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Conservation Buffers in Organic Systems: Western States Implementation Guide
The purpose of this document is to provide guidance in installing practices for use as buffers in organic production systems in order to meet the National Organic Program (NOP) regulations....
Common NRCS Practices Related to Pest Management on Organic Farms
The purpose of this document is to demonstrate how certain NRCS practices that have primary resource protection benefits can also have significant Integrated Pest Management (IPM) benefits to organic...
Answers About Organic
This webinar covers the primary requirements for organic certification. Emphasis is placed on the most relevant conservation practices to utilize during the transition to organic, as well as the...
Organic Price Report Calculator
The Organic Price Report (OPR) is an online tool that helps you price organic products competitively. The tool tracks selected prices from the fruit, vegetable, herbs and grain sectors, comparing...
Resource Guide for Organic Insect and Disease Management
This guide was developed to provide a useful and scientifically accurate reference for organic farmers and agricultural professionals who are searching for information on best practices, available...
Guide for Organic Processors
This publication serves as a guide for organic operators and explains the USDA organic regulations that are relevant to those who wish to process their organic crops and label or sell the product as...
EQIP Organic Initiative Practice List and National Organic Program Rules Correlation Matrix
The EQIP Correlation Matrix compares the Organic System Plan (OSP) and organic certification requirements with NRCS practices. Not all practices are appropriate in all areas; consult the matrix for a...
Sourcing Organic Ingredients for Food Processing FAQ
Sourcing ingredients for organic processing is sometimes a challenge. Often a convergence of variables impacts how various organic ingredients are sourced and subsequently processed to suit product...
USDA’s Organic Resource Guide
In addition to setting the standards for U.S. organic products, USDA supports organic agriculture in all of its agencies. USDA offers a wide variety of funding opportunities, including conservation...
Organic Pasture Management
This webinar covers the specifics of the new pasture management regulations, along with the contents of the grazing management plan that needs to be developed and followed to demonstrate compliance....