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Organic certification verifies that fruit is produced according to U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) organic standards. In general, the regulations make several requirements of certified organic fruit:

  • Produced without genetic engineering, ionizing radiation, or sewage sludge
  • Managed in a manner that conserves natural resources and biodiversity
  • Raised per the National List of Allowed and Prohibited Substances (National List)
  • Overseen by a USDA-authorized certifying agent