These claims must be verified by an accredited, independent auditor in order for a farm or food company to use the organic label.

Garza said one auditor told him: “We‘re only looking for good things.”

Panorama discovered the Trimpley investment through the work of retired auditor Stanley Root.

Stephen Boyle, auditor general for Scotland, said the government needs to "clearly set out" how it will deliver reform.

Democrats took the most important offices by about two points each, while Republicans won tight races for auditor, state treasurer and insurance commissioner.