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Documentation and labeling
NOP Standards require that all animals be individually identified and traceable through every phase of on-farm production. For poultry, records may be kept by flock; for bees, by hive. Recordkeeping requirements for organic livestock operations are discussed in more detail in the Certification module of this course.
As with crops, NOP Standards allow the use of other, so-called complementary label claims so long as they are truthful and accurate. Some of these have their own certification and authentication systems, such as kosher and certified humane. Others, like "local" or "natural," currently do not.
Meat labels must meet state requirements. Organic labeling must meet NOP requirements. See the Certification module for details on organic labeling. |
 Reproduction records from Seven Stars Dairy, Phoenixville, PA. (Photo: TRI)
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