This 3-page resource summarizes what livestock producers need to know in order to successfully transition their operation to be certified organic. It includes information on feed, health treatments, pasture, housing, and more.
Type: Fact Sheets
Is Organic Certification Right for My Urban Farm? (Michigan TOPP)
Cover Cropping Guide
This guide to organic cover cropping has been created by the Organic Farming Research Foundation (OFRF) and the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) to assist farmers of all levels, from beginners to those refining their practices. It combines scientific research with practical insights from organic farmers. The guide covers how to choose the right cover… Continue reading Cover Cropping Guide
Commercial Availability Searches for Seeds and Stock
A 2-page overview of organic seed, seedling, and stock requirements, as well as how to perform and record Commercial Availability Searches when using non-organic seeds or stock.
Organic System Plan Fact Sheet
2-page fact sheet providing an overview of Organic System Plans (OSPs), what role OSPs play in certification, and what topics certifiers ask about in the OSP paperwork.
Transition to Organic: Alfalfa Production in Utah
Overview of transitioning alfalfa to organic in Utah.
Commercial Availability Searches (Seed Searches) Fact Sheet
2-page fact sheet providing an overview of commercial availability searches (seed searches) for seeds and planting stock. Info includes when a seed search is needed and how to record it.
Organic Fraud Complaint Guide: Crops (Strengthening Organic Systems)
This resource provides an outline to support documentation and approach to a complaint process or investigation of potential fraud. An effective complaint and investigation includes: Who, What, Where, When, and How.
Organic Fraud Prevention Guide for Inspectors (Strengthening Organic Systems)
Organic Fraud Prevention Guide for Inspectors
Organic Livestock and Poultry Standard Handbook (Strengthening Organic Systems)
This guide provides quick reference tools for inspectors and reviewers relating to changes under OLPS for the implementation date of January 2, 2025.