Organic Certification Prep
Complete annually before certification inspection to ensure all organic program requirements are documented and verifiable.
- Industry: Agriculture
- Frequency: Annual
- Estimated Time: 60-90 minutes
- Role: Compliance Manager
- Total Items: 31
- Compliance: USDA NOP, Organic Certification Standards, State Organic Program
Documentation Review
Verify all required records are complete.
- Organic System Plan current and accurate?
- Field history documented (3+ years)?
- All input records complete and accurate?
- Input purchase receipts on file?
- Seed/planting stock records complete?
- Sales/harvest records maintained?
Input Verification
Verify all inputs are approved for organic use.
- All inputs OMRI listed or approved?
- OMRI certificates on file for inputs?
- No prohibited materials used?
- Product labels available for all inputs?
- Application records complete (date, rate, location)?
Land Requirements
Verify land meets organic requirements.
- Buffer zones maintained (if adjacent to conventional)?
- Buffer Width (feet)
- Contamination prevention measures in place?
- GMO contamination prevention documented?
- Transition period complete (if new land)?
Operations & Practices
Verify operational compliance.
- Organic pest management practices documented?
- Organic fertility management in OSP?
- Crop rotation plan documented?
- Equipment cleaning procedures documented?
- Split operation procedures (if applicable)?
- Post-harvest handling procedures documented?
Audit Readiness
Prepare for certification inspection.
- All records organized and accessible?
- Staff prepared for inspector questions?
- Field maps current and accurate?
- Product labels compliant with NOP?
- Traceability system verified?
Initial Safety Assessment
Preliminary safety and compliance verification
- Work area safe and hazard-free?
- Required PPE available and in good condition?
- Emergency exits clear and marked?
- First aid supplies accessible?
Related Agriculture Checklists
- Soil Preparation Checklist
- Planting Protocol Checklist
- Crop Rotation Plan
- Pest Monitoring Log
- Harvest Equipment Inspection Checklist
- Quality Grading Standards Checklist
- Post-Harvest Handling Checklist
- Storage Preparation Checklist
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Why Use This Organic Certification Prep?
This organic certification prep helps agriculture teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for compliance manager professionals, this checklist covers 31 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: annual.
Ensures compliance with USDA NOP, Organic Certification Standards, State Organic Program. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Organic Certification Prep cover?
This checklist covers 31 inspection items across 6 sections: Documentation Review, Input Verification, Land Requirements, Operations & Practices, Audit Readiness, Initial Safety Assessment. It is designed for agriculture operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed annual. Each completion takes approximately 60-90 minutes.
Who should use this Organic Certification Prep?
This checklist is designed for Compliance Manager professionals in the agriculture industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.