Agriculture & Sustainability
Organic — NOP/USDA
National Organic Program, 7 CFR Part 205
What is it?
The USDA National Organic Program (NOP), under 7 CFR Part 205, sets out the requirements produce must meet to be marketed as organic in the United States.
Who needs it?
Farms, processors and exporters supplying organic produce to United States buyers and retailers.
Why certify?
Certification allows produce to be marketed and sold as organic in the US, meeting buyer and regulatory requirements for that market.
Certification process
- 01
Apply
Submit your application and confirm the scope of certification with our team.
- 02
Review
We review your application and agree audit scope, timing and cost.
- 03
Audit
An independent auditor assesses your site or system against the standard.
- 04
Corrective action
Any nonconformities identified are closed out before a decision is made.
- 05
Certification decision
An independent reviewer, separate from the audit team, makes the decision.
- 06
Maintain certification
Surveillance audits keep your certificate valid on an ongoing basis.
Apply for Organic — NOP/USDA certification
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