The USDA published a final rule in the Federal Register on Monday, amending the National List of Allowed and Prohibited Substances for organic foods. Some chemicals are allowed in organic production.
The National List stems from the Organic Foods Production Act as a tool for managing the substances used in
Continue Reading USDA amends the National List for organic handling, crops, and livestock
The Organic Foods Production Act created the National List of Allowed and Prohibited Substances (National List) as a tool for managing the substances used in organic production over time.
In general, natural substances are allowed in organics and synthetic substances are prohibited. The National List identifies the limited exceptions to
Continue Reading Additions to National List of Organics take effect on July 26
In 1990, the Organic Foods Production Act (OFPA) was enacted by Congress with the purpose of assuring consumers that organically produced products meet a consistent, nationwide standard.
Prior to the passage of this federal law, private and State agencies were responsible for certifying organic practices. As a result, there was
Continue Reading Challenge to Horizon Organic's DHA Fortified Milk
Organic milk consumers, who sued some of the nation’s biggest retailers in 19 separate class action lawsuits, are going to get their day in court.
After those actions were consolidated, U.S. District Court Judge E. Richard Webber dismissed the case in June 2009. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the
Continue Reading Retailers to Face Organic Milk Consumers in Court
