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<div dir="auto">I don't think you can technically call your farm organic without being certified, but I'm not 100% sure.</div>
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<div dir="auto">A farm I used to work on (not in TX) got in trouble for wearing shirts that said "eat organic" at the farmers market without being certified.</div>
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<div dir="auto">To be clear I'm not suggesting anyone do that, just curious.</div>
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<div dir="ltr">Looks like it's on the website here <a href="https://driftwoodgolfclub.com/experiences/cuisine" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer">https://driftwoodgolfclub.com/experiences/cuisine</a>
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<div>I'm wondering whether the rules apply to the <i>product</i> only or the <i>farm</i> as a whole. Like, can you call your
<i>farm</i> organic if you don't market the <i>products you sell</i> as organic?</div>
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<div style="color:rgb(34,34,34)">512-656-3616</div>
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<div dir="ltr" class="x_gmail_attr">On Wed, Feb 22, 2023 at 7:25 AM travis smith via CTYFC <<a href="mailto:ctyfc@listserv.centraltexasyoungfarmers.org" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer">ctyfc@listserv.centraltexasyoungfarmers.org</a>> wrote:<br>
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<div dir="auto">In my job post I did not use the word organic. We are not certified and I am aware of the technical nature of the word. If you can be specific as to where the usage occurs I will bring it up to our marketing team directly. </div>
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<div dir="auto">Thank you,</div>
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<div dir="auto">Travis. </div>
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<div dir="ltr" class="x_gmail_attr">On Wed, Feb 22, 2023 at 7:00 AM Matt Simon via CTYFC <<a href="mailto:ctyfc@listserv.centraltexasyoungfarmers.org" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer">ctyfc@listserv.centraltexasyoungfarmers.org</a>> wrote:<br>
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<div>Thanks for posting about this interesting development and its "on-site organic farms." </div>
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<div>I'm curious to know which agency certifies these farms? There doesn't seem to be a listing on the database (<a href="https://organic.ams.usda.gov/Integrity/Default" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer">https://organic.ams.usda.gov/Integrity/Default</a>)?</div>
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<div>According to NOP,<b> if farms are not inspected, they can not claim to be organic and are subject to fines.</b> (<a href="https://www.ams.usda.gov/about-ams/programs-offices/national-organic-program" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer">https://www.ams.usda.gov/about-ams/programs-offices/national-organic-program</a>).
The reason for this is to ensure that a national standard is met so all of us can have confidence in what we choose.</div>
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<div>As a certified organic grower, I'm happy to share our experience with choosing a certifier and the inspection process. Feel free to call with any questions.</div>
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<p class="x_MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12pt; font-family:Garamond,serif">Job Title: Farm Field Crew<u style="font-family:Garamond,serif"></u><u style="font-family:Garamond,serif"></u></span></b></p>
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<b><i><u><span style="font-family:"Goudy Old Style",serif; border:1pt none windowtext; padding:0in">Overview:<u style="font-family:"Goudy Old Style",serif"></u><u style="font-family:"Goudy Old Style",serif"></u></span></u></i></b></p>
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<span style="font-family:"Goudy Old Style",serif; border:1pt none windowtext; padding:0in">Our farm is situated in the middle of a fast growing housing development, with this being the second year of production on the farm. The farm has a small crew and this
position includes playing a part in all aspects of our small diversified regenerative farm; seeding, transplanting, weeding, harvesting, washing, animal care, etc. Training will be provided for all tasks, however experience and passion are strongly preferred.
As this farm is part of a community with restaurants on site and on farm events, this position requires a lot of interaction with a wide range of co-workers and community members of all ages. This is a full time position that requires weekend availability.
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<span style="font-family:"Goudy Old Style",serif; border:1pt none windowtext; padding:0in">As this is a new farm in a new development, this position has a lot of potential for growth and is ideally suited for an individual wanting to have a career in small
scale community based agriculture. The farm focuses on vegetable production yet also includes production of flowers, medicinal and culinary herbs, child education and community involvement, as well as hosting farm dinners and events working directly with our
talented culinary, outdoor pursuits, and member services teams.<u style="font-family:"Goudy Old Style",serif"></u><u style="font-family:"Goudy Old Style",serif"></u></span></p>
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<span style="font-family:"Goudy Old Style",serif; border:1pt none windowtext; padding:0in">Pay starts at $18-22 DOE. Health benefits included.
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