What are the six requirements for certification of organic animal products?

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The six requirements for certification of organic animal products include:

1 . The livestock receive 100% feed from crops grown in an organic manner. Crops and forage can use improved plant varieties but not genetically engineered plants. Neither synthetic fertilizers nor pesticides can be used in the production of the animal feed.
2 . Livestock must be provided access to pasture.
3 . Synthetic hormones and antibiotics are not permitted in production.
4 . Alternative health therapies, such as botanical remedies and manipulation, can be used.
5 . Vaccination, minerals, and vitamins are allowed.
6 . Synthetic parasiticides are not permitted.

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