Is it true this product specifically states "not for use in organic crop production" even though it also has the OMRI seal?
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Don't buy this from this company. The same gallon can be bought at Home Depot or Lowe's for $15.00. This is a ripoff.
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Very good. My flowers are all in bloom. Cucumbers are still producing. Really makes thing grow big.
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I am an organic grower myself, and I have a friend that is a scientist at the USDA lab. Don't fool yourself, just because it has the USDA seal does not mean it's up to your organic standards. Very often organic farms use substances that are more dangerous than conventional pesticides and fertilizers. The USDA does not run everything through a GCMS, the company just has to meet certain standards, they can still lie about things. I bought this for my cosmetics business to do R&D;, and it is very good quality, so I am happy with it.
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If it is not certified organic, then it is best NOT to buy from this company. Also, click on the "1 star" rating on Amazon. One customer who is very sensitive to pesticides is claiming that they think it is not organic, based on telltale headaches they got after drinking it. Whether that is a decent test or not is unknown, but No Certification = Not Organic in my book. The only exception that I make to this rule are local farmers who I know well and can go to their farm myself. Certification is costly, so I don't expect them go through it. Selling on Amazon....sorry, must have certification. If it is not certified organic, then it is best NOT to buy from this company. Also, click on the "1 star" rating on Amazon. One customer who is very sensitive to pesticides is claiming that they think it is not organic, based on telltale headaches they got after drinking it. Whether that is a decent test or not is unknown, but No Certification = Not Organic in my book. The only exception that I make to this rule are local farmers who I know well and can go to their farm myself. Certification is costly, so I don't expect them go through it. Selling on Amazon....sorry, must have... » Read More If it is not certified organic, then it is best NOT to buy from this company. Also, click on the "1 star" rating on Amazon. One customer who is very sensitive to pesticides is claiming that they think it is not organic, based on telltale headaches they got after drinking it. Whether that is a decent test or not is unknown, but No Certification = Not Organic in my book. The only exception that I make to this rule are local farmers who I know well and can go to their farm myself. Certification is costly, so I don't expect them go through it. Selling on Amazon....sorry, must have certification. « Show Less
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The bottle says it is USDA certified organic. As a rule, only naturally derived pesticides or synthetic ingredients of low toxicity may be used if any. It's as good as it gets. I don't think the company could use the USDA seal if it didn't comply with its standards.
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It doesn't specify that it is organic. It does say that it is Kosher and Halal Certified. Also says it's naturally derived, but I assume it's not organic or it would be certified.
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It doesn't have the 'seal' for USDA, but my feelings for the USDA and the FDA are not those of trust so they're labels don't mean much to me (i.e. it's legal for farmers to spray Round Up on their wheat crops here in the US, so I don't have much faith in US govt labels). This product seems legit to me. I've been using it and it lasts a long time. You don't have to use as much as you would regular flour.
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You don't. You can only hope that the Organic certification actually does mean something. OR as Ruth L. answered, forage for your own in the wild! I am happy with my purchase though.
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I realize the package does not say organic. I guess I wonder if the kosher status would indicate chemical free?
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I appologize for previous answer. I was looking at Nativias Cacao package instead of this one. This one is certified organic by Organic Certifiers, Ventura, CA. It does carry the USDA Organic seal on front of package. Even with magnifying glass it is very difficult to read the label. It doesn't mention free trade or if it does I can't read it. Personally, I ordered this in error. In the future I will return to Nativas product-more seals and free-trade. I have not opened the package as yet so can't comment on quality.You may want to contact Healthworks directly to get more info. HEALTHWORKSLLC.NET e-mail I appologize for previous answer. I was looking at Nativias Cacao package instead of this one. This one is certified organic by Organic Certifiers, Ventura, CA. It does carry the USDA Organic seal on front of package. Even with magnifying glass it is very difficult to read the label. It doesn't mention free trade or if it does I can't read it. Personally, I ordered this in error. In the future I will return to Nativas product-more seals and free-trade. I have not opened the package as yet so can't comment on quality.You may want to contact Healthworks directly to get more info.... » Read More I appologize for previous answer. I was looking at Nativias Cacao package instead of this one. This one is certified organic by Organic Certifiers, Ventura, CA. It does carry the USDA Organic seal on front of package. Even with magnifying glass it is very difficult to read the label. It doesn't mention free trade or if it does I can't read it. Personally, I ordered this in error. In the future I will return to Nativas product-more seals and free-trade. I have not opened the package as yet so can't comment on quality.You may want to contact Healthworks directly to get more info. HEALTHWORKSLLC.NET e-mail « Show Less
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You should check out the USDA website because it states the FDA does not define or regulate the term "organic," as it applies to cosmetics, bodycare, or personal care products. The company can request the USDA/NOP certify its product as "organic" so that it can use the USDA organic seal.
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Well, it doesn't say organic so my guess would be that it is conventional. Most products tend to brag if they went to the extra effort of avoiding pesticides. I would find a product that explicitly says organic if you are concerned about pesticide residues (they are found in over a quarter of peanut butters, so simply removing the shell is not enough).
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I use it believing it is 100% organic. You might call the manufacturer to make sure.
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I kinda had the same question, it has the word organic on it, but not the seal I am used to
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As far as I know I do not believe that any harmful chemicals are used in manufacturing so my answer would be No. I also grow strictly organic.
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if it has the USDA Organic seal on it then I trust it because to have that seal, you have to go through a pretty strict application process. The term "Organic" is legally defined and contrary to what the other poster said, cannot be "watered down" by big companies. The seal will tell you who certified it as organic. USDA Organic is as good as it gets, but I appreciate that they went through both the Oregon Tilth and USDA certification processes. This is why I chose this product over the others. On the other hand, if you see the word "natural," that has no legal meaning and can be bandied about by big companies as much as they want. if it has the USDA Organic seal on it then I trust it because to have that seal, you have to go through a pretty strict application process. The term "Organic" is legally defined and contrary to what the other poster said, cannot be "watered down" by big companies. The seal will tell you who certified it as organic. USDA Organic is as good as it gets, but I appreciate that they went through both the Oregon Tilth and USDA certification processes. This is why I chose this product over the others. On the other hand, if you see the word "natural," that... » Read More if it has the USDA Organic seal on it then I trust it because to have that seal, you have to go through a pretty strict application process. The term "Organic" is legally defined and contrary to what the other poster said, cannot be "watered down" by big companies. The seal will tell you who certified it as organic. USDA Organic is as good as it gets, but I appreciate that they went through both the Oregon Tilth and USDA certification processes. This is why I chose this product over the others. On the other hand, if you see the word "natural," that has no legal meaning and can be bandied about by big companies as much as they want. « Show Less
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Hi! Apologies for delay - have been out of country. Yes, my package does say that is organic and also has the organic emblem on it. Sorry yours did not! Mine also say kosher....
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The label claims it is "organic", only. It does not say certified organic anywhere on the label.