Attestation to Exemption From Certification Under Organic Foods Production Act - Oklahoma

Attestation to Exemption From Certification Under Organic Foods Production Act is a legal document that was released by the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture Food and Forestry - a government authority operating within Oklahoma.

FAQ

Q: What is the Attestation to Exemption From Certification Under Organic Foods Production Act?
A: The Attestation to Exemption From Certification Under Organic Foods Production Act is a document that allows certain producers and handlers of agricultural products in Oklahoma to be exempt from the certification requirements of the federal Organic Foods Production Act.

Q: Who is eligible for exemption under the Attestation to Exemption From Certification?
A: Producers and handlers of agricultural products in Oklahoma whose gross income from organic sales is less than $5,000 per year are eligible for exemption.

Q: What is the purpose of the exemption?
A: The purpose of the exemption is to provide small-scale producers and handlers with an alternative option to the costly and time-consuming organic certification process.

Q: What are the requirements for exemption?
A: To be eligible for exemption, producers and handlers must adhere to the organic production requirements established by the United States Department of Agriculture's National Organic Program.

Q: Are exempted producers allowed to use the USDA Organic seal?
A: No, exempted producers are not allowed to use the USDA Organic seal on their products or represent their products as USDA certified organic.

Q: How long does the exemption last?
A: The exemption is valid for one year and must be renewed annually.