Chris Anderson is a lifelong organic foods activist and is passionate about food and organic agriculture. This passion began at a young age, as he and his family sat around the dinner table discussing the daily challenges of operating America’s first ever organic farm, Walnut Acres. They rapidly grew their business from a small family farm into a nationwide iconic organic food brand which ultimately influenced the creation of US policy and national organic standards. Chris’ work in the organic industry continues today serving as a Vice President with Sustainable Strategies. He routinely advises world governments and corporations on how best to navigate global organic standards to expand international organic trade opportunities. He has participated in the GAP analysis and strategic planning for many U.S. organic equivalency agreements including the EU, Canada, and Japan.