The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Organic Program (NOP) establishes organic standards for agricultural products grown in the US.

These standards, set forth in the Organic Foods Production Act (OFPA) of 1990, are designed to ensure that organic food products meet rigorous standards for environmental protection and sustainability.

The NOP organic regulations are among the most comprehensive and stringent regulations in the world. All organic products must be grown, produced, and processed in accordance with the NOP standards. This includes all organic crops and livestock, wild-caught seafood, and processed products. The NOP organic standards also require that any product that contains an organic ingredient must also meet the same standards.

The NOP organic standards are divided into three categories: production, handling, and labeling. The production standards involve how the crops and livestock are grown. This includes soil fertility, pest management, weed management, and animal health and welfare. The handling standards focus on how organic products are processed, stored, and transported. This includes the use of additives, irradiation, and packaging. The labeling standards require that organic products be clearly labeled as such, with certifications and production and processing information.

The NOP organic regulations are designed to protect the public's health and safety, while also providing economic benefits to organic farmers. The standards provide assurance to consumers that they are purchasing organic products that are safe, healthy, and sustainably produced. The standards also help to protect the environment by reducing the use of synthetic fertilizers and pesticides, while promoting the use of sustainable farming practices.

The NOP organic regulations are regularly reviewed and updated as needed. NOP also works with state and local organizations to ensure that organic products are properly labeled and certified. The NOP also provides funding and technical assistance to organic farmers and producers to help them meet the standards and understand the requirements of the NOP organic regulations.

The NOP organic regulations are designed to ensure that organic products meet the highest standards for environmental protection and sustainability. The standards provide assurance to the public that organic products are safe, healthy, and sustainably produced.

NOP works with state and local organizations to ensure that organic products are properly labeled and certified, and provides funding and technical assistance to organic farmers and producers to help them meet the standards.