USDA organic products have strict production and labeling requirements. Organic products must meet the following requirements:

• Produced without excluded methods, (e.g., genetic engineering, ionizing radiation, or sewage sludge). Policy on genetically modified organisms (pdf)
• Produced using allowed substances. View the National List of Allowed and Prohibited Substances (National List).
• Overseen by a USDA National Organic Program-authorized certifying agent, following all USDA organic regulations.

To learn more, visit https://www.ams.usda.gov/rules-regulations/organic