WHY CBD?

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YES, and it's not an easy task.  A farm has to have farmed organically for 10 years.   "Organic Farming" is not the same as "USDA Certified Organic" Farming.  Here are the steps Of USDA Organic Certification:

Step 1: The Farmer

Long before the application process, the farmer must make sure their products will meet the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) regulations around the type of product to be certified. Crops, for example, cannot be grown from GMO seeds and there must be documented proof that chemicals have not been used on the soil where the corps will be grown for at least three years prior to the application for certification.

Step 2: The Application

Once the farmer has transitioned into complete organic processes as outlined by the USDA, they need to complete and file the correct application with supporting documentation and any required fees to their USDA organic certification agent.

Step 3: The Inspection

After the certifying agent has verified that the applicant has followed the correct procedures for certification, the farm, building, and other related areas must undergo an inspection to ensure complete compliance for organic certification. The inspector will manually view the area, products used and procedures in place to make sure everything is correct.

Step 4: The Review

The inspector then takes their review to the certifying agent, who once again reviews all the information to ensure the farmer and their products meet the requirements. Not only this, but they also must decide the type of label the product will be allowed to carry.

Step 5: Certification and Annual Renewal

When the certifying agent has concluded that the product meets the USDA organic requirements, certification is issued and the business may now proudly display the USDA Certified Organic label.

The work doesn’t end there, however. Farmers and producers must maintain all the requirements throughout their operation. To ensure this compliance, certification renewal is required annually.

Hard work, dedication, and mindful farming practices without the use of chemicals, produce outstanding nutritional organic foods.