Who is responsible for organic standards?

Who is responsible for organic standards?

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The United States Department of Agriculture sets the standards for what is considered organic, and private companies can certify a farm as an organic farm or having organic produce. You can also check with your local farmers' markets because some smaller farms may farm organically but just don't have the official certification for various reasons.