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Conclusion
This concludes the Certification module. In the pages of this module we've reviewed the steps toward certification and discussed specific details like how to choose a certifier and what to expect from your visit with the organic inspector. We've talked about the rules governing organic inputs, some guidelines for organic recordkeeping and the importance of maintaining organic integrity, particularly if you have organic and non-organic farm activities under way at the same farm location.
Finally, we've talked about the different legal categories of organic products, the labeling rules for each and the definition of processing and handling under the NOP Standards. We've discussed some basic on-farm processing ideas and things you should consider before venturing into organic processing.
The paperwork required for organic certification may seem daunting at first, but it's essential to providing a guarantee to consumers about the methods by which the food and other items they're purchasing were produced and handled. It also gives you the opportunity to evaluate your farm business from year to year, to find new efficiencies and make improvements.
Don't forget to finish filing out your Organic System Plan, and to download and save your work. If you need to review any sections of the course, you can do that now, too.
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