Who is Baystate?
Baystate Organic Certifiers focuses solely on certification of organic operations and is a National Organic Program-accredited organic certifying agent owned and operated by Massachusetts Independent Certification, Inc. (MICI). MICI is a non-profit business dedicated to sustainable agriculture and food certification organized as a 501(c)3 corporation. MICI is dedicated to providing affordable certification services to farms and food processing and handling operations.
But certification is more than paperwork and regulations. Baystate’s goal is to make organic certification as accessible, practical, and affordable as possible while providing the personal service operations need to move through the certification process with confidence.
Our Mission
Baystate Organic Certifiers is dedicated to developing local, sustainable agriculture; promoting organic farming practices; and enhancing the economic and ecological viability of organic farms and organic processing operations.
Baystate provides affordable and timely organic certification services to farmers, processors, and handlers.
How We Work
Our approach to certification is rooted in respect for organic agriculture, the integrity of organic standards, and the individual needs of the operations we serve.
Personal Service
We recognize that every operation is unique and approach each one with individual attention and personal service throughout the certification process.
Practical Certification
Every operation is different. We work to make certification requirements clear while maintaining the integrity of the USDA organic standards.
Focused on Certification
Dedicated exclusively to certification, Baystate provides affordable, timely services while maintaining an objective and impartial certification process.
A Remote Team
Our staff works virtually across the region, allowing Baystate to serve operations throughout a broad geographic area.
Who We Serve
Baystate Organic Certifiers provides organic certification services for crop and wild crop producers, livestock operations, and processing and handling operations.
Our program is accredited to certify operations throughout the continental United States, with a core certification area that supports our regional inspection network.
Baystate Today
43% growth in two years
From 2023 to 2025, Baystate grew from 617 to 884 certified operations while continuing to focus on accessible, practical certification and personal service.
Baystate continues to grow as more organic operations choose us for certification.
Ready to Get Certified?
Whether you’re applying for organic certification for the first time or ready to begin the application process, we’ll help you understand the requirements and what comes next.
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Our Story
Explore Baystate’s roots, milestones, and growth over the years.
