Chip Sundstrom
- California Crop Improvement Association
January 2003
Why is it important to read about organic seed at this time?
How is the term "organic" defined?
Tell me about the rules of the USDA National Organic Program.
The regulation
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A "process certification" rather than a "product certification"
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Definitions
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Which operations must be certified?
Necessity of organic production and handling systems plans
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Use of the USDA organic label or seal
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General requirements for certification
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Accreditation of certifying agents
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National list of allowed and prohibited substances
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What must an interested company do to inquire about producing, processing or selling organic seed?
Can you
briefly describe some of the aspects of the organic production plan and the certification process that will be of interest to anyone desiring to produce organic seed?
Do seed dealers need to be certified to sell organic seed?
About the California Crop Improvement Association
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