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12. Food Safety & Regulation
Natural, Organic, & Bioengineered Foods
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Which of the following is NOT allowed to be used on USDA Organic produce?
A
Pesticides.
B
Crop rotation.
C
Compost.
D
Irradiation.
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Understand the USDA Organic standards, which regulate what practices and substances can be used in organic farming to maintain organic integrity.
Identify common practices allowed in organic farming, such as crop rotation and the use of compost, which help maintain soil health and fertility naturally.
Recognize that certain synthetic pesticides are prohibited in organic farming, but some natural pesticides may be allowed under strict guidelines.
Learn that irradiation is a process used to kill bacteria and pests on produce but is explicitly prohibited in USDA Organic certification.
Conclude that among the options given, irradiation is NOT allowed on USDA Organic produce, while crop rotation and compost are permitted practices.
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