NOP is a federal regulatory program that develops and enforces consistent national standards for organically produced agricultural products sold in the United States.
NOP also accredits third-party organizations to certify that farms and businesses meet the national organic standards. These certifiers and USDA work together to enforce the standards, ensuring a level playing field for producers and protecting consumer confidence in the integrity of the USDA Organic Seal.
News from NOP
- Organic Insider | Sign up (use drop down menu to select subscription type, email or text messaging)
- NOSB Fall 2021 Meeting
- Spanish Language Resources
What We Do
Regulations & Standards
- Search the NOP Handbook
- Review organic regulations
- Review organic regulations in the rulemaking process
- Guide to organic labeling
- Using the organic seal
Enforcement
- NOP enforcement activities
- How to file a complaint
Certification and Accreditation
- Certification status of organic farms and businesses (Integrity Database)
- How to get certified
- Locate a certifier
- How to become a certifier
Training
Who We Support
Farmers, Ranchers, and Businesses
Whether you're an established organic operation or thinking about transitioning to organic, NOP has resources for you
Certifiers and Inspectors
Get direct access to the support resources you use most frequently
Consumers
- Organic: Understanding the Basics
- What’s Behind the Organic Seal
- Organic is Non-GMO
- More USDA organic resources
National Organic Standards Board
- Learn about this federal advisory board
- See public comment opportunities
- Learn about serving on the Board