Handler Renewal Certification

Annual renewal is required.  Organic handlers must submit renewal applications, sales reports, updates, and all fees by September 15 ^th each year.

Steps for Certification

• Read the most recent version of the NOP standards.
• Submit completed application forms and applicable fees to MTDA ( by September 15 ^th each year for renewing applicants ).
• MTDA will review your application to determine compliance to the NOP standards and provide an estimate of your certification costs for the year.
• MTDA will schedule an on-site inspection of your operation.
• MTDA will conduct a final review of your application and inspection materials to complete the certification process.

Organic Handler Renewal

• Handler Application Form
• Ingredient Supplier List Addendum (xlsx) 
• Product Profile Form With Corresponding Labels (xlsx)  
• Product Profile Summary Form  

Optional Form Available for All Handlers

Details about the Organic Cost Share Program. This application is due with all other application materials and requires a completed W-9 Form to verify the applicants tax ID or social security number. Please note that W-9 forms cannot be submitted by email because they contain sensitive information. Completed W-9 forms should be sent by mail or sent electronically using the secure Montana State File Transfer Service. Any W-9 form submitted via email will be rejected by the State of Montana email system.

• National Organic Program Regulations