- Location
- Quebec, Canada
I considered getting certified but knew I would not be able to handle the paperwork. I buy certified feed for my poultry and follow organic practices (98% - I poison rats and treat with antibiotics if an animal will die otherwise) . If you deal directly with the consumer your word is your bond and they trust you. No need for middlemen in that case. If you are selling in an open market then you need certification, but the cost and hassle for a small producer is very discouraging.Would it pay you to convert to Organic? Not sure what the payments are atm but think they may be a extra bonus for you, the bonus in Beef/ sheep can be very variable but some years I've had enough of a bonus to replace tractor/ bits of machinery. It's worth looking at.