Their stories of red tape run the gamut from confusion to utter frustration and anger.  

Even though a check for the government wasn't due until the end of October, a business owner sent it in on Oct. 12. However, the government waited until Nov. 11 to cash the check and then sent the business owner a bill for late fees with interest. 

Even after being certified organic by the government, several organic farmers said they still must go through a three-step process and fill out separate applications for the amount of each product.

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