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Gain advantage in the marketplace and expand your network by becoming a member of Organic Exchange. Organic Exchange is a member supported non-profit organization that currently hosts members from across the supply chain, farmer to retailer.

Basic Membership Benefits-available to all OE members:

  • Use of the Organic Exchange logo to demonstrate that you are a member of a globally recognized organization.
  • Use of the Organic Cotton Logo and Tagline that helps consumers identify products containing organic cotton.
  • Discounted fee to our Global Conference, the premier industry conference dedicated to organic fiber.
  • Opportunities for visibility by sponsoring OE events, projects and trade shows.
  • Access to professional staff located around the world with 70+ years combined experience in the global fiber industry.

Additional Benefits-availability varies, for full details see 2008 Membership by Level:

  • Company profile on our website Consumer Marketplace and/or Business Marketplace where 80,000 visitors each year search for companies making organic cotton products. Non-member cost $250 annually
  • Annual Organic Cotton Market Report that researches brands, retailers and businesses operating in the global organic cotton market. Non-member cost $250
  • Annual Farm and Fiber Report that takes a comprehensive look at organic cotton production and consumption globally. Non-member cost $250
  • Guide to Labeling Organic Textile Product gives clarity to effective labeling of products containing organic fiber. Non-member cost $250
  • Accounts on our On-line Tracking Service, supply chain software providing traceability of organic fiber. Only available to members.
  • Complimentary passes to the Global Conference
  • Complimentary display space at the Global Conference Marketplace
  • Logo display on the Organic Exchange website
  • Customized education and training consulting

Become a member today-Membership Registration Online or (pdf).

Please Note:
Membership is renewed annually.
Access to benefits begins once the Organic Exchange Business Office has received funds and sent a PAID invoice by email.
Please allow approximately two weeks from receipt of funds before your online Marketplace Profile is visible, and your organization is included in our Members List online.

Sponsorship of Key Events and Projects for 2008
In addition, sponsorship opportunities are available for events and key projects. Sponsors receive exclusive benefits such as high-level visibility, complimentary meeting passes, and more. Current opportunities include:

  • 2008 Annual Conference and Marketplace, European Union, Fall
  • Regional Meetings for Farm Development and Supply Chains
    • Brazil, April
    • Uganda, June
  • MAGIC Trade Show, Las Vegas, August
  • Certification Guide for Fiber and Fiber Products Project
  • Beyond Organic Cotton, Other Organic Fibers Project