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Organic Producer Certification: Crop and/or LivestockWhat is the Purpose of this Certification?To verify the crops and livestock products that are sold, labeled, and represented as organic were produced in compliance with USDA Organic Regulations.What Activities Require this Certification?Selling, labeling, or representing crop or livestock products as "organic."How Much Will this Certification Cost?The new application fee for all new businesses is $375, due with the new application. There is an inspection fee for each inspection. The inspection fee is based on the sum of the types of production activities at inspection: $375 for crop producers, $250 for livestock producers, and $100 for wild crop producers. A renewal fee, due each year on March 1, is based on the gross annual income received from organic activities in the previous year.Where Can I Get the Application for this Certification?The application which is called 'New Application for Organic Certification' is online and can be accessed at https://agr.wa.gov/departments/organic/apply-for-certification/new-application.Do I Need to Include Anything with my Application?All required forms and fees listed on the new application are required to accept the application.Complete information is available at https://agr.wa.gov/departments/organic/apply-for-certification/new-application, or by calling our program at 360-902-1805. Is the Decision on my Certification Dependent on Anything Besides the Information in my Application?
How Long Will it Take to Review my Application?The time it takes to complete the certification process will depend on several factors such as: the completeness of your application, the complexity of your business, and the timing of your harvest or production date. Due to the nature and complexity of the certification process, WSDA Organic Program recommends producers apply for certification at least 3 ½ months prior to your expected harvest date. Handlers and processors should apply at least 3 ½ months prior to your plan to market organic products.Where do I Submit my Application?Application packet and forms may be sent by email to organic@agr.wa.gov.The fee form and check must be sent hardcopy to:
Attn: Organic Program PO Box 42591 (US mail) 1111 Washington St SE (Private courier) Olympia, WA 98504-2560 How Long is my Certification Valid?Certificates don't expire unless an operation surrenders certification or the agency suspends or revokes certification. In order to remain in compliance and avoid suspension, an operation must renew certification annually (Due March 1). Per USDA Guidance, an updated certificate is issued annually for compliant operations.Where can I get permitting assistance?Web page URL:https://agr.wa.gov/organic Helpdesk phone: (360) 902-1805, organic@agr.wa.gov Statewide Contact:Organic Program 1111 Washington Street SE PO Box 42560 Olympia, WA 98504-2560 Telephone: (360) 902-1805 Email: organic@agr.wa.gov Website: https://agr.wa.gov/departments/organic * Permit information last updated 6/4/2020 [v2] |
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