News Food | Human Health | Cow Diseases | Organic Standards | GMO's | Environmental | Animal Welfare | Diet and Children | Society & Ethics |Discussion Groups & Chatrooms | Become an EarthSave San Diego Newshound Today!| News home Organic Standards February 20, 2001 - Federal organic rules become effective January 5, 2001 - A growing appreciation for organic foods 2001 - Organic gardening in community December 20, 2000 - U.S. government issues standards on organic food December 7, 2000 - USDA says national organic standards coming soon 2000 - The National Organic Program