Initial certification may be given to land units rather than the entire farming operation where such
land units are physically isolated within the farm unit and where the criteria outlined in 3.6 are
complied with. In such circumstances, the OMP shall outline plans for conversion of other areas and
management strategies to ensure segregation of parallel products and production activities. The time
frame for full conversion shall be 10 years, except in circumstances granted by the CO. Note that
certain market requirements require complete conversion of livestock and the whole farm prior to
recognition of certification of products (e.g., Bio Suisse, Naturland).