Microlearning Resource on Organic Handler Certification Offered Online

The National Organic Program (NOP) published a new microlearning to the Organic Integrity Learning Center, titled A Newcomer’s Guide to Certification for Handlers. This microlearning provides three new downloadable resources that guide users through the organic certification process from application to determination. These resources offer a plain language overview of the USDA organic regulations, a glossary of common certification terms and phrases, and detailed breakdown of the steps to organic certification for a handling operation. The microlearning is designed for organic handlers, such as processors, co-packers (contract manufacturers), distributors, wholesalers, importers/exporters, brokers, storage facilities, and private labelers.