Skip to feedback

USDA ORGANIC CERTIFICATION UPDATE 2026

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is committed to maintaining the integrity of the Organic Program by working with certified operations to ensure compliance and up-to-date certification.

The Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) administers programs that create domestic and international marketing opportunities for U.S. producers of food, fiber, and specialty crops. AMS also provides the agriculture industry with valuable services to ensure the quality and availability of wholesome food for consumers across the country and around the world.

Programs

Commodity Procurement

Cotton & Tobacco

Dairy

Fair Trade Practices

Federal Grain Inspection

Livestock and Poultry

National Organic Program

Science and Technology

Specialty Crops

Transportation & Marketing

Feedback

USDA Organic Certification Portal

Annual Certification Update and Recertification Requirement

In accordance with the USDA Organic regulations, all certified operations are required to complete an annual certification update in order to maintain their active status in the Organic Integrity Database.

Due Date for Submission: March 27, 2026

Failure to submit the required documentation by the specified deadline may result in a suspension or revocation of certification status.

To Complete Your Recertification:
• Click Access Portal and sign in with your registered email address.
• First-time users must register in the new Application Portal before submitting the required documentation.
• Upload all requested information, including any updated documents, and verify the accuracy of your organic certification details.
• Submit your certification update prior to the due date to prevent any disruption in your certification.

Notice: You are accessing a U.S. Government information system that is provided for the processing of official U.S. Government information only. Unauthorized or improper use of this system is prohibited and may result in disciplinary action, as well as civil and criminal penalties. All data transmitted through this system is subject to monitoring and may be used for lawful government purposes. There is no expectation of privacy when using this system. Your use of this system constitutes consent to such monitoring and review.