EU Organic
EU Organic certified products must contain at least 95% organic ingredients. Products must meet standards for how they must be produced, processed, transported and stored. The control body code number and location where the agricultural materials of the product have been farmed are displayed next to the EU Organic logo. EU Organic production is an overall system of farm management and food production that combines environmental practices, the preservation of natural resources and the application of animal welfare standards.
USDA Organic
USDA Organic certified products are required to be produced using farming practices that maintain and improve soil and water quality, reduce the use of synthetic materials, conserve biodiversity, and avoid genetic engineering, among other factors. Crops can be certified organic if they're grown without prohibited substances such as most synthetic fertilizers and pesticides for three years prior to harvest. Livestock are raised on pastures and treated humanely without growth hormones or antibiotics. Organic products do not contain GMOs or artificial colours, flavours or preservatives. USDA Organic products contain a minimum of 95% organic ingredients and use the USDA Organic seal.
