TOPP 2024 Impact Report
May 6, 2025
CT NOFA is happy to share the 2024 impact report for the Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP). The full report can be viewed here, which includes highlights such as:
- TOPP’s measurable, national impact during its first phase
- How TOPP supports U.S. farmers to meet growing demand for organic products
- Stories that highlight TOPP’s on-the-ground, farmer-to-farmer approach
- How TOPP helps secure America’s organic future
Americans want healthy organic food to feed their families. Today, 82% of American households purchase organic produce and demand for organic continues to rise. In fact, over the past two decades, demand consistently outpaced domestic production capacity. Imported organic ingredients and finished goods fill the gap, with the United States spending an estimated $8.9 billion on organic imports in 2024, according to research by the Organic Trade Association in 2025.
The Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP) focuses on opening new horizons for American organic producers. Announced in 2022, TOPP helps U.S. farmers meet the demands of U.S. consumers by providing essential support during the transition process required for certified organic production. As a strategic investment in domestic organic agriculture, TOPP focuses on mentorship, technical assistance, community building, workforce and market development. These efforts help farmers successfully navigate the path to organic certification and enhance domestic supply chains for American-grown organic food.
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