Introduction to NOP Overview

The United States of America's government administrative system that regulates organic food is called the National Organic Program (NOP).

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDAAgricultural )'s Marketing Service (AMS) programme is also in charge of monitoring and approving the administrative system. The primary objective of the NOP is to ensure the validity of the USDA Organic designation. Products that adhere to USDA standards and have at least 95% organic components are given the seal.

The USDA was mandated to create national standards for organic products by the Organic Foods Production Act of 1990. The final principle of the NOP was first published in the Federal Register in 2000 and is codified at 7 C.F.R. 205 of the Code of Federal Regulations.

Control Union Certifications are approved by the US Department of Agriculture for the National Organic Program (NOP). We are able to make certification efficient and affordable while preserving the same strict professional auditing and certification procedures thanks to our extensive global network of offices operating under the auspices of our accredited Dutch head office.

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The Key activities of the National Organic Program are to:

  • Upkeep of the Organic Integrity Database, a directory of certified organic businesses, and assistance in learning the certification process for new farmers and businesses
  • Establish rules and guidelines for organic standards.
  • Keep track of the National List of Allowed and Prohibited Substances
  • Appoint certification authorities to accredit organic farmers and handlers.
  • Assist the National Organic Standards Board, a Federal Advisory Committee, in its work
  • Give USDA employees, certifying agents, and other stakeholders training
  • Participate in and assist the organic community
  • Investigate alleged organic standards infractions and prosecute those responsible.
  • Improves the staffs' professional development
 

NOP Business Certification Steps

  • Reach out to the First auditor Team
  • Submit all necessary paperwork
  • We'll finalise & check the paperwork.
  • We'll write the application and submit it.
  • A fee is paid
  • Maintains contact with the certifying body
  • We will send you a copy of the certificate through email or courier.
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