The Organic Pages Online , OTA's searchable online directory. May 7 and 8. Key Points National organic standards are the result of ten years of dedicated work by the Organic Trade Association, its members, the farming community supporting sustainable agriculture, consumers, and a number of dedicated government employees.
Organic agriculture is a production system that s here to stay.
It will contribute tremendously to the growth of family farms, to the U.S. economy, and to a safer environment worldwide. No longer will there be questions concerning what certification stands for, or whether a state recognizes a private certification label. Standards clarify and make labeling consistent, protecting the integrity of the organic guarantee. The rule gives consumers the assurance of what organic stands for. Organic agriculture prohibits the use of toxic synthetic pesticides and fertilizers, irradiation, sewage sludge, and genetic engineering in anything labeled organic.