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b'Prior to the implementation of the Organic Food Law, every state had their own organic standards. For example, Vermont could say one thing was organic while California says another thing is organic and no one really knew what it meant. That\\u2019s why episode 2 of the GMO Watch Podcast is about food labeling!\\nIn this episode of GMO Watch Podcast, my guest Alesia Bock is sharing the importance of the food you eat being organically certified and actionable steps you can take right now to read and understand the different labels and claims that might show up on your products. Some of the talking points Alesia Bock and I go over in this episode include:\\n\\nWhat does it mean to be organically certified and why it is important to obtain this certification as a business.\\nThe process of a company becoming organically certified and the upkeep of this certification over time. \\u2018\\nBreaking down the difference between organically certified, being labeled as \\u201cmade with organic ingredients,\\u201d as well as what it means to be a transitional certified product.\\nHurdles that farmers face during the process of becoming certified and why many choose not to do it.\\nThe three types of agencies that manage food labels.\\nReading other labels and claims on product labels and what they really mean.\\n\\nFood is such a personal thing for each and every one of us. As consumers, we have the most direct power with what we spend our money on. So if we want to see change on labeling, clarification or certification, we just need to reach out. Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of practical tips on food labeling and to hear even more about the points outlined above.\\nThank you for listening!\\nIf you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me!\\xa0 And don\\u2019t forget to subscribe, rate and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!\\nCONNECT WITH EMILY JOURNEY:\\nFacebook\\nInstagram\\nGMO Watch\\nCONNECT WITH ALESIA BOCK\\nWebsite\\nLinkedIn Profile'