Section 15.86.010. Purpose.  


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  • The legislature recognizes a public benefit in:
    (1) Establishing standards governing the labeling and advertising of agricultural products and commodities as organic products or transitional products;
    (2) Providing certification under the national organic program for agricultural products marketed and labeled using the term "organic" or a derivative of the term "organic;"
    (3) Providing access for Washington producers, processors, and handlers to domestic and international markets for organic products;
    (4) Establishing a state organic program or obtaining federal accreditation as a certifying agent under the national organic program; and
    (5) Establishing a brand name materials list for registration of inputs that comply with national, international, or other organic standards.