers,both worked in the high-tech industry before they madethe decision to quit their jobs and open an organic nursery.The McNairs have developed a My First Organic seed startingkit that encourages parents to teach their children aboutwhere their food comes fromand how it is grown. The kitincludes all of the suppliesnecessary to produce a varietyof organic vegetables as wellas a coloring book explainingthe process of growing healthyfood. For every kit that is sold,a percentage of the proceeds isdonated to a school of choice.Since the launch of the kit,the McNairs have had a waveof positive responses from bothparents and teachers. “It isexciting to see the momentumof the grow-your-own movement.Parents are gettingoutside with their children,away from the computer andvideo games, and engaging inactivities that teach responsibilityand understanding ofCCOF Certified Organic Magazine—Fall 2009Linda and Trent McNair (right) work with local Central Coastschools to set up organic vegetable gardens and classroomcurricula.People’s Grocery fosters nutrition education, job training andcommunity outreach through various programs in West Oakland.where their food comes from,” says Linda. Yet, although thefeedback was great, Linda and Trent felt that they were onlyscratching the surface. “We saw a big hole in the Californiaeducation system as scienceprograms weakened due tolack of funds and suppliesand we wanted to developa curriculum that wouldprovide a hands on learningexperience” says Trent.As a result, Trent andLinda have begun creating anall-inclusive K-2 ClassroomKit that will include a TeacherResource Pack with instructionsand lesson plans. Theyhave also teamed up withThe National GardenersAssociation (NGA), whoprovide an importantdistribution channel thatallows teachers all over thenation to access the curriculum.“They were the firstfolks to stand up and say‘yup we want to be a part of it’” says Trent. “It’snot just about gardening; it’s about making links toearth science, environmentalism and nutrition.”When asked about their hopes for the future, Trentresponded, “we know we will have made a difference whenwe are able to work and live in a sustainable food systemthat allows us to produce and deliver organic food withinour own county, with that money going back to our localschools and economy.”In a West Oakland community where families struggle tomeet their basic needs, the conversation around organicfarming undoubtedly sits onthe periphery. Yet the managersof People’s Grocerymade a personal decisionto have the organization’sthree-acre farm in Sunolcertified organic, serving asa catalyst to conversationsabout sustainability whilefortifying a passion for communitydriven agriculture.Brahm Ahmadi andMalaika Edwards, the cofoundersof People’s Grocery,saw that the need for foodaccess remained continuallyunanswered. After yearsof working against unjustsystems within urban areas,looking at food insecurityseemed the logical jumpingoff point. They realized thatContinued on page 1211

Continued from page 11they needed to take on a holistic vision if they wanted toeffectively address health and social justice within their community.The types of health problems they were seeing weredirectly related to an environment void ofgrocery stores and access to healthy foods.People’s Grocery has developed anumber of programs that focus on enterprisedevelopment, urban agriculture andcommunity outreach and education. Someof their projects include a Peer 2 Peerprogram in which fellow middle and highschool students educate each other aboutfood justice and eating healthy, job trainingthat provides communitymembers with skills tobe competitive in theworkplace and a modifiedCSA (communitysupported agriculture)program called TheGrub Box. The GrubBox allows residents tosubscribe to a seasonal,culturally-appropriate,affordable bag of organicfruits and vegetablesfrom the Sunol Farm andcommunity gardens on aweekly or bi-monthly basisat an affordable price.Through these programsPeople’s Grocery hasbeen able to make asignificant impact withintheir community andthey have big plans forthe future. They are inthe process of developinga program calledCommunity HANDS(Health and Nutrition Demonstrators), which trains communitymembers to deliver demonstrations and educate othercommunity members in exchange for compensation. Theyalso are in the early stages of building a fully equipped grocerystore in West Oakland. “We hope that through our projectswe can help build a new food system” shares Brahm.Local, community-based food movements gave birth tothe concept of integrated food systems, but in today’sglobal economy it is equally important to recognize the impactthat our food choices have on communities worldwide.Guayakí Yerba Mate began as a senior project of twostudents, Alex Pryor and David Karr, from Cal Poly Universityin San Luis Obispo. Their goal was to provide organicand fair trade yerba mate teas through an innovative businessmodel called Market Driven Restoration. Throughthis business model, Guayakí serves as a bridge, linkingconsumer purchases of healthy Yerba Mate products with“Our main belief is thatyou cannot uncouplesocial justice andenvironmental issues.”–Brahm Ahmadi,People’s Groceryindigenous communities engaged in sustainable agricultureand reforestation. “In the beginning our focus was organic,fair trade and shade grown, but we have evolved and grown,and with that growth we have felt the needto look at not just sustaining what we aredoing currently but also towards reparationof lands that have already been damaged,”says Pierre Ferrari, Guayaki’s VP ofMarketing. “The most important thing wecommunicate to our customers is that theprice they pay for their Yerba Mate is formore than what they hold in their hand.”Currently, Guayaki has a team of fiveemployees dedicatedto reforestation projectsin Argentina, Paraguayand Brazil. The teamprovides technical assistanceand support forfarmers by maintainingnurseries of indigenousplants while providingtechnical assistance inthe process of successionaltransplanting. Inaddition, Guayaki bringsexperts on organicfarming and local mategrowers together invarious seminars to talkabout the best possiblepractices. The seminarsare open to the entirecommunity, thus encouragingmany farmers toadopt organic practices.Guayaki’s biggestendeavor, 2000 by 2010,is an ambitious projectthat aims to establish therestoration of 2000 acres of rainforest land by the year 2010.In order to achieve this goal, they have launched a widevariety of new products. “Getting people to try somethingnew that they may never have heard of before can be quitea challenge” says Pierre, “but passion and awareness areinfectious. The more you begin to learn about the benefitsof Yerba Mate and the impact we are making on the areaswhere it is grown, the more you see how your choicesimpact a community thousands of miles away from you.”Guayaki’s reforestation team works with local farmers to repair rainforest landand establish sustainable farming models.Amidst the conversation with each of these individualsthere lies a common thread; each member views theirchoice to grow and produce organically as an integralpart of their overall mission. Giving back is not an afterthought,it is an extension of personal values that arecarried through every action and decision they make assuccessful business people. •12 CCOF Certified Organic Magazine—Fall 2009

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Organic Produce Nourishes the HungryBy Annelise KellyIn its 19-year history, Ag AgainstHunger (AAH) has distributedover 150 million pounds of surplusfresh produce from California’sSalinas and Pajaro Valleys. Due toprice fluctuations, picked processedvegetables and fruit from this productiveregion are often left unsoldor stuck in warehouses without abuyer; acres of nutritious crops getscheduled to be plowed under.The non-profit, founded byTim Driscoll of Driscoll StrawberryAssociates; Jess Brown, ExecutiveDirector of the Santa Cruz CountyFarm Bureau; and Willy Elliot-McCrae, Executive Director ofSecond Harvest Food Bank ofSanta Cruz County, is determined to channel abundant excess harvest tothe poor, whose diets are chronically short of fresh fruits and vegetables.In addition to distributing donations, AAH organizes gleaning parties torescue produce left in the field due to cosmetic blemishes or low prices.Of the 50-60 growers who contribute to AAH, about 10% havesome acreage under organic cultivation. According to Abby Silva-Taylor,the executive director of AAH, recipients appreciate both organicand conventional produce. She finds that small organic producers areparticularly active contributors to AAH’s gleaning program, and “theorganic growers tend to really make a connection with the gleaners.They go out in the fields and share their farm stories with volunteers.”A number of CCOF certified members are active participants in theAAH program. Earthbound Farm has been contributing to AAH since2006. Since then, “we have provided almost one million pounds offresh and nutritious produce” states Hillary Fish, Marketing Associatefor Earthbound Farm and a board member of AAH. She finds it “staggeringthat 20% of people living here in the Monterey Bay area arefood insecure.” Fresh produce is particularly valuable because “thelow income people in our community also live at the greatest risk ofobesity because they don’t have access to healthy food choices.”Each year, a number of Driscoll farms donate “20,000-100,000pounds of produce, depending on crop and market conditions”says Greg Anderson, Retail Sales Manager and AAH board member.“It’s so great to see the community come together for such a greatcause--feeding the hungry. They [AAH] have a long heritage of helpingthose in need and I think they’ll be around a long time.”Dale Coke, of Coke Farm/Jardines, appreciates the gleaningprogram because “it’s great that people get a chance to do thework and see what that’s like.”Thanks to the combined efforts of growers, distributors and socialservice agencies, Ag Against Hunger has become a model for producerecovery and distribution. Executive Director Abby Silva-Taylor welcomesinquires from anyone interested in pursuing a similar mission. “We’vehelped organizations throughout the country feed the hungry.” For moreinformation on how to get involved, visit www.agagainsthunger.org.Annelise Kelly is a Portland, Oregon-basedfood and travel writer. Her writing hasappeared in National Geographic Traveler,Pacific Fishing Magazine, The SantaCruz Weekly, the Salinas Californian, andPortland’s Southeast Examiner. She’s beeninterviewed on NPR’s Weekend Editionby Liane Hansen and was a prize-winnerin Lonely Planet’s “One Tank Getaway”contest. She has traveled extensively inEurope, Asia, the Caribbean and NorthAmerica, and is perpetually fascinated byfood, culture and issues of sustainability.CCOF Certified Organic Magazine—Fall 200915

Education & PromotionNapa Valley GrapegrowersOrganic WinegrowingConferenceThis year, CCOF again participated inthe Napa Valley Grapegrowers OrganicWinegrowing Conference held at Frog’sLeap Winery in Rutherford, CA on July23. Elizabeth Whitlow, CCOF’s NorthCoast Regional Service Representative,spoke on the process of becoming certifiedorganic and the pitfalls to avoid. Inaddition, Jody Biergel, CCOF Directorof Handler Certification, gave a presentationon the regulations revolvingaround organic wine labeling. Of theconference participants, a third werealready certified organic wine grapegrowers and wineries, another thirdwere in transition to organic and theremaining third were looking to learnElizabeth Whitlowmore about what is involved in organiccertification. “This is an excellent,informative event for all those interestedin learning about organic wine,grapegrowing, winemaking and newtechniques in pest management includingthe innovative vineyard equipmentnow available. We are very happy to beinvolved in the event” states Biergel.Eco-winegrowing in theNorth CoastCCOF also participated in “GrowingEven Greener: Eco-winegrowing inCalifornia’s North Coast Region” inAugust in Hopland, California. Thetwo day conference, hosted by UCCooperative Extension, the MendocinoWinegrape & Wine Commission andCalifornia Sustainable WinegrowingAlliance, was created to help grapegrowers learn about green trends andinnovations, and to further increasequality and market advantage throughsustainable, organic and biodynamicpractices in vineyards and wineries.Elizabeth Whitlow, CCOF’s NorthCoast Regional Service Representative,discussed organic wine labeling alongwith a panel of CCOF certified winemakers:Benziger, Mendocino WineCo. and Bonterra Vineyards. Otherinspiring topics at this event includeda discussion by Paul Dolan on ‘greenopportunities’; water conservation anddry farming in winegrapes, increasingresilience and biodiversity invineyards, carbon sequestration andinnovative pest management practices.The Organic SummitCCOF staff members attended theOrganic Summit conference inStevenson, Washington in June todiscuss the future of organic, emergingregulatory issues and market trends.Conference attendees were greeted bya video message from USDA DeputySecretary Kathleen Merrigan. Merrigancontinues to voice her commitment toorganic and shared her goal to integrateorganic into every agency within theUSDA. Her comments marked anhistoric day for the organic sector.Certification Staff TrainingToursCCOF Certification Staff members tookpart in a number of tours of CCOF certifiedprocessing facilities over the pastyear. The tours allow our staff to keepup-to-date on various steps and proceduresin organic processing and providea more comprehensive background foranswering questions from our certifiedmembers. We would like to thankFresno Cooperative Raisin Growers,Tomatek Processing, Fetzer Winery,Marich Confectionary, and StrausCreamery for taking the time to providetours through their facilities. If CCOFmembers are interested in hosting toursplease email marketing@ccof.org.Continued on page 1916 CCOF Certified Organic Magazine—Fall 2009

Education & PromotionContinued from page 16Organic Strawberry WorkshopCCOF partnered with the OrganicResearch Network to promote theirseries of workshops on organic strawberriesand vegetables, which tookplace in Watsonville, CA and concludeda five year study on pest controland fertility management for organicstrawberries. The projects were conductedby researchers from UC SantaCruz, UC Davis and the Universityof California Cooperative Extension(UCCE). With the focus of most of thestudies centered in California’s CentralCoast, the results proved especiallyvaluable for strawberry farmers in thisregion. The first day of presentationsfocused on soil fertility managementin organic strawberry and vegetableproduction. The majority of the trialsfocused on nitrogen (N) fertility usinga mixture of cover crops and timedapplication of organic N fertilizers. Thesecond day of presentations focusedon evaluating the challenges of pestmanagement and the struggle to maintaina vital production level througheffective disease control. For moreinformation on these studies, visit www.ccof.org/org_resources_ucscstrawberries.phpor visit www.agroecology.com to access presentation material.SAVETHEDATE:Attend the CCOF 2010 ConventionCCOF invites you to join us for our 2010 Annual ConventionFebruary 6-7 at the Dairy Pavilion at CSU Chico.The convention combines CCOF’s two-day Educational Conference entitled“Healthy Soils, Healthy Food” with our Annual Meeting.Contact ccof@ccof.org for more information.CCOF Certified Organic Magazine—Fall 200919

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Know Your CCOFJon Grucci,Handler Certification SpecialistJon Grucci cameto CCOF over eightmonths ago with aBachelor’s degreein Geography fromthe University ofDelaware. Prior tojoining CCOF, heworked with Devine Consultants foreight years, where he designed andtook care of custom home vineyards.Jon spends most of his time reviewingnew applications for food handling/processingcompanies and updating organicsystem plans. He is passionate aboutorganic and sustainable agriculture.Outside of CCOF, he enjoys music, especiallypercussion, and has a fondnessfor camping and backpacking. Whilehe would like to travel world-wide, heis happy tending to his plants at homethrough landscaping and gardening.Bridgett McGrath,Marketing SpecialistBridgett McGrathbegan working atCCOF as an internin September 2007while a student atUC Santa Cruz.Bridgett was one ofthe first membersof the CCOF internship program. Shegraduated with a Bachelor’s degree inEnvironmental Studies in June of 2008.Bridgett was thrilled to return to CCOFas a full-time staff member in October2008. As Marketing Specialist, she editsthe quarterly magazine, maintains theCCOF website, coordinates events andtradeshows, manages the intern teamand talks to prospective applicantslooking to become certified organic.Outside of CCOF, Bridgett loves theoutdoors and enjoys hiking, collectingrocks, gardening and admittedly confessesto being a big architecture geek.Kelly Lehman,Grower/Certification SpecialistKelly started workingfor CCOF justover seven monthsago. Before comingto California,she worked forPennsylvaniaCertified Organic,also as a certification specialist. She receivedher post-graduate degree in Lawwith a concentration in EnvironmentalLaw and worked at an environmentallaw firm. Her current work at CCOFinvolves reviewing applications fromnew applicants, handling inquiries overthe phone and working with othermembers of the grower certificationstaff. Kelly enjoys her job here becauseshe feels that the office is a greatand open learning environment (andthe location is great, too!). Her hobbiesoutside of CCOF involve hiking,tending to her backyard garden andcooking.February 6 – 7, 2009Dairy Pavilion, Chico CASAVE THE DATE:“Healthy Soils, Healthy Food”CCOF Education ConferenceCCOF’s two-day Educational Conference will includepresentations; break out sessions and farm tours aimedat helping participants understand the complex relationshipbetween soil, inputs, resources, outputs and thefood system. The keynote speaker, Tim LeSalle, ExecutiveDirector of the Rodale Institute, will be discussing newresearch that shows the positive effects healthy soilcan have on our environment. Other participants willinclude CSU Chico faculty, local growers and processorsand regulators. Attendees will also participate in avariety of farm tours in the area, including tours of LaRocca Vineyards, CSU Chico’s vegetable farm and dairy.For more information, visitwww.ccof.org/educationconference.php.Sponsorship opportunities available,contact advertising@ccof.org.CCOF Certified Organic Magazine—Fall 200921

Certification NewsCDFA State Organic ProgramProhibits Two CompostProductsOn August 5, 2009 the CaliforniaDepartment of Food and Agriculture(CDFA) State Organic Program (SOP)sent a notice to all registered organicgrowers and certifiers informing themthat Nortech Gold Compost couldnot be used in organic production.A similar notice was distributedon September 23, 2009 regardingGrover Wonder Grow Compost. Thenotices state that continued use ofthese materials in organic productioncould jeopardize an operation’sorganic status. This action is largelyunprecedented and may be an indicationof future enforcement actions.New Products and Labels:Seek Approval Prior toProduction and/or PrintingDuring recent National OrganicProgram (NOP) certifier trainings, theNOP indicated that there is limitedtolerance for the use of non-compliantlabels in the marketplace. CCOFoperations that produce products ornew labels that do not meet eitherformulation or labeling requirementsare increasingly likely to receivenotices of non-compliance, and maynot be allowed to use up existinglabels that do not meet NOP standards.Please note that certifiers arerequired to submit copies of noticesof non-compliance to the USDA.Please submit labels and productsto CCOF prior to production to avoidcostly errors. CCOF will review yourlabel and/or product as quickly aspossible. If you have a compressedtimeline, please inform CCOF ofyour deadline so we can try to meetit. New products or labels that aredisclosed during inspections andfound to be out of compliance maybe considered significant issues. TheNOP has indicated a clear preferencethat certified operations use up labelswith minor mistakes within 90 days.Minor mistakes are categorized by USDAto include:• Incorrect formatting or locationof “Certified organic by CCOF”statement.Common serious mistakes on labels include:• Failure to include the statement“Certified organic by CCOF”below information identifyingthe handler or distributor.• Use of “100% Organic” onlabels when the product doesnot meet the specific requirementsfor this labeling category.• Failure to correctly identifyorganic ingredients in the ingredientpanel or unintentionallyrepresenting non-organicingredients as organic.• Use of the USDA seal in colorsother than the allowed combinations:green and brown orblack on a white or transparentbackground. Indistinguishablevariances such as dark navyblue instead of black may bepermissible, particularly onlabels printed in only one color.• Identification of a product with70-95% organic content as“Organic” when it should be labeled“Made with organic (specifiedingredient or food group).”• Use of “Organic” on labelsfor products that includenon-approved ingredientsor processing aids.To view the NOP’s presentationon labeling, go to www.ccof.org and click on “Certification,”then “Updates and Resources.”International StandardsUpdates:Korean Organic StandardsDeadline LoomsAs reported in past issues, the KoreanOrganic Standards are scheduledto be implemented on January 1,2010. As of this writing, the Koreangovernment has been firm that afterthis date products sold as organic inKorea must be produced and certifiedto Korean standards and certified bythe Ministry for Food, Agriculture,Forestry and Fisheries (MIFAFF) accreditedcertifier. The accreditationand certification requirements areproblematic for US certifiers, and itappears unlikely that all ingredients canbe re-certified to this new standard.CCOF, along with many other US organiccertifiers, several US Senators, theOrganic Trade Association, a variety oftraders, the Foreign Agricultural Serviceand the National Organic Program havebeen working with Korean trade representativesto address this issue. Koreais seeking equivalency with Australia,and US officials are pursuing a similararrangement for US organic goods.It remains to be seen what will happenwhen the new standard goes intoeffect; however, Korean officials haveindicated that any product in Koreaor shipped prior to January 1, 2010will be allowed to be sold as organicuntil the product’s expiration date.CCOF is exploring options to workwith foreign certifiers to provide KoreanOrganic Standards certification in theUS for CCOF clients. This is not a preferableoption and may only be viablefor those companies with relatively fewsuppliers who are all CCOF-certifiedor certified to Korean standards independently.As new standards developworldwide we sincerely hope to seemore equivalency agreements, suchas the recent agreement between theUS and Canada. If you have specificconcerns, work with the Korean market,or have additional questions,please contact export@ccof.org formore information. CCOF depends onfeedback from clients to effectivelyadvocate for and meet your needs.22 CCOF Certified Organic Magazine—Fall 2009

Certification NewsNEW EU Standards in Place - CCOFApplies for Direct EquivalencyUnder the new European UnionOrganic Standards 834/2007 (formerly2092/91) the EU has revised theirregulations and created new optionsfor foreign certifiers and companies.CCOF incorporated the updates inour recent revisions toCCOF Manual III andGlobal Market AccessProgram applications.The required practicesremain essentially thesame, but the standardsand citations referencedhave changed. Thereare very few, if any, new requirementsfor CCOF farmers and processors.In the current system, certifiersverify that organic operations met EUrequirements but importers are requiredto seek import license derogations foreach US-based exporter. This slowsdown the process, requires significantpaperwork and is subject to differinginterpretations of various EU memberstates and certifiers. Now, the EU isaccepting applications from certifiersto be recognized as equivalenton a certifier-by-certifier basis. Onceimplemented, importlicenses will no longerbe required. CCOF hasworked hard during2009 to prepareour application andwill submit it by theOctober 31, 2009deadline. We expect toreceive a response in 2010, and the firstlist of recognized certifiers should bepublished in early 2011. Once listed,CCOF certified companies deemed EUEquivalent will have easier access to theEU and will not require mountains ofimport license paperwork. Additionally,they will be allowed to produce organicretail products for the EU market andwill be able to use an EU organic sealon labels.CCOF is grateful to the EUCommission for providing this option;we expect these changes to besignificant and are working hard tomake this a reality. Throughout theprocess, CCOF will strive to eliminateas many standards differences aspossible so that both you and CCOFcan concentrate increasingly on themost substantive issues in certificationand organic production and less onminor standards or small differencesin materials allowances. CCOF clientscan expect changes and updates asthis process unfolds and can restassured that CCOF is doing everythingwe can to simplify organic exports.Join Us!Update your skills, earn continuing educationcredits and enjoy the beautiful surroundings ofSan Luis Obispo at the Sustainable AgriculturePest Management Conference.8th Annual Sustainable AgriculturePest Management ConferenceDecember 4-5, 2009Topics include:• Innovative practices in the management of pests insustainable agricultural systems• Certified organic regulations• Organic and sustainable materials and production practicesA workshop on day two will teach attendees how to identify antand mealybug species. Information will be included about theirbiology, pest status and control solutions. Visual aids, handoutsand microscopic examination of specimens will be provided. Theconference also features a keynote presentation from CaliforniaDepartment of Food and Agriculture Secretary AG Kawamura onthe challenges and opportunities in sustainable pest managementin California agriculture.To RegisterFor more information or toregister visit www.ccof.orgOr call CCOF (831) 423.2263 ext. 25.ContinuingEducation Credits12 Continuing Education Unitsincluding 4 Laws and RegulationsUnits for PCAs have been approvedby the California Department ofPesticide Regulation (8 units forDay 1 Conference. 4 additionalunits for Day 2.) 11.5 CEU creditshave also been approved forCertified Crop Advisors (CCAs)and 12 RWQCB Ag Waiver unitswill be given for full attendance.CCOF Certified Organic Magazine—Fall 200923

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AdvocacyFood Safety UpdateCCOF continues to work on food safetylegislation and marketing agreements,on both the national and Californiastatelevels. Members of the House ofRepresentatives heard legislation in latespring 2009 that contained some foodsafety provisions. CongresswomanLynn Woolsey (D-Marin) asked CCOFspecifically for our official position onthis legislation, which was “opposeunless amend,” and offered to carryour message to the House floor.CCOF’s position on food safetylegislation encompasses the followingpoints:1. Food safety is a shared responsibility.Organic food producers andhandlers of all scales and in allregions must be concerned aboutproviding safe food. The steps takento assure safety must be customizedfor each situation, but must incorporateprinciples discussed below:2. We support food safety legislationas long as it does not duplicatewhat organic farmers and processersalready do under the NationalOrganic Program (NOP) ruleor conflict with existing NOPregulations. This would includeany provision that requires “sterile”farming -- i.e. removing wildlifehabitat, buffers, hedgerows, etc. -- inorder to discourage the presenceof wildlife or other organisms.3. The fees farmers must pay shouldbe kept at a minimum. Any feeassessed for implementing newfood safety programs should existon a sliding scale fee structure, asopposed to a flat fee. The largestsegment of farming in America isthe small-to mid-size farms, and feescan add up very quickly. Certifiedorganic farmers and processorspay their certifier for the service,and in some cases, pay their stateagriculture programs for organicregistration. These fees are ontop of the fees all farmers pay forvarious government services andenforcement actions. It isn’t fairthat a fee to pay for additionalinspections should be the same fora farmer who is working two acresof land as it is for the agri-businessworking 25,000 acres of land.4. Food safety legislation shouldenforce existing laws first. The FDAand USDA and their state counterpartshave adequate rules already inplace to address food safety. Keepingup with existing inspection protocolsand enforcing violations that alreadyexist will go a long way to ensurethat our future food supply is safe.5. Any new regulations should bebased on scientific research andshould target new research to thecore issues. While it is importantto look at the entire food productionsystem when determining howto regulate food safety, researchemphasis should be placed onareas where there is the mostpotential for contamination. Forexample, one area of research – thatcreating totally sterile farming andfood production systems leads toimproved food safety – has beencalled into question. Further researchis necessary on this subject,and other research areas must bealso be emphasized and pursued.6. Lastly, organic production has 7characteristics that make it uniqueand therefore, a good modelfor Congress to use when creatingindividual on-farm plans:a. OSP – all aspects of the farmare explained in the OSP andit proves to be a good toolalready in place for elaboratingfood safety protocols.b. Traceability – certified organicproducers and processers cantrace their products frompoint of sale back to the fieldof origin, and are required tokeep extensive records on thisaspect. Many of the traceabilityrequirements in new legislationwould not be necessary in anorganic system, and would be socostly that they would put manysmall farmers out of business.c. Sanitation – organic productionpermits anti-microbial stepsto be used to lower pathogencontamination (pasteurization,equipment sanitation, steamsterilization are some examples).d. Manure and compost – rawmanure is not used in organicsystems without an extended 90-day or 120-day waiting periodbetween application and harvest.Properly made compost increasesmicrobial diversity in the soil,which leads to the soil’s abilityto “fight off” the bad microbes.e. Microbial balance – beneficialmicrobes keep soil in balance,providing good nutrition tocrops and keeping pathogensand bad microbes in check.f. Biodiversity – creating a morediverse eco-system by addinghedgerows, vegetative buffersand diversified croppingsystems will improve microbialbalance, water filtration andproduce more nutritious food.26 CCOF Certified Organic Magazine—Fall 2009

Advocacyg. Livestock – Organic regulationsdo not allow confined feedingoperations, considered tobe one of the primary sourcesof E. coli 0157. Nor do theyallow routine use of antibioticsthat can lead to E. coli strainsthat are antibiotic resistant.In addition to Congresswoman’sWoolsey’s support for our position,both Congressman Sam Farr(D-Salinas) and Congressman DennisCardoza (D-Modesto) did valiant workinforming their colleagues about theimportant role farming has in America’seconomy as well as how food safetylegislation needs to focus resourcesand efforts where they will be mosteffective and where they will notdisproportionally impact small farmers.When the US Senate returned toWashington, DC in late August, theyconsidered adding many “friendly”amendments to their Senate legislation.CCOF is grateful to the manymembers of Congress who continueto work with their constituents and itis our hope that these amendmentswill prove palatable to our members.CCOF also works with the OrganicTrade Association and with the NationalSustainable Agriculture Coalition,both of whom have a presence inWashington, DC and continue to dogreat work on behalf of organic andsustainable farmers. For more informationand updates on food safety regulationsvisit www.ccof.org/foodsafety.php.Along with the work being done inthe regulatory arena, many large scalespecialty crop organizations such asWestern Growers Association, ArizonaFarm Bureau, California Farm Bureau,California Leafy Greens MarketingAgreement and others, submitted adraft marketing agreement to USDAAgricultural Marketing Service (AMS)requesting the establishment of aNational Leafy Greens MarketingAgreement. CCOF recently participatedin a webinar on this process andwill continue our efforts to monitor theprogress of this process. Accordingto the webinar, it will take between18 and 24 months for USDA toreview the draft, schedule and holdpublic meetings (which CCOF willattend), release the draft regulationscreating the agreement, respond tofurther public comment on the draftand finalize the regulations. Moreinformation on the draft agreementcan be found at www.nlgma.com.California State OrganicProgram (SOP) UpdateCCOF continues to monitor theCalifornia State Organic Program’s(SOP) efforts to respond to complaintsmade by registrants, certifiers and theNational Organic Program (NOP).Currently, CCOF sits on the SOPTechnical Planning Committee, whichreviews all programs and processes ofthe SOP as well as provides recommendationsto the California OrganicProducts Advisory Committee (COPAC).COPAC’s role is to advise the Secretaryof California’s Department of Food andAgriculture (CDFA) on his responsibilitiesunder the California OrganicProducts Act of 2003 as well as underCalifornia’s Health and Safety Code.Though SOP reform is a slow andlengthy process, CCOF is pleasedwith the progress that the TechnicalPlanning Committee and the SOPare making thus far in regards tochanging their policies, streamliningthe registration procedures, andredefining and implementing aneffective spot inspection program.SOP promulgated draft regulationsas part of their reform effort this pastspring. The regulations would havegiven certified organic operations theability to use their organic systemplan (OSP) as a reference documentfor registration purposes, thuseliminating the need to duplicateinformation contained in the OSP onSOP registration forms. Registrantsmaking $5000 or less would still berequired to submit the informationrequested. Unfortunately, because theinformation required on the registrationforms is required in statute, CDFA’slegal counsel rejected the proposedregulations and notified SOP thatthey must use the legislative processto streamline the registration process.CCOF remains ready to help in any waywe can to make sure this happens.SOP also recently worked withCCOF staff and other members ofthe Technical Planning Committee toreview the spot inspection program anddevelop regulations that give the SOPauthority to do a much better job in thisarea. The newly designed spot inspectionwill focus primarily, althoughnot exclusively, on registrants making$5000 and less,* with the recognitionthat certified organic operations arealready inspected at least once a yearby their certifier. SOP acknowledgesthat they are not certifiers and thereforedo not need to duplicate thoseactivities but instead fill the gaps.CCOF continues to monitorSOP and participate actively in theCalifornia Organic Products AdvisoryCommittee (COPAC) meetings, to stayinformed and to watchdog the actionsof the Department.For additional information on SOPand COPAC visit:www.cdfa.ca.gov.* The NOP regulations have anexemption clause that states thatoperations making $5000 or less arenot obliged/required to undergo thecertification process. While many stilldo, others do not and are thereforenot subject to inspection by certificationagencies. So, it is particularlyappropriate and beneficial to consumersand the industry for CDFA to befocusing their efforts in this area.CCOF Certified Organic Magazine—Fall 200927

Events Calendar7th Annual ChicoOrganic Farming and FoodConferenceNovember 4, 2009, Chico, CAThis all day conference will includebreakout sessions on water, energy,climate change, promoting local foodmarketing, local nutrition and foodprograms, organic pest management,holistic management approaches, toursof the Organic Farm and Dairy andmore. For more information, contactDr. Lee Altier at laltier@csuchico.edu.Sustainable AgriculturePest ManagementConferenceDecember 4-5, 2009,San Luis Obispo, CAEnhance your skillsand earn continuingeducation credits at the8th Annual Sustainable AgriculturePest Management Conference. Theconference will feature presentationson innovative pest managementstrategies as well as a keynote presentationfrom California Departmentof Food and Agriculture Secretary,AG Kawamura. Registration includesconference materials, PCA unit processingand meals. See details onpage 23. For more information, visitwww.ccof.org/pcaconference.php.35th Winter FancyFood ShowJanuary 17-19, 2010San Francisco, CACCOF will exhibit at thispremier specialty foods showfeaturing the latest newproducts in the market. Find CCOFat booth #1664. For more information,visit www.specialtyfood.com.30th Annual Eco-FarmConferenceJanuary 20-23, 2010,Pacific Grove, CAEco-Farm attracts a diversegroup of attendees, distinguishingit as a place ofconnection for farmers, consumers,processors, advocates, distributors,retailers, chefs, academics and policymakers. The conference celebratesits 30 th year with the theme: Wherethe Future is Planted. With over 50workshops on a variety of topics,the conference provides a forumfor the discussion of current issues,trends and policies affecting our foodsystems. Attendees can find CCOFin the Exhibitor Marketplace, wherethey can purchase CCOF merchandiseand talk to staff members. For moreinformation, visit www.eco-farm.org.CCOF Annual ConventionCCOF’s EducationConference: ‘HealthySoils, Healthy Food’February 6-7, 2009, Chico, CACCOF will be hosting an exciting2-day educational conference atthe CSU Chico Dairy Pavilion.Special keynote speaker TimLaSalle, Executive Director of TheRodale Institute, will be discussingnew research that shows the positiveeffects healthy soil can have onour environment. The conferencewill also include presentationsand break out sessions aimed athelping participants understandthe complex relationship betweensoil, inputs, resources, outputsand the food system. Day two willinclude farm tours, including a tourof La Rocca Vineyards, CSUChico’s vegetable farm and dairy.For more information, visit www.ccof.org/educationconference.php.CCOF Annual MeetingFebruary 6, 2010, CSU Chico, CACCOF’s Annual Meeting willbe preceded by day one ofCCOF’s Educational Conference.Contact ccof@ccof.org foradditional information.The Very Best California Organic Prunestaylorbrothersfarms.com28 CCOF Certified Organic Magazine—Fall 2009v4TBF_CCOF_08.18.08.indd 18/14/08 4:17:48 PM

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Website ReviewsLearning about PesticideExposureThe Pesticide Action Network’s newwebsite, www.whatsonmyfood.org,provides a searchable database aimedat informing consumers about the riskof exposure to pesticide residue on theirfood. Usingfigures fromthe USDAPesticide DataProgram andpesticidetoxicologydata from theEPA and otherauthorities,What’s On My Food? allows visitors tocompare organic, conventional, importedand domestic food products in termsof their pesticide residues and toxicity.Visitors can search by food product orby pesticide and the database providesgraphs and tables indicating the levelof pesticide residue on each food item,in what combinations the residues arepresent and information on the associatedhealth risks of the chemicals. Thewebsite was created to make publicthe problem of pesticide exposure andprovide consumers with an opportunityto understand the health risks ofpesticide exposure without needing tobe an expert on the subject.New Online GreenWinegrowing HandbookWith a variety of innovative practicesemerging within the wineindustry, understanding what’s what canbe quite a task. Fortunately Paul DolanVineyards along with CCOF CertifiedParducci Wine Cellars have publishedthe Green Wine Handbook, an onlinereference book that provides a comprehensiveexplanation of organic,SCSADVb030909color.qxd:Layout 1 5/13/09 3:50 PM Page 1sustainable and biodynamic grapegrowing and winemaking practices.Principles of organic wine grape growing,information onallowed and prohibitedsubstances in organic,the process of certificationand how toread organic winelabels are clearly outlinedand discussed.In addition tosections on variousgrape growing practices,the handbookprovides a glossarythat clearly explainsvarious agricultureterms as well as information on associatedcertification organizations andrelated acronyms. To access the GreenWinegrowing Handbook, visit www.pauldolanwine.com.FAST, EFFECTIVE MITECONTROLMITESApproved forOrganicProductionMite Adults per 20 LeavesEffects of SucraShield on Pacific Mite Adults on Grapes*80706050403020100Untreated EastUntreated West SucraShield 1%Days AfterTreatment4 DAT11 DAT18 DAT25 DAT32 DAT39 DAT46 DATMite Eggs per 20 Leaves100806040200Effects of SucraShield on Pacific Mite Eggs*4 DaysAfter TreatmentUntreated East11 DaysAfter Treatment18 DaysAfter TreatmentUntreated West SucraShield 1%*WECO – Crop Production Research, Galt, CA. Applied July 18, 2008Complete study available for download at: www.naturalforcesllc.comFor more information visit our website at naturalforcesllc.com.PO Box 2601, Davidson, NC 28036-2601 • 866.532.4737 • Fax 704.973.7777CCOF Certified Organic Magazine—Fall 200931

Member News Continued from page 5Saracina Receives EQIP GrantCertified member Saracina Vineyardsreceived an Environmental QualityIncentives Program (EQIP) grant toconvert some of their last uncertifiedland to organic as well as to implementconservation practices and planningover the next four years. “This awardwill offer us the chance to bring lifeback to some troubled acreage,”says David Huebel, Saracina’s RanchOperations Manager. David has alsooffered to answer questions from anygrowers who are interested in obtainingmore information about his experiencesin securing this funding. Pleasecontact David via email at dhuebel@saracina.com. For more informationon funding for organic, visit www.ccof.org/classifieds.php#funding.Earthbound Farm Switches to100% PCR PETIn honor of the company’s 25th anniversary,Earthbound Farm announcedit would shift 100% of its clamshellpackages to post-consumer recycledpolyethylene terephthalate (PCR PET).PCR PET is made from recycled plasticproducts such as water and sodabottles. Virgin PET is produced withnatural gas feedstock. The conversionsaves 68,000 gallons of water andeliminates 16,000 tons of CO2 annually.The PET clamshells are shatter resistant,recyclable, and light. This shiftemphasizes Earthbound Farm’s commitmentto the environment as America’slargest grower of organic produce.Azomite Mineral Products, IncNames New ManagersCCOF Supporting Member, AzomiteMineral Products, Inc., named JamesPhillips as their Production Manager,responsible for overseeing qualitycontrol and all levels of productionat their Utah location. In addition,Azomite announced Thetis Sammonsas Western Region Director, chargedwith developing sales and distributorshipsfrom the Santa Barbara, CA area.UC Santa Cruz and UCBerkeley Listed as“Eco-Enlightened”The UC Santa Cruz Farm and Garden’sCenter for Agroecology and SustainableFood Systems (CASFS) placed in thetop 20 on the Sierra Club’s third annuallist of “Most Eco-Enlightened U.S.Universities.” UC Berkeley was alsolisted as their primary food serviceprovider was the first to be certifiedorganic in the United States.Sustainable ProducersChosen to Present at InvestorConferenceMarrone Bio Innovations has beenchosen as part of a group of eightproducers to present at the first investorconference to be devoted to sustainableagriculture. The ‘Agriculture2.0’ conference organizers searchedthrough over 50 companies to findthe best representatives in the sector.Speakers at the New York City conferenceinclude: Bruce Kahn, of DeutscheBank, Grayson Hoberg, former CFO ofEarthlink and Tod Murphy, Presidentand CEO of The Farmers Diner.Remembering KathrynKennedyCCOF certified member KathrynKennedy passed away last August atthe age of 82. Kathryn began growinggrapes in 1973 in the Santa CruzMountains after attending the Universityof California, Davis. The vineyard isrenowned for producing full bodiedand award winning organic cabernetwines. She will be greatly missed.Certified Olive Oils ReceiveBig AwardsA number of CCOF certified membersreceived special recognition at the 2009LA International Olive Oil Competition.Pacific Sun Olive Oil received Bestin Show for their Extra Virgin OliveOil. Apollo Olive Oil won a Best ofClass Gold Medal for their OrganicSacramento Valley Blends Mistral.Olivas de Oro, Cliff Family Farm, StoneEdge Vineyard and Harris Ranch NapaValley received Silver Medals whileEmbry Family Farms and FigueroaFarms were both awarded bronze medalsfor their various organic olive oils.32 CCOF Certified Organic Magazine—Fall 2009

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Member ListingsNEW CERTIFIEDMEMBERSAll State Packers IncIsaac WilsonLodi, CAisaac@rivermaid.comGift Baskets, Packing, Pears209-369-3586Alvie Snow FarmsRon Snow, Ricky Snow, & BeverlyRogersWasco, CAbsnowfarms@aol.comAlmonds661-758-3917American River Ag, Inc.Craig Walker, Paul Rushing, & MistyMcFallsEl Dorado Hills, CAcraig@americanriverag.comHandling, Storagewww.americanriverag.com916-869-9000Ametjian Farms (DinubaRanch)Dean Paul Vlazakis & Paula C.Ametjian & Emmanuel VlazakisTulare, CAGrapes (Raisin)559-686-5473Ancient OrganicsMatthew ‘Matteo’ Girard MaxonBerkeley, CAancientorganics@me.comGheewww.ancientorganics.com510-847-5565Anomaly VineyardsMark PorembskiSt. Helena, CAmark@anomalyvineyards.comGrapeswww.anomalyvineyards.com707-967-8448Aulakh Farms, Inc.Abrasham S. AulakhKerman, CAaulakh89@gmail.comGrapes (Raisin), Raisins559-288-6622Bad Dog FarmsBradley ZeveCarmel, CAbradley@mcweekly.comFruit, Mixed Vegetables831-601-5678Ball Tagawa GrowersStephen Sapone, David Pruitt,Laura WulffPismo Beach, CAsteve@twcg.comGreenhouse Cut Flowers or Greens805-481-7526BardessonoNoel LopreoreYountville, CAnoel.lopreore@bardessono.comMixed Vegetableswww.bardessono.com707-204-6034Barista EspressoScott HillColorado Springs, CObaristaesp@yahoo.comCoffee (Roasted)rebelroaster.com719-578-1185Billy Grissom FertilizerSpreading LLCBilly GrissomHilmar, CACorn (Fresh), Pasture209-632-6055Bio FarmLeonard & Judith DiggsKelseyville, CAbiofarm@rocketmail.comMixed Fruits & Vegetables707-695-8983Blue Heron Farms, Inc.Scot Monckton & Bruce DennisKnights Landing, CAsmonckton@aol.comRice, Safflower, Wheat916-207-6580Bokisch Ranches, LLC dbaBokisch VineyardsMarkus BokischVictor , CAmarkus@bokischranches.comGrapes, Grapes (Grenache), Grapes(Syrah)www.bokischvineyards.com209-614-4600Brandon Silveira FarmsBrandon SilveiraHanford, CAbrandon@lemoorenet.comAlfalfa, Tomatoes (Processing)559-582-5644Brar FarmsIqbal (Bob) S. and Shavinder K.BrarFowler, CAPomegranates559-834-5656California Seed Production,Inc.Robert BassiGilroy, CArobert@calseed.comSeed Multiplication, Seeds408-427-6805Canihan VineyardsWilliam S. CanihanSan Francisco, CAbcanihan@pacbell.netGrapes (Wine)www.canihanwines.com415-929-8190Capay Satsuma MandarinsDawit ZelekeOrland, CAinfo@sweetmandarins.comMandarins, Mandarin Orangewww.sweetmandarins.com530-865-2578Chenoweth Vineyards Inc.Amy ChenowethGraton, CAamy@chenowethvineyards.comAppleswww.chenowethvineyards.com707-829-3367Clif Bar Family Winery &Farm, LLC dba Clif FamilyFarmBrad & Kathleen Crawford, NancyAbreu, Gary EricksonSt. Helena, CAFallow, Mixed Fruits & Vegetables,Oliveswww.cliffamilywinery.com707-968-0625Cooper-Garrod EstateVineyardsBill Cooper & Jan GarrodSaratoga, CAorganic@cgv.comGrapes (Cabernet Sauvignon),Grapes (Pinot Noir), Wine, WineMakingwww.cgv.com408-867-7116Cornett Vineyard/ RosettiVineyardsLachlann McCracken & Terry RosettiHopland, CAlachlann@farmecologylabs.comGrapes (Cabernet Sauvignon),Grapes (Chardonnay)707-328-0084Dan BaldiDan BaldiSebastopol, CAApple Trees707-829-9685Darren & Darlene MoraDarren and Darlene MoraWatsonville, CAdlou44@aol.comApples, Hops831-761-2130Darren & Karen HansenDarren & Karen HansenFerndale, CAwoodies@frontiernet.netCorn (Dry), Hay and Pasture707-786-4232Davis Drive OrganicsCharles A. Sawyer and PeterChevalierUkiah, CAGrapes (Chardonnay), Grapes(Muscat), Grapes (Viognier)707-463-0138Diageo Chateau & EstateWines Co. dba BeaulieuVineyardDomenica TottyRutherford, CAdomenica.totty@diageo.comWinewww.bvwines.com707-967-5200Diener Walnut RanchGeorge DienerKelseyville, CAgeodiener@sbcglobal.netWalnuts707-279-4323Don WarkentinDon & Jeanette WarkentinDinuba, CACorn (Dry), Corn (Fresh), Sweetcorn559-591-7341Elk Mountain VineyardsDana DiRicco & Glenn BenjaminUpper Lake, CAmddcdmdx@att.netGrapes (Wine)707-275-3500Elk Ridge Almonds, Inc.William Pitman, Jane Pitman, andJohn CampbellMadera, CAorganic@elkridgealmonds.comAlmond Processing, Almondswww.elkridgealmonds.com559-664-0800Elkfield VineyardsNadiem Hanna KhouryUkiah, CAelkfield@aol.comGrapes (Wine), Olives707-293-4781Emery Estate Vineyard andWinery, LLCJohn Emery & Derek IrwinSonoma, CAsilveremo@emerywines.comGrapes (Wine)707-933-9921Estrella River RanchKraig Sayler & Beth SaylerPaso Robles, CAsayco12@netzero.netGrapes (Wine)805-591-9139E-Z Does It Farms/ Nash’sOlive OilNash and Dellene DweikCorning, CAnashsoli@nasholiveoil.comGrapes, Hay, Olivesnashsoliveoil.com530-824-5187Feingold VineyardsStanley FeingoldGlenn Ellen, CAstanfeingold@gmail.comGrapes (Wine)feingoldvineyards.com707-576-7775Filice Farms, L.P.Mark WrightHollister, CAmarkw@filicefarms.comPeppers831-637-3200Flood Plain ProduceMelvin, Hollis, Helena, & Carl KrebScotia, CAfloodplain@asis.comArtichokes, Beans (Fresh), Beets,Carrots, Corn (Fresh), Cucumbers,Eggplant, Fennel, Flowers, Garlic,Lettuces, Melons, Onions, Peppers,Potatoes, Pumpkins, Squash,Tomatoes (Fresh Market)707-722-4330G Star FarmsGrace and Daniel SantosMerced, CAgstarsantos@aol.comFallow, Tomatoes (Cherry)209-819-9887Galens WayMatthew PersicoSebastopol, CAmatthew@galensway.comExtractswww.galensway.com707-479-1555Continued on page 3734 CCOF Certified Organic Magazine—Fall 2009

Crop Production Services West Region (formerly WesternFarm Service) continues to provide sustainable solutions tothe organic grower community.Utilizing the visionary growing systems ofDr. Tom Yamashita (Sunburst Plant DiseaseClinic), our licensed PCA’s are supportedby a technical team of field agronomists,Adcon environmental monitoring systemsand our own soil, water and tissue laboratory, Precision Agri Labs.Our Leaf Life Organic Brand of products meet the sustainable goalsof efficacy, environmental safety and social responsibility.We remain committed to providingthe Best People, the Best Products and the Best ServiceCCOF Certified Organic Magazine—Fall 2009w w w. c r o p p r o d u c t i o n s e r v i ce s. co m6475_12/0835

Introducing innovative organic tecnology to agriculture.NRG products protect and enhance plant health.• Activate the soil with live, beneficial microbesthat colonize the root zone• Rhizosphere bacteria• Mycorrhizal inoculantsActivateEndo EctoWake Up OrganoNature’s SolutionCedar GardSoil VigorJump StartPower KNATURAL RESOURCES GROUP“Nature’s Energy At Work”Organics since 1980www.callnrg.com800-279-9567Pest ManagementSOLUTIONSClark S.M.A.R.T.FOOD SAFETYSustainable Methods And Responsible Treatments are a priorityfor us as a company and we reflect it in every service we offer.• Organic Strategies• Consulting Services• Audit Preparation Assistance• Supporting Member CCOF• Food Protection Alliance Member• Creative Solutions Since 1950foodsafety@clarkpest.comwww.clarkpest.comwww.fpalliance.com/800.903.9002IPMc e r t i f i e d36 CCOF Certified Organic Magazine—Fall 2009

Member Listings Continued from page 34Gasto FarmsChris Ellen & Phil ChristensenKingsburg, CAellenvineyards@comcast.netGrapes (Colombard)559-281-0379George UlitinGeorge UlitinNapa, CAgeorgeulitin@sbcglobal.netGrapes (Sauvignon Blanc)707-255-2005Giulieri Ranch CorporationLane GiulieriFerndale , CAHay, Pasture707-725-3701Golden Gate Confections, LLCDolores & Danny NoonanMontara, CACookies800-849-9458Gravelly Ford RanchSteven M. EmmertMadera, CAemmert6@aol.comGrapes (Grenache), Grapes (Juice),Grapes (Raisin), Grapes (RubyCabernet), Grapes (Wine), Grapes(Zinfandel)559-674-6594Harmon Family VineyardJohn & Teresa HarmonSanta Ynez, CAteri.harmon@verizon.netGrapes (Wine)805-688-1334Healthverve FoodManufacturing Usa, IncZaini Yanto Sjafrudin (IAN)Rancho Cucamonga, CAyanto@healthverve.comChicken Broth, Processingwww.healthverve.com909-481-7514Hobe Ranch (Organic)Steven Emmert & Matt HobeFresno, CAGrapes (Raisin), Grapes (Wine)559-226-1522Howard K. Albano dbaCuyama OrchardsByron AlbanoNorth Hollywood, CAappleguy@mpowercom.netApples, Apples (Fuji), Apples (Gala)818-764-8682Jack Neal & Son/ McCarthyMark NealSt. Helena , CAmneal@jacknealandson.comGrapes (Wine)707-963-7303 ext. 118Jack Neal & Son/ TuckerVineyardsPatrick RiggsSt. Helena, CApriggs@jacknealandson.comGrapes (Wine)707-963-7303 ext.118Jack Neal & Son/ WarnerVineyardsMark NealSt. Helena , CAmneal@jacknealandson.comGrapes (Wine)707-963-7303 ext. 118Jack Neal & Son/AckermanVineyardsMark NealSt. Helena , CAmneal@jacknealandson.comGrapes (Wine)707-963-7303 ext. 118Jackson Family Wines, Inc.dba Cardinale WineryEd FarverOakville, CAed.farver@kjmail.comWine707-948-1950JBH FarmsJoseph HughesOroville, CAcowkidz@sbcglobal.netRice530-693-2537JCP Farming Co.Peter & Jode ChevalierCalpella, CApetercvm@comcast.netGrapes (Sauvignon Blanc)707-485-0640Jelich RanchSkip Parod, Phil White and TerenceWelch,Portola Valley, CAterencewelch@yahoo.comFruit and Nut Treeswww.jelichranch.com831-435-8733Joe Green RanchChris FriedersCourtland, CAjgr@citilink.netPears916-775-4000Joe Kosareff FarmsJoe KosareffButtonwillow, CAjko661@hotmail.comFallow661-201-2661Kenneth AllesKenneth AllesFresno, CAklalles@msn.comGrapes (Raisin)559-351-1194Kitehawk FarmDenise & Charles SchryverAtascadero, CACharles.Schryver@onemain.comOlives805-461-0496Kosher Gourmet Dog BakeryJulien Bohbot, Janice Jacobson, &Lola CostelloLos Angeles, CAdelice8583@yahoo.comDog Treats310-600-2823Larabee RanchJack L. RiceWoodland, CAjayellarr@yahoo.comAlfalfa, Pasture, Pasture &Rangeland707-499-7423Larry EsajianLarry EsajianKingsburg, CAeshog24@sbcglobal.netPeaches559-897-7608Lilli J Ranch, LLCJonathan FlyerEureka, CAjsflyer@sbcglobal.netHaywww.lillijranch.com707-499-1630Lonjevitea Kombucha LLCMichaela Biaggi & Mollie SitkinPetaluma, CAmichaela@lonjeviteakombucha.comKombuchawww.lonjeviteakombucha.com707-849-4480Lorenzi VineyardsKen & Harry LorenziUkiah, CAnickelcreeknursery@msn.comGrapes (Cabernet Sauvignon),Grapes (Merlot), Grapes(Zinfandel)707-485-1961Luis E Miranda dbaWholeness FarmLuis MirandaSan Francisco, CAlumilio@yahoo.comMixed Vegetables, Vegetableswww.wholenessfarm.com415-269-5607Marthedal FarmsEric Marthedal, Kristy Vasquez, &Veronica PerezFresno, CACooling, Packing, Shipping, Sorting,Storagewww.marthedalfarms.com559-834-2844Medoil, LLCDayan K. Peck, Tony Fultz, & RonSheetzFranklinOHdpeck@valdolivausa.comOlive Oilwww.valdolivausa.com937-401-0821Mike Cauzza FarmsMike CauzzaArvin, CAWheat661-854-3319Monterey Peninsula Farming,LLCRick EmmettHanford, CAremmett@skfoods.comFallow, Tomatoes (Processing)559-288-6303National Organic Packing Co.Espie EstradaRiverside, CAespiebb@yahoo.comCitrus Packing951-686-2422Naughty Boy Vineyards dbaNbvJim ScottPotter Valley, CAnaughtyboyvineyards@yahoo.comGrapes (Pinot Noir)www.naughtyboyvineyards.com707-743-2868New Fragrance ContinentalInc. dba LanaturaSabina & Alejandro ChazanasLos Angeles, CABody Oilwww.lanatura.com323-766-0060NHK Laboratories, Inc.Fareed Ansari, Uma Rajendran,Waffae Taha, Sam Biggs and ElishaOguriSanta Fe Springs, CADietary Supplement, Processing562-944-5400Nielsen RanchDale Dylan NielsenEureka, CAHay, Mixed Fruits & Vegetables707-496-6960NK DevelopmentJohnny StarlingHanford, CAjstarling@nicholsfarms.comPistachios559-584-6811Nonella LivestockTom & Darla NonellaKlamath FallsORdnonella@aol.comCattle (Slaughter), Pasture541-883-7129North Valley FarmsDeNeane AshcraftCottonwood, CAdashcraft@snowcrest.netPasturewww.northvalleyfarms.com530-347-7151Oakridge WarehouseDanny O’Daniel, Jr. & ThomasHarringtonOakdale, CAkodiakexpress1@aol.comStorage209-602-0080Oakville Ranch Vineyards LLCMary MinerNapa, CApaula@oakvilleranch.comFallow, Grapes, Grapes (CabernetSauvignon), Grapes (Chardonnay),Grapes (Petit Syrah), Grapes(Zinfandel)www.oakvilleranch.com707-994-9665Outfitter Properties, LLCErich Vaden and Lannie L. JohnsonPalo Alto, CAHay530-336-5707Partridge Cellars, LLCRichard & Cristina PartridgeCerritos, CAdick@rfpartridge.comGrapeswww.richardpartridge.com562-802-7345Continued on page 39CCOF Certified Organic Magazine—Fall 200937

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Member Listings Continued from page 37Pflug Packaging & FulfillmentJudy JardineLathrop, CAjjardine@pflugpackaging.comStorage209-679-4975Pioneer FarmingDennis M. SerpaOakdale, CAdmserpa@cwnet.comAlfalfa, Almonds, Pasture209-531-5175Ranchito ParaísoMarc and Denise KraftSoquel, CALemonswww.pacificsail.com831-818-7725Real Live Foods, Inc. dba LeafOrganicsRay GonzalesLos Angeles, CAray@leaforganics.comCrackers, Desserts, Dip, Dressing,Entrees, Meals, Salad, Snack Foodswww.leaforganics.com323-780-8407Robert Bollens & CynthiaBollensRobert & Cynthia BollensUkiah, CAbollensc@pacific.netGrapes (Cabernet Sauvignon)707-463-2978Round River FarmErica LundquistWitter Springs , CAelundquist@wildblue.netWalnuts707-275-3335S. W. EmmertSteven Wyatt EmmertMadera, CAGrapes (Raisin)559-675-1298Sacramento River Ranch IILLCDominic BrunoWest Sacramento, CAdominic.bruno@sacramentorr.comClover, Fallow, Forage, MixedVegetables, Oats, Ryegrass, Sudangrass, Walnuts916-374-9426Salem RanchHui Yeon Yoon & Seung Uh LeeLucerne Valley, CAyoon103@gmail.comFruit760-248-2643San Benito Farms, LLC (DSA)Daniel BalbasAromas, CADBalbas@berry.netBlackberries831-763-7204Shooting Star CSALily Schneider & Matthew McCueFairfield, CAshootingstarcsa@gmail.comMixed Vegetableswww.shootingstarcsa.com707-207-0548Silver State Meats LLCJosh McKown, Joe Lafleur, & SandyFuentesDenver, COjosh@silverstatemeats.comBeef, Pet Food, Processing303-291-5555Smiling Sun FarmsMartha White & Alice McNairSebastopol, CAsmilingsunfarms@gmail.comMixed Fruits & Vegetables707-824-9241Sonoma Mission FarmsGarrett MertleSonoma, CAgarrett@sonomamissionfarms.comGrapes (Cabernet Sauvignon),Grapes (Pinot Noir), Olives707-996-6009Spa de SoleilRena RevivoSun Valley, CArena@spadesoleil.comManufacturing818-504-3200Spring Valley RanchMathew RingelYankee Hill , CABasil, Blackberries, Blueberries,Borage, Boysenberries, Carrots,Celery, Chives, Cilantro, Corn(Fresh), Cucumbers, Currants,Dill, Eggplant, Goji Berries,Gooseberries, Grapes, Lavender,Melons, Onions, Parsley, Peppers,Potatoes, Raspberries, Rhubarb,Sage, Strawberries , Tomatoes(Fresh Market)530-534-1229Sundale Cold StorageMike Tamouzian & Eric R. LewisTulare, CACold Storage, Grapes559-687-8787Sun-Maid Growers, Inc.Mike Moriyama, Blake Cuadros, &Rick StarkKingsburg, CAmmoriyam@sunmaid.comGrapes (Raisin)559-897-6355Sunny’s GardenMiguel Crisantes & Ines CrisantesNogales, AZmiguelcrisantes@mac.comAlfalfa, Bell Peppers, Cantaloupe,Cucumbers, Eggplant, Fallow,Melons (Honeydew), Peppers,Sorghum, Tomatoes (FreshMarket), Watermelon, Zucchini520-281-2213Sycamore Hollow FarmsJohnnie SiliznoffKerman, CAjorlsiliz@kermantel.netAlmonds, Grapes559-970-4010Terra Bella Family FarmShawn R. SeufertPleasanton, CAshawn@terrabellafamilyfarm.comApple Trees, Basil, Beans (Fresh),Beets, Borage, Broccoli, Brusselsprouts, Carrots, Chard, Cilantro,Cucumbers, Eggplant, Garlic, GrapeVines, Green Beans, Kale, Melons,Mint, Onions, Oregano, Peppers,Plum Trees, Pomegranates,Pumpkins, Radish, Raspberries,Shallots, Squash, Sunflower,Tomatillos, Tomatoes (FreshMarket)925-202-8020Tony’s Fine Foods dbaCalifornia Cold LogisticsDavid Apling, Javier Ruiz, & AllenHolderYuba City, CAStorage530-673-5627Tres Osos Olive OilDean GriggsCarmel, CAdeanattresosos@yahoo.comOlives, Olive Oil831-659-2431Truchard VineyardsAnthony M. TruchardNapa, CAGrapes707-253-7153Usibelli Ranch & GameSalvador RiosSt. Helena, CAsalvadorrios02@sbcglobal.netGrapes (Cabernet Sauvignon)www.usibellivineyards.com707-963-9142Valley Farm ManagementDale McFallCorning, CAPrunes530-200-0575Victor P. BringettoVictor BringettoFresno, CAvbringetto@gmail.comGrapes (Raisin)559-266-2135Viriditas Farm- VreseisLimited dba Sally V. FoxSally FoxGuinda, CAsally@vreseis.comCotton, Hay, Peas (Blackeyed),Rangeland, Spelt, Wheatwww.vreseis.com530-796-3388Wally MacomberWally MacomberKelseyville, CAageqiupserv@yahoo.comWalnuts707-263-7623Waters RanchesJames Andy and Josh WatersMoorpark, CAfarmerwaters@aol.comAvocados, Lemons805-532-2019West Coast AcquisitionCompany dba SimpsonMeadow WineryAndrea Beltran, Danielle Connolly,and Garrick MiyamotoCeres, CAWine209-538-3131White Road FarmsDon TraynhamArbuckle, CAdtraynham@sunvalleyrice.comRice, Safflower530-682-9889Wild Hare VineyardAllen & Elaine SonnevilleKelseyville, CAasonneville@calpine.comGrapes (Merlot), Walnuts707-279-1665William and Jane PitmanWilliam and Jane Pitman, LauraMunozMadera, CAwpitman@hughes.netAlmonds559-674-1465XocolaterreAna Clavell & Bea MartyLos Angeles, CAChocolate, Chocolate/CocoaPackingwww.xocolaterre.com818-528-5231NO LONGERSEEKINGCERTIFICATIONAgricola El Cerezo, SPR deRL (DSA)Agusa, Inc.Alex Koshman RevocableTrustAlex R. Thomas & CompanyAlexandra Watlington CandyCompanyAmish Naturals, Inc.Ann’s OrchardsB & R FarmsBaker Creek FarmingBill PerryBoeger/BoegerBurt HaugheyCandycot Fruit CompanyCapay Valley RanchCentral Valley Organics Inc.Champagne Sauces Inc.Charles and Lorraine MarshCibaria International dbaWest Coast Olive Oil Co.Colorado Baking Company,Inc.Creative Logistics Group Inc.D.P. Enterprises, LPDane NissenDavid TaylorDesarrollos TecnificadosAgricolas S.A. de C.V.East Colusa FarmsEtcheverry/Cobeen JointVentureFigone’s Of California OliveOil Co.Galaxy Granola, LLCGateless FarmGci NutrientsGiddyup GarlicGlobal Organic Foods SolutionsGregory FarmsGrover Family LPH & R KoligianContinued on page 37CCOF Certified Organic Magazine—Fall 200939

Member Listings Continued from page 39Hollyhock FarmsJerry & Joy CulverJim Bianchi FarmsKelby Sheppard, Josh SheppardKorea Green HouseKrier FoodsLa Buona TerraLindencroft FarmMartinez FarmsMetta Forest MonasteryNature’s InventoryNdic FarmsNostra NoceOrganic Rice PartnersPaesano FarmsPassion Fruit FarmsPetrou FoodsPrime Time InternationalRangel OrganicsRicetec, Inc.Robert and Jarol FarmsRore RanchS & S Grove ManagementServicesSespe Creek StablesSunray’s Harvest LLCSunrise Fresh Fruit & NutCompanySuperior TransplantsTea SummitThe Freaky Bean Coffee Co.Inc.The Organic Spirits Co.Torres Family FarmsTulocay & Co, Inc.Twin Hill RanchValley Organic FarmsVeripak CorpWeinzingerZamudio FarmsNEWSUPPORTINGMEMBERSPromotingAgroThrive Inc./ ProgressiveDigestionDennis Macura305 Vineyard Town Center #356Morgan Hill, CA(831) 675-2853www.agrothrive.netdmacura@agrothrive.netMountain Rose HerbsP.O. Box 50220Eugene, OR(800) 879-3337www.mountainroseherbs.cominfo@mountainroseherbs.comJadience Herbal FormulasCraig Nandoo4901 Morena Blvd., Ste 1104San Diego, CA(858) 373-1830craig@jadience.comNatural SystemsJames Smallwood220 E. Sola Street, #9Santa Barbara, CA(805) 962-9953www.n-systems.netmail@n-systems.netRibus, Inc.Steve Peirce8000 Maryland Ave. #460St. Louis, MO(314) 727-4287www.ribus.cominfo@ribus.comIFCSean Glover2862 16th Ave.Kingsburg, CA(559) 836-8928www.indfumco.comsglover@indfumco.comAg AdvisorAzomiteThetis Sammons324 State Street, Suite ESanta Barbara, CA(805) 886-6308www.azomite.comthetis@azomite.comGreen PenguinCommunicationsAnnie Gardiner6114 La Salle Ave., PMB 421Oakland, CA(510) 339-1363annie@greenpenguincomm.comPurgatory VenturesChristine Flannigan50806 Bramble LaneSquaw Valley, CA(559) 338-3138www.purgatoryventures.comchristine@purgatoryventures.comIndividualNorth Coast OpportunitiesPatty BruderWillits, CAKarolyn MinayaJamaica, NYAngela Paige MillerSanta Cruz, CANapa Valley GrapegrowersJennifer K. PutnamNapa, CAStudentJerry ShafferPaso Robles, CADon MayMalibu, CAFamilyDeborah FlowerEl Dorado Hills, CARodney & Sherril WellsFresno, CAOrganic Fertilizer ProgramsSoil - Biology & Crop Consultinginfo @cutingedgesolutions.orgPh: 707.528.0522 Fx: 707.528.042240 CCOF Certified Organic Magazine—Fall 2009

Classified AdsFOR SALECorner Boards1,000 plus Shipping Corner Boards for Sale.5’ long, used for loading pallets. $40.00 per100 FOB in Firebaugh, CA. Please contactJohn Teixeira, Lone Willow Ranch (559)694-0017 or email lonewillow@aol.com.Production ItemsAluminum irrigation pipe 20ft at $15 withfittings for $10. Stokes 15ft ladder $150.140ft pull hoses with sled $7.50. ContactSteve Thomas (707) 621-2278.Plasma Neem Oil - OMRI listedPlasma Neem® Oil, OMRI listed agriculturalspray and Plasma Neem® Cake OMRIlisted soil additive at attractive prices. Pleasecontact manager@plasmaneem.com or fax(800) 859-7115.CCOF-Certified Organic ForageMix HayForage mix hay (oats, beardless wheat, barley)for sale in Gridley, CA. CCOF-certified,excellent quality, very clean except for somewild radish, not rained on. Three strandbales, approximately 100 lbs. each, $10 perbale. Neighbor has a squeeze loader availablefor hire for truck loading. Call (530)846-6511 or email wooleyfarms@msn.comfor more information.Organically-Managed Ranch in YubaCity for Sale or Lease47-acre, organically-managed ranch in SutterCounty for sale and/or lease. Owners areasking $595,000 for the main 5-ac parcelwith 2 houses. An additional three parcelsare available for share lease, lease-to-own,or sale including two 20-acre parcels, plus a2 acre parcel. Two wells, one deep and oneshallow, irrigate the entire property. Theranch has been subdivided. For more informationcontact Kendra Johnson, CaliforniaFarm Link at (530) 756-8518 x 32.Organic Land for Lease in Carmel20 - 35 potential acres available on thecoast with great soil and plenty of water.Sub-leaser must pay for property taxes,PG&E for well pump and for acreage. Partof acreage available now. Remaining acresavailable in the fall. Call for more details.(831) 726-9432Certified Land For Sale40 Acres in Madera County. CCOF CertifiedOrganic. Well water. Call (408) 683-2707.Organic Farm Land Available forLease350 acres of CCOF certified organic farmland available for lease in Livingston, CA.Contact Frank at (209) 394-3397.Yearling Heifers and SteersOrganic coastal pasture grass fed beefyearling heifers and steers for sale. 40 areavailable. Weights to 1000#. Located inPetrolia, Humboldt County. Please call (707)629-3506 or email evenson@igc.org.Organic Grass/Clover HayCertified Organic Grass/Clover Hay.Three twine bales. First or Second cutting.$160.00 per ton or $8.00 per bale. NoDamage. Very good quality. Cottonwood ,CA. Contact Mark at (530) 347-5304.Jacob Sheep Ram as Breeder StockAvailableWe have a 3-4 year old jacob sheep ram(black/white with 4 horns) as breederstock available. He is not certified yet, buthas been managed according to certifiedorganic guidelines for 1 year now. Hewill give you black or black/white sheep,depending on the ewes you use. We mightalso have some lambs available that are across of rambouillet, dorper, suffolk/ hampshire,dorset and jacob. For more information,contact Jan at (951) 808-7546 or emailjan.k@hsresort.com.Organic HayCertified organic Timothy hay for sale. Norain and excellent quality. Truckloads only.$165/ton Lakeview, OR. Contact Ross at(541) 417-0284.Produce TraceabilityProduce Traceability Initiative Compliancefor $180/yr. (888) NOW-2010.EMPLOYMENTBoard Member PositionThe Homeless Garden Project in SantaCruz, CA is expanding its Board of Directors.Volunteer board members will workto raise public awareness and improvefinancial security of the organization. Weare looking for someone with a commitmentto serving the homeless community,experience in organic farming, connectionsto the community and interest or experiencein fundraising. Board members servea three-year term, meet once a month inSanta Cruz, and volunteer twice a year atthe farm or store. Please send a resume towoutjes@homelessgardenproject.org andabbeya@homelessgardenproject.org or visitour website www.homelessgardenproject.org for additional information.Classified Ad SubmissionCCOF certified members and supportingmembers may run classified ads for freeonline and in Certified Organic, the CCOFMagazine, as space permits. To submit yourad please email ccof@ccof.org or fax yourad to CCOF at (831) 423-4528 with a subjectline of “CCOF member classified ad”.Promote Organic and Protect Your FieldsCCOF CERTIFIED MEMBERS ONLY!CCOF Certified Organic Sign: 18” x 24”, Steel, large, $35CCOF Certified Organic Sign: 12” x 18”, Aluminum, small, $15CCOF Logo Sign: 7.75” x 7”, Aluminum, $8Shop online at www.ccof.org!CCOF Certified Organic Magazine—Fall 2009Organic Farm: “Do Not Spray” Sign: $15, 18” x24”, Outdoor grade aluminum (wholesale quantitydiscounts available—prices as low as $7.50)41

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