Notice2022-12059
National Organic Standards Board: Call for Nominations
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Published
June 6, 2022
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Abstract
The National Organic Standards Board was established to assist in the development of standards for substances to be used in organic production and to advise the Secretary on the implementation of the Organic Foods Production Act of 1990. Through this Notice, the Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is announcing its call for nominations to fill one vacancy. A description of the position is listed below under SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION. Appointees will serve a five-year term beginning 2023 and ending 2028. Additionally, AMS seeks nominations for a pool of candidates that the Secretary of Agriculture can draw upon as replacement appointees if unexpected vacancies occur.
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[Federal Register Volume 87, Number 108 (Monday, June 6, 2022)]
[Notices]
[Pages 34232-34233]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [<a href="http://www.gpo.gov">www.gpo.gov</a>]
[FR Doc No: 2022-12059]
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
Agricultural Marketing Service
[Doc. No. AMS-NOP-22-0030]
National Organic Standards Board: Call for Nominations
AGENCY: Agricultural Marketing Service, USDA.
ACTION: Notice: call for nominations.
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SUMMARY: The National Organic Standards Board was established to assist
in the development of standards for substances to be used in organic
production and to advise the Secretary on the implementation of the
Organic Foods Production Act of 1990. Through this Notice, the
Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is announcing its call for
nominations to fill one vacancy. A description of the position is
listed below under SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION. Appointees will serve a
five-year term beginning 2023 and ending 2028. Additionally, AMS seeks
nominations for a pool of candidates that the Secretary of Agriculture
can draw upon as replacement appointees if unexpected vacancies occur.
DATES: Written nominations must be received by mail or postmarked on or
before August 5, 2022.
ADDRESSES: Applications can be sent via email to Michelle Arsenault at
<a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#105d797378757c7c753e516263757e71657c6450656374713e777f66"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="1b567278737e77777e355a69687e757a6e776f5b6e687f7a357c746d">[email protected]</span></a>, or mailed to USDA-AMS-NOP, 1400
Independence Avenue SW, Room 2642-S, Ag Stop 0268, Washington, DC
20250-0268. Electronic submittals are preferred.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Michelle Arsenault, Advisory Committee
Specialist, National Organic Standards Board, USDA-AMS-NOP, 1400
Independence Avenue SW, Room 2642-S, STOP 0268, Washington, DC 20250-
0268; Phone: (202) 997-0115; Email: <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#65280c060d000909004b241716000b0410091125101601044b020a13"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="c08da9a3a8a5acaca5ee81b2b3a5aea1b5acb480b5b3a4a1eea7afb6">[email protected]</span></a>.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Organic Foods Production Act of 1990
(OFPA), as amended (7 U.S.C. 6501-6524), requires the Secretary of
Agriculture (Secretary) to establish the National Organic Standards
Board (NOSB) in accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act, as
amended. The NOSB is composed of 15 members: four individuals who own
or operate an organic farming operation, or employees of such
individuals; two individuals who own or operate an organic handling
operation, or employees of such individuals; one individual who owns or
operates a retail establishment with significant trade in organic
products, or employees of such individuals; three individuals with
expertise in areas of environmental protection and resource
conservation; three individuals who represent public interest or
consumer interest groups; one individual with expertise in the fields
of toxicology, ecology, or biochemistry; and one individual who is a
certifying agent.
Through this Notice, AMS seeks to fill the following one position:
one individual with expertise in areas of environmental protection and
resource conservation. Per the OFPA, individuals seeking appointment to
the NOSB must meet the definition of the position that they seek as
identified under 7 U.S.C. 6518, as well as satisfy the selection
criteria for an NOSB member. Selection criteria include the following:
an understanding of organic principles and practical experience in the
organic community; demonstrated experience and interest in organic
production and organic certification; demonstrated experience with
respect to agricultural products produced and handled on certified
organic farms; a commitment to the integrity of the organic food and
fiber industry; demonstrated experience in the development of public
policy such as participation on public or private advisory boards,
boards of directors, or other comparable organizations; support of
consumer and public interest organizations; participation in standards
development or involvement in educational outreach activities; the
ability to evaluate technical information and to fully participate in
NOSB deliberation and recommendations; the willingness to commit the
time and energy necessary to assume NOSB duties; and other such factors
as may be appropriate for specific positions. More information can be
found on the NOSB web page: <a href="https://www.ams.usda.gov/rules-regulations/organic/nosb/nomination-process">https://www.ams.usda.gov/rules-regulations/organic/nosb/nomination-process</a>.
The appointee will serve a five-year term beginning in 2023.
To nominate yourself or someone else, please submit the following:
a resume (required); Form AD-755 (required), which can be accessed at:
<a href="https://www.usda.gov/sites/default/files/documents/ad-755.pdf">https://www.usda.gov/sites/default/files/documents/ad-755.pdf</a>; a cover
letter (optional); and letters of recommendation (optional). Resumes
should be no longer than five (5) pages and should include the
following information: the position for which you are applying; current
and past organization affiliations; areas of expertise; education;
career positions held; and any other notable positions held. Previous
applicants who wish to be considered must reapply.
If AMS receives a request under the Freedom of Information Act (5
U.S.C. 552) for records relating to NOSB nominations, application
materials may be released to the requester. Prior to the release of the
information, personally identifiable information protected by the
Privacy Act (5 U.S.C. 552) will be redacted.
AMS encourages submissions from qualified applicants, regardless of
race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, religion, disability status, protected veteran status, or any
other characteristic protected by law. AMS encourages submissions from
traditionally underrepresented individuals, organizations, and
businesses to reflect the diversity of this industry.
AMS policy is that diversity of the boards should reflect the
diversity of its industries in terms of the experience of members,
methods of production and distribution, marketing strategies, and other
distinguishing factors, including but not limited individuals from
historically underserved communities, that will bring different
perspectives and ideas to the table. AMS plans to conduct extensive
outreach, paying particular attention to reaching underserved
communities, and plans to consider the diversity of the population
served and the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the members to serve
a diverse population.
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The information collection requirements concerning the nomination
process have been previously cleared by the Office of Management and
Budget (OMB) under OMB Control No. 0505-0001.
Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of
communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print,
audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the responsible
Agency or USDA's TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or
contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339.
Additionally, program information may be made available in languages
other than English.
Equal opportunity practices in accordance with USDA's policies will
be followed in all appointments to the Committee. To ensure that the
recommendations of the Committee have taken in account the needs of the
diverse groups served by USDA, membership shall include to the extent
possible, individuals with demonstrated ability to represent
minorities, women and person with disabilities. USDA is an equal
opportunity provider, employer, and lender.
Dated: June 1, 2022.
Cikena Reid,
USDA Committee Management Officer.
[FR Doc. 2022-12059 Filed 6-3-22; 8:45 am]
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