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    What is Organic?

    (September, 2011)
    Summary

    Organic is a labeling term that indicates that the food or other agricultural product has been produced through approved methods. These methods integrate cultural, biological, and mechanical practices that foster cycling of resources, promote ecological balance, and conserve biodiversity. Synthetic fertilizers, sewage sludge, irradiation, and genetic engineering may not be used.

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    Organization
    USDA-Agricultural Marketing Service
    Publisher
    United States Department of Agriculture
    Published
    September, 2011
    Material Type
    Written Material
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