It is the purpose of this chapter—

(1) to establish national standards governing the marketing of certain agricultural products as organically produced products;

(2) to assure consumers that organically produced products meet a consistent standard; and

(3) to facilitate interstate commerce in fresh and processed food that is organically produced.

Terms Used In 7 USC 6501

  • organically produced: means an agricultural product that is produced and handled in accordance with this chapter. See 7 USC 6502