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Organic Labeling Laws May be Changing

Did you know that a company can have Organic in the name of their business, product name, trade name and have absolutely no organic ingredients in their products. This is one of those things that drive most Certified Organic Growers insane. If you look closely at some product names you may see a TM or an R next to their product but you will not find the USDA certified organic symbol. We actually turned down a producer for using Miracle Grow Organic Choice potting soil, they were convinced it was approved for Certified Organic use yet it is not and does not carry the USDA Organic Symbol and the company (Miracle Grow)said the process was too expensive. I do believe they do have some products that are USDA approved but not the product the grower was using.
Based on an article from Natural News the USDA is cracking down on these misleading trade names. To read more click here