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Organic Industry Basics

Get to know the ever expanding organic industry from the inside out. Find out what “organic” really means and brush up on the history behind the organic industry. Learn about organic policy and decide if organics make sense for your farm or business.
  1. Organic Myths (1)
  2. Organic Public Policy (4)
  3. Organics & Sustainability (3)
  4. Organics History (3)
  5. Transitioning to Organic (1)

When Is Organic Really Organic?

Find out the key differences between the terms organic and certified organic.

Which Food Products Qualify for Organic Certification?

Many edibles are eligible for USDA organic certification - find out which foods are a-okay for the organic industry to produce and process.

Which Food Products Cannot be Certified Organic?

There are so many certified organic foods on the market today that you might think all food can be certified - but that's not true.

Facts About Organic Water

Water is a big deal and does affect both organic certification and organic products.

9 Products That Qualify for Organic Certification

Numerous products are eligible for USDA organic certification - find out which products can be officially certified as organic.

Can You Certify Organic Water?

Find out if water is eligible for USDA organic certification.

Organic 101 - Organic Basics, Products & Policy

All about organic issues related to organic business basics such as organic food, organic policy and organic products.

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