USDA Organic certification is a seal awarded by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) that guarantees that a product has been produced following strict organic standards. These standards include the use of sustainable agricultural practices that promote the health of the soil, ecosystems, and people, without the use of synthetic pesticides, chemical fertilizers, genetically modified organisms (GMOs), or radiation. Certified products must comply with rigorous inspection and auditing processes in production, handling, and product labeling.