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    This document provides an overview of organic certification in the United States. It discusses how organic is a regulated term overseen by the USDA National Organic Program. It outlines the categories of operations that can be certified organic including farmers, livestock producers, and food processors. It also reviews the three categories of certified organic labeling and the requirements and limitations of each. The document provides additional details on certification requirements, record keeping, and resources for more information on organic standards.

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    This document provides an overview of organic certification in the United States. It discusses how organic is a regulated term overseen by the USDA National Organic Program. It outlines the categories of operations that can be certified organic including farmers, livestock producers, and food processors. It also reviews the three categories of certified organic labeling and the requirements and limitations of each. The document provides additional details on certification requirements, record keeping, and resources for more information on organic standards.

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    This document provides an overview of organic certification in the United States. It discusses how organic is a regulated term overseen by the USDA National Organic Program. It outlines the categories of operations that can be certified organic including farmers, livestock producers, and food processors. It also reviews the three categories of certified organic labeling and the requirements and limitations of each. The document provides additional details on certification requirements, record keeping, and resources for more information on organic standards.

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    This document provides an overview of organic certification in the United States. It discusses how organic is a regulated term overseen by the USDA National Organic Program. It outlines the categories of operations that can be certified organic including farmers, livestock producers, and food processors. It also reviews the three categories of certified organic labeling and the requirements and limitations of each. The document provides additional details on certification requirements, record keeping, and resources for more information on organic standards.

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