These days, CBD is everywhere. And to stand out, many CBD companies claim that their CBD products are “organic.” But what does the word “organic” actually mean? And does anyone actually check?
Sadly, the answer is no. In fact, the word “organic” has no requirements at all. That’s why in America, we created the USDA organic program.
‘Organic’ vs USDA Certified Organic
Today, there are more than 59 different pesticides that are approved for use in conventional hemp farming. Even so, many of the companies using these fertilizers claim to have ‘organic’ products. Why? Because there are no laws against it.1
That’s why the USDA organic program exists today. In order to be USDA certified organic, a company must prove that their entire supply chain adheres to the following set of standards:
No Pesticides
This core standard of the USDA begins with documented evidence of at least three years of pesticide-free farming practices on the land that is to be certified organic, as well as lab tests to confirm the soil is free of pesticides.
No Synthetic Fertilizers
Hemp is a natural bio-accumulator, which means it absorbs much of what is in the soil, and that includes any synthetic fertilizers being used.
But with certified organic hemp, synthetic fertilizers are not an issue. That’s because the USDA requires organic farmers to use an organic crop rotation instead of fertilizers, to regenerate the nutrients back into the soil without chemicals. Some folks call it regenerative agriculture.
Certified Organic Facilities
Similar to the Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) certification, the USDA organic program requires an annual facility inspection that includes production, warehousing, and distribution.
These inspections ensure that all of the requirements set by the USDA are being met, like not using pesticides or fertilizers. They also ensure that all paperwork and sourcing information is on file, up to date, and has not changed since the last inspection.2
Final Thoughts on Organic CBD Products
In conclusion, many CBD brands claim to use “organic” practices, but in reality, they have no proof to support it unless they are certified organic by the USDA.
From an actual USDA certified organic producer of CBD products, let us be the first to tell you that it’s no easy task. Luckily for you, we’ve done all the hard work. If you’re looking for USDA certified organic CBD products, just click the button below to learn more.
