Dave Carter

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Dave Carter is a pioneer in connecting organic and sustainable farmers with shoppers seeking healthy, wholesome food. He began his career in rural America as a journalist in small-town newspapers, but soon began working with family farmers and ranchers who were fighting to weather the economic turbulence in rural America in the 1980’s. He developed a passion for working with farmers who were pioneering the development of natural meat and organic food production. Appointed to the USDA National Organic Standards Board by Agriculture Secretary Dan Glickman, Dave served as chair of that panel during the implementation of the national organic regulations. Over the past decade, he has helped lead the growth of the U.S. bison industry, has coordinated efforts to establish USDA organic regulations for pet food, and has been involved in several farmer-controlled marketing initiatives. He also has a small herd of bison that he maintains on a ranch east of Denver.

Latest Posts by Dave Carter

Let’s Help More Shoppers Benefit from the Benefits of Organic

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One of the major debating points between proponents and critics of organic agriculture is whether eating certified organic food reduces exposure to pesticides. The critics argue that the Food and Drug Administration food handling requirements, and the food industry’s operating
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The Kids Made this Family Decision

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It’s not easy as a farmer to make the transition to growing food that can be certified organic. First, there is the cost of certification, followed by a three-year transition period in which the land must be farmed organically but
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Tuning in to My Favorite Show

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I tuned in to my favorite show the other afternoon. This was a particularly good episode; a little bit of drama…some jostling among the stars…and a real family theme. I call it Bison TV. It plays out every day on
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The Real Challenge for the Organic Food Industry

I listened last week as Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack addressed the Organic Trade Association’s annual policy conference in Washington, D.C. It wasn’t surprising to listen to the Secretary wade through a checklist of initiatives his agency has undertaken to
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Gettin’ Dirty Sure Feels Good

Why does dirt under the fingernails feel so good? My postage stamp-sized backyard vegetable garden is my refuge each morning and afternoon during my hectic workday. As soon as the frost broke in March, I was turning the dirt to
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