For example, detailed Soil Analysis are available through both private and government laboratories and are a great source of information to the organic grower. Your fertilizers must come from natural sources, and not be produced artificially. Fortunately, some of the best fertilizers are most often present on a mixed farm. The aged manure of various livestock will readily replenish the balance of the soil. We even place animal bones in our garden, to help keep our mineral balance right.
Untreated seed is sometimes difficult to find.
Some seeds are always treated with fungicides so that they will not rot when planted. However, plan to search for seed producers who will offer both treated and untreated. In order to have Certified Organic Beef or Poultry, that Cow or Chicken must be ranged on Certified Organic Land, fed with Certified Organic Feed, and watered with clean water, and must not receive any antibiotics or treatment with pesticides, or hormones. It really isn't that hard to raise livestock organically, however impeccible animal husbandry must be executed. Primarily, no crowding or dirty pens, lots of fresh air, clean water and nourishing food.