Quality Assurance International

Community Advocacy

The heart of organic agriculture is to foster a healthier planet through practices that are more in harmony with nature. QAI is committed to that goal and has been a long-time sponsor of organic and environmental community events at the national and local level. QAI sponsors the Earth Day Fair in our hometown of San Diego to help educate the community on the benefits of "going organic."

QAI is also active in the San Diego school district, serving on the Board of Directors for the Terra Nova Academy, a special educational curriculum engaging at-risk secondary education students in urban San Diego on careers in food and environmental science. Our team members also judge science fairs and mentor teachers, helping the community cultivate a commitment to the environment at all ages and stages of life.

Since our founding in 1989, QAI has been extremely active in the Organic Trade Association (OTA) to help protect and promote organic practices. QAI Senior Vice President Joe Smillie has served as OTA president and as a member of their board of directors for many years, and QAI President Kristen Holt now serves on the board of directors as treasurer. Our team members serve on numerous committees, and we continue to give both time and resources to the OTA.

If you would like a QAI representative at an upcoming school or advocacy event please contact us at qai@qai-inc.com, 858-792-3531. QAI can serve as a resource to discuss the importance of organic practices and how they benefit the environment.