The Organic Food Production Act

The Organic Food Production Act (OFPA), passed in 1990, is a law that establishes uniform standards for producing and labeling organic foods in the United States. It aims to ensure that organic products are produced without synthetic chemicals, pesticides, or genetically modified organisms, and that they follow environmentally sustainable practices. The act creates the National Organic Program (NOP), which sets rules, certifies farms and processing facilities, and accredits certifying agents. Overall, OFPA helps protect consumers, supports farmers committed to organic methods, and maintains trust in what "organic" means.