7 CFR § 205.205 National Organic Program

§ 205.205 Crop rotation practice standard.

Current through Jul 29, 2026 · Read all of Part 205

The producer must implement a crop rotation including but not limited to sod, cover crops, green manure crops, and catch crops that provide the following functions that are applicable to the operation:

(a) Maintain or improve soil organic matter content;

(b) Provide for pest management in annual and perennial crops;

(c) Manage deficient or excess plant nutrients; and

(d) Provide erosion control.

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