The Certification Process
Applicants submit an annual application each spring with payment. The Inspection Coordinator assigns an independent third party inspector to visit and inspect the farm, ask questions, and note areas of special concern. The inspector then forwards his or her report to the Certification staff, who review all documents and grant or deny certification, or request further information.
Fees:
(FEES DUE WITH YOUR APPLICATION)
| In Region | Out of Region | |
| Early Bird: | $ 650 (April 15) | $ 800 (April 15) |
| Standard | $ 700 (June 15) | $ 850 (June 15) |
| Late (Final Deadline) | $ 800 (July 15) | $ 950 (July 15) |
Deadlines: *June 15, 2010*
A Late fee of $100 will be assessed if your application is postmarked between June 16 and July 15, 2010. No applications will be accepted after July 15, 2010.
Renewing Applicant Forms
NOP Standards
Download OEFFA Production Standards
OEFFA Certification Policies & Procedures
Download OEFFA Certification Policies & Procedures
OEFFA Organic System Plan Renewal
This is the renewal application form. The long form will only need to be completed every third year.
Download OEFFA Organic System Plan Renewal
OEFFA ORGANIC SYSTEM PLAN FOR PRODUCERS
This is the main application form for new operations. All applicants except producers/handlers must complete this form.
This long form will only need to be completed every three years. Operations include crops, pasture, a greenhouse, mushrooms, or maple syrup.
Download OEFFA Organic System Plan for Producers
OEFFA Livestock Organic System Plan
This is the main application for all kinds of livestock, including dairy.
This will be filed yearly. This form accompanies the Organic System Plan.
Download OEFFA Livestock Organic System Plan
OEFFA On-Farm Handling Organic System Plan
This form is to be used when you are further processing or handling your crops or livestock and include other certified items in your product; for example, you are roasting your seed for feed and buying from others also, or you are processing your maple sap into syrup. Contact the office if you have questions about whether you would need to complete this form. This form is filed yearly and accompanies the Organic System Plan.
Download OEFFA On-Farm Handling Organic System Plan
LINKS TO RESOURCES
Additional sources of information
ANOTHER RESOURCE
Under the National Organic Program Standards, the Certification staff is not allowed to "consult" but only to enforce the Standards. Staff from OEFFA Education are happy to answer questions about organics, transitioning, and sustainable agricultural practices. They can be reached by calling (614) 421-2022 or emailing them.
