New Soil Testing Mandate for Organic Produce: Boosting Consumer Trust.
This law introduces an option and requirement for organic producers to confirm the absence of prohibited substances, such as synthetic chemicals, in the soil or growing medium before planting. The goal is to enhance the credibility of products labeled as organic. This means consumers can expect stricter verification of the purity of the ground where their organic food is grown.
Key points
Organic producers must now test the soil before planting to confirm the absence of prohibited synthetic chemicals.
The new rules apply to both cultivated crops and wild harvests, raising organic certification standards.
The Secretary of Agriculture must develop detailed guidelines for these new testing and verification methods within 60 days.
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