Navigating the complexities of organic certification in Texas is made straightforward with the Texas Department of Agriculture's ROR-600 Organic Certification Application. Situated within the broader commitment to support sustainable agriculture, this form serves as a comprehensive gateway for businesses to formalize their organic status. From new ventures to changes in ownership, the form accommodates various types of applications, including classifications for land producers, livestock producers, processors, retailers, and distributors, each with specified sections tailored to the unique requirements of these entities. Key elements include detailed instructions for identifying the responsible person or entity, requisite business and contact information, and specific directives for both in-state and out-of-state applicants. Also, the form outlines the necessary documents and fees, ensuring applicants fully understand their obligations. Further enriching the application process, it addresses previous certifications, underscoring the importance of transparency and accuracy in achieving or maintaining organic certification. By providing a structured yet flexible framework, the ROR-600 form encapsulates the essential steps toward organic certification, reflecting the Texas Department of Agriculture's dedication to fostering organic practices within the state.
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Form Name | Texas Form Ror 600 |
Form Length | 5 pages |
Fillable? | No |
Fillable fields | 0 |
Avg. time to fill out | 1 min 15 sec |
Other names | ROR 600 Organic Certification Application ror 600 form |
P.O. Box 12847 Austin, Texas 78711 Voice (800)
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Organic Certification Application |
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1TYPE OF APPLICATION |
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Change of Ownership - previous account/certificate number: |
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2CERTIFICATION CLASSIFICATION (check all that apply) |
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Land Producer - Complete Section F |
Livestock Producer - Complete Section G |
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Retailer - Complete Section I |
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Processor Fiber - Complete Section H, #2 |
Distributor - Complete Section J |
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Processor (Commercial Food or Feed) - Complete Section H, #3 |
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4CLIENT INFORMATION |
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Full legal business name (owner's name if sole proprietor - no aliases) |
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1RESPONSIBLE PERSON INSTRUCTIONS |
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2RESPONSIBLE OFFICER, PARTNER, MANAGER, OR OWNER |
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Organics |
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Regulatory Division |
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Revised 9/01/2011 |
Legal Business Name: ______________________________
SECTION C
1PERSON TO CONTACT FOR
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SECTION D
1FACILITY INFORMATION
Facility Name
2PHYSICAL ADDRESS OF LOCATION OF LICENSEE, LICENSED ACTIVITIES or EQUIPMENT
Address (No P.O. Box)
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Directions to Physical Location if address above is difficult to find
SECTION E
An applicant for an Organic Certification whose principal place of business is situated outside the State of Texas must appoint and designate a resident citizen of Texas as said applicant's resident agent with Texas. If the address provided in Section B is out of state, resident agent information is REQUIRED.
Who do you wish to designate as resident agent?
The Texas Secretary of State Other (list below)
Resident Agent Name
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1LAND PRODUCER (check all that apply) |
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Fields In Crop Production: |
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1LIVESTOCK PRODUCER (Land/Herd information) (check all that apply) |
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Organics
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Revised 9/01/2011 |
Legal Business Name: ______________________________
SECTION J
1DISTRIBUTOR
Broker/Trader (check all that apply)
Food Products
Feed Products
Fiber Products
Warehousing/Storage (check all that apply)
Food Products
Feed Products
Fiber Products
Packing/Grading/Sizing (check all that apply)
Food Products
Feed Products
SECTION K
1PAYMENT
See instructions for applicable fees.
CERTIFICATION IS NOT VALID UNTIL APPROVED BY TDA
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Mail to: Texas Department of Agriculture |
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SECTION L
1PREVIOUS CERTIFICATIONS
Have you previously applied for organic certification with another certifier? |
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1.List the name(s) of any organic certifying agent(s) to which application has previously been made:
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2.List year(s) when application(s) was submitted: ______________________________________________
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A.Copy of any certification conditions, notification of noncompliance or denial of certification issued to the applicant
B.Description of actions taken to correct the noncompliance or to meet certification conditions
C.Evidence of such correction
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Legal Business Name: ______________________________
SECTION M
1SIGNATURE
The applicant, by and through their personal or agent's signature below (1) certifies that all information provided in connection with this application at any time is true and correct to the best of the applicant's knowledge; (2) acknowledges that any misrepresentation or false statement made by the applicant, or an authorized agent of the applicant, in connection with this application, whether intentional or not, will constitute grounds for denial, revocation, or
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SECTION N
1CHECKLIST
Please use this checklist to ensure you are sending all of the necessary information and documents. Organic standards require you to keep a copy of your application and all supporting documentation for your files.
Organic Certification Application
Fees (see instructions for assistance with calculating the correct fee)
All applicable supporting documentation:
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Please note that an incomplete application will result in processing delays.
This document becomes public record and is subject to disclosure. With few exceptions, you have the right to request and be informed about the information that the State of Texas collects about you. You are entitled to receive and review the information upon request. You also have the right to ask the state agency to correct any information that is determined to be incorrect. (Reference: Government Code, Sections 552.021, 552.023, and 559.004.)
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