WSDA Organic

The WSDA Organic program is Washington State Department of Agriculture's USDA-accredited organic certification program for agricultural producers, processors, and handlers operating in Washington State. It certifies that farms and food businesses meet the National Organic Program (NOP) standards, allowing certified operations to legally label and sell their products as organic.

The program is relevant to anyone in the agriculture and food supply chain — from farmers growing crops or raising livestock to food processors and distributors — who want to access organic markets or meet buyer requirements for organic certification. Certification involves an application, review of your operation's practices and inputs, and an on-site inspection to verify compliance with organic standards.

Beyond issuing certificates, WSDA Organic also provides technical guidance on organic production practices and compliance, making it a resource for operations that are navigating the requirements for the first time or working to maintain their certification over time.