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Oregon Tilth Certification Manuals Summary: Oregon Tilth provides several certification manuals that outline the full organic certification process—from application through inspection. These manuals explain requirements, enforcement policies, and region-specific standards to help certified clients stay in compliance. Understanding Oregon Tilth Certification Manuals The Oregon Tilth Certified Organic Procedures Manual is your primary guide to the … Continued

What To Know About Applying For OPT Grass-Fed Organic Certification Summary: Oregon Tilth offers OPT Certified Grass-Fed Organic certification in partnership with the Organic Plus Trust (OPT). This optional program is for certified organic farmers and handlers who emphasize pasture-based feeding and animal welfare, while limiting grain use. The application fee is a flat $350, … Continued

The Initial Review Process of Your Organic Certification Application Summary: After Oregon Tilth receives your organic certification application and payment, our staff conducts an initial review of your Organic System Plan (OSP). During this stage, your certification officer may contact you with questions or request additional documentation. This is a normal part of the process. … Continued

Salmon-Safe Certification for Organic Farmers Summary: Oregon Tilth partners with Salmon-Safe to offer organic farmers an optional overlay certification. For $95, Salmon-Safe standards can be assessed during your annual organic inspection. This program focuses on water quality, habitat protection, erosion control, and sustainable irrigation practices not fully covered under USDA organic rules. What is Salmon-Safe? … Continued

What To Know About Your GOTS Fiber & Textile Certification Organic System Plan (OSP) Summary: Oregon Tilth (OTCO) certifies to the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS), the world’s leading standard for processing organic fibers. Certification covers every step of the textile supply chain, from raw fiber to finished product. To apply, you’ll submit an Organic … Continued

What To Know About Your Crop Organic System Plan (OSP) Summary: The Organic System Plan (OSP) is the blueprint for your organic crop production practices. It outlines how your operation complies with organic standards, covering everything from seed selection to soil fertility, pest management, harvest, storage, and sales. Use the forms below to create or … Continued

What Activities Will Make Your Noncompliant With Your Organic Crop Certification Summary: If your farm creates multi-ingredient products using ingredients you didn’t grow (even if they’re certified organic), you’ll need handler certification. This includes products like jams, pickles with added sauces, or cider made from purchased fruit. You also need handler certification if you process … Continued