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• What is an OMRI Certifier Subscription?

• Who can subscribe?

• How much does it cost?

• When are payments due?

• How does OMRI count certified entities?

• What is OMRI's role under the NOP?

• Which certifying organizations currently subscribe?

• How do we begin?

• Additional questions

What is an OMRI Certifier Subscription?

In addition to OMRI Lists and newsletter, this subscription type offers certifying subscribers a comprehensive package of services designed to assist certifiers in their work reviewing materials used by organic operators.  The OMRI Certifier Subscription features a consulting service for technical assistance on materials and guidance on the National Organic Program Rule and other related regulations, paying special attention to tracking changes made to the National List.  Staff members of the subscribing certification agent may contact either of OMRI's two full time experts as often as desired during the subscription period.

Certifying subscribers also receive detailed reports on the National Organic Standards Board, regular email updates on issues of importance to certifiers, advice and guidance on evaluating non-OMRI Listed commercial products, priority access to OMRI staff for events and conferences, discounts on OMRI trainings, and bulk discounts on OMRI publications.

Who can subscribe?

Any organization whose primary function is to certify organic food and fiber products may subscribe as an OMRI certifying subscriber.  Accredited agencies or those with pending accreditation by the USDA National Organic Program (NOP) will find our consulting and publication services invaluable. For international agencies who are not NOP-accredited, a reduced rate service package will keep you informed of important US developments.

How much does it cost?

To address the size diversity among certifying organizations, OMRI has developed a seven-tier system. The number of NOP-certified parties determines into which tier an organization will fit. While offering the same services to all accredited certifiers, this system recognizes the limited resources of smaller organizations with the lower-tier fees and establishes a cap on the fees paid by the largest organizations. All fees are in US dollars and payment must be made in the same.

• Certified Entity is a producer, handler, or processor certified by a NOP-accredited certifier for compliance with the USDA National Organic Program Rule during the 12-month period ending prior to the beginning of the subscription.
• Tiered fee for any NOP-accredited certifier whether USA domestic or international.
• The number of free copies of the OMRI Generic Materials List and OMRI Brand Name Product List for each tier level. For the BNPL, includes quarterly updates. Does not include shipping.
• Fee for non-NOP-accredited certifier regardless of certified entity number. Certifiers in this category receive 10 free copies of the OMRI Lists.

When are payments due?

There are three payment plan options: one-time payment, semi-annual, or quarterly payments. Semi-annual and quarterly payments each have an additional fee of $25 per installment beyond the first payment. All renewing subscriptions will start on July 1 of each year and must be paid in advance. For new certifying subscribers not starting their subscription on July 1, fees will be calculated based on the quarter in which they start.

How does OMRI count certified entities?

For the purposes of counting the number of entities to determine the appropriate fee tier, OMRI considers a certified entity to include those parties that are newly certified or are fully updated during the previous 12-month period.  Not included in the total number of certified entities are those parties who have not completed the required paperwork and/or inspection in the last 12 months or who have expressed a desire to not remain certified by the agency.

What is OMRI's role under the NOP?

Through its services and publications, OMRI is dedicated to providing full compliance with the National Organic Program as created by the Organic Foods Production Act of 1990.  OMRI's Brand Name Review Program evaluates products used in organic production according to the NOP's National List of Allowed and Prohibited Substances. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, OMRI’s role is advisory and educational. Final decisions regarding generic materials and brand name products reside with accredited certifying agents and appropriate government agencies. 

How do we begin?

Complete, print, and sign the OMRI Certifier Subscription Form. Mail or fax the form with payment. You will require Adobe® Reader® software to open the form.  You can download it for free from Adobe.

Additional Questions?

Interested in a certifier subscription to OMRI? Or maybe you just want to find out more?  Please don't hesitate to contact us.  OMRI's Miguel Guerrero is available to address your questions and take your order. Click here to email Miguel, or call 541-343-7600 x306.