VENEMAN MARKS IMPLEMENTATION OF USDA NATIONAL ORGANIC STANDARDS

From: Regulatory Intelligence Data | Date: October 21, 2002| Author: | Copyright information

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WASHINGTON, Oct. 21, 2002 -- Agriculture Secretary Ann M. Veneman today launched the implementation of USDA's national organic standards for agricultural products providing consistent labeling on products coast to coast. "Today, when consumers see the USDA national organic seal on products, they will know that the products labeled organic will be consistent across the country," said Veneman. "Organic agriculture is increasing and organic farmers across the country have been looking forward to the release of these regulations with anticipation they will create ...

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