Congress·In Committee·H.R. 7318

Organic Farming: New Support and Grants for Farmers

Opportunities in Organic Act

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Congress introduced a bill to expand help for farmers who want to grow organic food. It turns a small existing program into a larger one called 'Opportunities in Organic' to provide more money and hands-on help for the multi-year process of becoming certified organic.
The bill increases the money farmers can get back for certification costs to $1,500. It also allows for even higher payments for farmers in expensive areas or those from groups that have been historically overlooked by government programs.
Nonprofit groups would receive funding to guide farmers through the transition. This includes help with paperwork, soil testing, buying organic seeds, and learning new ways to manage pests and weeds without synthetic chemicals.
To help with the financial risk, the program offers four-year grants to cover lost income while a farm is switching over. It also funds new buildings and equipment, like organic meat processing plants and storage freezers, to help get organic products to local markets.
The plan sets aside $50 million starting in 2027, growing to $100 million by 2030. It specifically targets small and mid-sized farms, as well as farms located near schools and residential areas, to encourage healthier farming practices in those communities.

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Feb 2, 2026House

Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.

Feb 2, 2026

Introduced in House

1 bill

Opportunities in Organic Act

Jan 28 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.

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Congressional Bill

Official Title

Opportunities in Organic Act

Bill NumberHR 7318

Congress119th Congress

ChamberHouse of Representatives

Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Agriculture.

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