The following are brief descriptions of categories we commonly refer to when speaking about the produce we sell. These are intended to be general terms rather than strict definitions. Note that some categories are more practice oriented and others are more referential to the product.

Certified Organic: Grown under a verifiable program of on-farm inspections, soil tests, and annual management reviews. Synthetic fertilizers, ripening agents, fungicides, herbicides and pesticides are not employed in growing or packing.

Transitional organic: Grown in compliance with certified organic standards, but the land has not been out of conventional production long enough to be certified-generally 3 years.

Integrated Pest Management (IPM): Based upon a ‘least is best’ strategy. IPM emphasizes the use of natural insect repellents and pest control methods, utilizing the least amount of insecticide spray, applied at the most opportune time for maximum impact. No claims are made regarding the use of synthetic fertilizers, herbicides and post-harvest treatments.