Organic System Plan - Processor & Handler - New Hampshire

Organic System Plan - Processor & Handler is a legal document that was released by the New Hampshire Department of Agriculture, Markets & Food - a government authority operating within New Hampshire.

FAQ

Q: What is the Organic System Plan?
A: The Organic System Plan is a document that processors and handlers in New Hampshire need to create and maintain if they want to be certified organic.

Q: Who needs to create an Organic System Plan?
A: Processors and handlers in New Hampshire who want to be certified organic need to create an Organic System Plan.

Q: What is the purpose of the Organic System Plan?
A: The purpose of the Organic System Plan is to outline the procedures and practices that processors and handlers will use to ensure that their products meet organic certification standards.

Q: What information is included in the Organic System Plan?
A: The Organic System Plan includes information about the organic products being processed or handled, the equipment used, the cleaning and sanitation procedures, and record-keeping practices.

Q: How often does the Organic System Plan need to be updated?
A: The Organic System Plan needs to be updated at least once a year or whenever there are changes to the processing or handling procedures.

Q: Who is responsible for reviewing and approving the Organic System Plan?
A: The certifying agency responsible for organic certification in New Hampshire is responsible for reviewing and approving the Organic System Plan.

Q: Can processors and handlers in New Hampshire be certified organic without an Organic System Plan?
A: No, processors and handlers in New Hampshire cannot be certified organic without an approved Organic System Plan. It is a requirement for organic certification.