Revised Code of Washington (RCW) (Last Updated: August 9, 2016) |
Title 15. AGRICULTURE AND MARKETING |
Chapter 15.86. Organic products. |
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.