Note: Glossary items marked NOP definition are quoted from the National Organic Program Standards §205.2 ("Terms defined").

B

Biodegradable.

Subject to biological decomposition into simpler biochemical or chemical components. (NOP definition)

Biologics.

All viruses, serums, toxins, and analogous products of natural or synthetic origin, such as diagnostics, antitoxins, vaccines, live microorganisms, killed microorganisms, and the antigenic or immunizing components of microorganisms intended for use in the diagnosis, treatment, or prevention of diseases of animals. (NOP definition)

Breeder stock.
Female livestock whose offspring may be incorporated into an organic operation at the time of their birth. (NOP definition)

Buffer zone.
An area located between a certified production operation or portion of a production operation and an adjacent land area that is not maintained under organic management. A buffer zone must be sufficient in size or other features (e.g., windbreaks or a diversion ditch) to prevent the possibility of unintended contact by prohibited substances applied to adjacent land areas with an area that is part of a certified operation. (NOP definition)