Certification Packet
Links and downloads for the Certification Packet and general OTCO documents and manuals
The certification packet includes various documents and manuals that OTCO publishes in order to be fully transparent and provide you with the information you need to be successful during the certification process. In addition to the necessary items below you will need to download the appropriate application form for the certification you are seeking.
| Document | What is it? |
Download |
|---|---|---|
| Program Manual |
The OTCO Program Manual includes primarily 3 documents: The OTCO Procedures Manual, The OTCO Fee Schedule and the USDA Regulations. You can download all 3 documents as one pdf here or select to download them individually below. |
pdf |
| OTCO Procedures Manual |
Describes the procedures which OTCO implements to run the certification program. Describes the certification process, Oregon Tilth Structure and mediation and appeals process |
pdf |
| OTCO Fee Schedule |
Describes the fee structure for all classes of certification and charges for all certification related activities. |
pdf |
| USDA NOP Regulations |
Copy of the USDA National Organic Program Regulations 7 CFR part 205. Regularly updated online CFR can also be viewed by visiting the National Archives and Records administration. This weblink is updated on a weekly basis. |
pdf pdf spanish |
| Global Organic Standards (GOTS) |
PDF Version of the Global Organic Standards (GOTS) version 1.1 |
pdf |
| Certification Process Brochures |
Various brochures for each type of general class of certification. Describe basic information including the certification process, basic requirements and frequently asked questions. |
