The CCOF Seal

California Certified Organic Farmers

1115 Mission Street
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
www.ccof.org

HISTORY

California Certified Organic Farmers (CCOF) has been certifying organic products according to its own standards since 1973. The USDA National Organic Program was implemented October 21, 2002. CCOF's organic program must now certify that food products follow USDA's National Organic Program.

STRUCTURE

The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) accredits all organic certifiers. Changes made to the National Organic Program and its standards are made through the USDA. Changes to the CCOF organic program (not including standards) receive final approval from the Board of Directors.

Their Website:

www.ccof.org