HORTICULTURE SCIENCE
FUNDAMENTALS OF HORTICULTURE
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Question
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IF YOU WANT TO GROW ORGANIC VEGETABLES IN THE UNITED STATES, WHICH GROUP AWARDS YOU A CERTIFICATION TO DO SO?
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UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
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COUNTY SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
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FARM SERVICE AGENCY
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UNITED STATES ORGANIC CERTIFICATION
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Certifying agents are accredited by the USDA and are responsible for making sure USDA organic products meet all organic standards.
Detailed explanation-2: -The National Organic Program (NOP) is the federal regulatory framework governing organically produced crops and livestock. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) oversees the program and enforces the NOP regulations and standards.
Detailed explanation-3: -Organic foods may be certified under NPOP or PGS. There are 28 Accredited Certification Bodies under NPOP. There are 562 Regional Councils (RC’s).
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