Nursery/Plant Dealer/Plant Broker License Initial Application

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Application for a license to operate a nursery/plant dealer or plant broker business for new business View Details

On-Farm Processor Handler Application

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Producers interested in becoming certified organic for on-farm processing/handling activities must complete the On-Farm Processor Handler Application Packet and the Crop and Pasture Application Packet to apply for certification. All processing/handling activities must occur on-farm and must involve crop and/or livestock products produced on-farm. Off-farm handling/processing facilities are not eligible for certification with MDA. View Details

On-Farm Readiness Review Request

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Those who wish to have an on-farm readiness review must complete this request form. View Details

Organic Cost Share Application for Non-MDA certified operations

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MDA administers cost share reimbursement from USDA for costs associated with organic certification. Operations located in Maryland that are not certified by MDA may apply for cost share reimbursement by completing this form annually. Cost share applications for organic certification costs incurred between October 1 and September 30 of the following year must be submitted to MDA by November 1. View Details

Organic Exempt Producer Registration

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Producers in Maryland with gross agricultural income from organic sales of $5,000 or less annually and operate in accordance with National Organic Program regulations are eligible for listing on MDA’s Organic Exempt Registration Program. This program is voluntary for marketing purposes. Complete this form to apply for this listing on MDA’s website under the Organic Exempt Registration Program. View Details