As the organic industry transitions from niche to mainstream this major new international conference, Developing Organic Trade, is being held to address issues the industry faces.

The conference will highlight current opportunities and challenges in developing organic trade, including:

• Consumer marketing - communicating a clear organic message
• Keeping pace with demand - supply chain issues
• The health value of organic food
• Product differentiation at affordable prices
• Labelling and organic certification
• Best practice in the market

The conference brings together Stakeholders from organic farming, textiles, health & beauty, manufacturing, suppliers, distribution, retail, food service and agencies, together with consumer advocates, educators and politicians. In addition to presenting opportunities and challenges the industry faces, the programme will include case studies and opportunities to debate and network with fellow professionals.

Supporting associations include the Soil Association, Compassion in World Farming and Campden & Chorleywood Food Research Association.