Strengthening Organic Integrity: Understanding the Strengthening Organic Enforcement (SOE) Rule

This video explores the impact of the Strengthening Organic Enforcement (SOE) rule on the future of organic farming and transportation. Effective March 20, 2023, with a compliance deadline of March 19, 2024, the SOE rule marks a major update to USDA organic regulations. It introduces stricter oversight and enforcement to protect the integrity of the organic supply chain, with key provisions aimed at reducing fraud, increasing transparency, and improving traceability across production, handling, and transportation. Learn how these changes affect stakeholders at every stage and what they mean for the future of organic food systems.