USDA Issues Proposed Rule Amending Substances for Organic Crops

Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P.
June 5, 2009

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has issued a proposed rule that would amend its national list of allowed and prohibited substances for organic crop production and organic processing. The rule adds six substances, including the fortified cooking wines marsala and sherry for organic processing, and removes one substance from the list. Written comments must be received by August 3, 2009. See
Federal Register, June 3, 2009.

Categories: Department of Agriculture, Issue 306, Legislation, Regulations and Standards
Tags: organic

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USDA Issues Proposed Rule Amending Substances for Organic Crops

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