Debbie Leverenz

Debbie Leverenz has extensive experience in the organic inspection field, currently serving as Inspections Team Lead, Senior Inspection Specialist, and Staff Inspector at CCOF since January 2011. Leverenz is an IOIA trained inspector specializing in crops, livestock, and processing on a nationwide scale. Prior to this role, Leverenz worked as an Independent Organic Inspector for various certifiers from August 2007 to January 2011, conducting inspections across multiple states including California, Oregon, and Texas. Earlier career positions include regional sales roles at Emil's Turkey and Applegate Farms. Leverenz holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Science and Agricultural Journalism from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, obtained between 1975 and 1979.