R68-20-2. Definitions and Terms

A. For the purpose of this rule, words in the singular form shall be deemed to impart the plural and vice versa, as the case may demand.

1. "Commissioner" means the Commissioner of the Utah Department of Agriculture and Food, or the commissioner's representative.

2. "Distributor" means a handler that purchases products under its own name, usually from a shipper, processor, or another distributor. Distributors may or may not take physical possession of the merchandise. A distributor is required to be certified if that person both takes title to the organic products and substantially transforms, processes, repackages or re-labels these products.

3. "Food (and food products)" means material, usually of plant or animal origin, containing or consisting of essential body nutrients, as carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins, and minerals, that is taken in and assimilated by an organism to maintain life and growth. Food products include all agricultural and horticultural products of the soil, apiary and apiary products, poultry and poultry products, livestock and livestock products, dairy products and aquaculture products.

4. "Registration" means an agreement or contract that grants a certified operator the right to use a certificate or certification mark in accordance with organic standards and certification requirements.

5. "Utah Department of Agriculture and Food Organic Seal" means the seal to be displayed on packaging of certified organic foods and food products intended for retail sale, indicating compliance with provisions of this rules.