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What is organic?

An organic production system is managed in accordance with the Organic Foods Production Act and the National Organic Program to respond to site-specific conditions by integrating cultural, biological, and mechanical practices that foster cycling of resources, promote ecological balance, and conserve biodiversity.
Source: USDA – National Organic Program 2001

What does "certified" organic mean?

"Certified organic" means that a non-profit, state or private certification organization, accredited by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), has verified that products labeled as "organic" meet strictly defined organic standards.  Source: Quality Assurance International

   
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