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What does an Organic Certifying Body (OCB) primarily do?
What does an Organic Certifying Body (OCB) primarily do?
- Produce fresh organic food
- Control pests and diseases in organic farming
- Perform inspection and certification activities for organic products (correct)
- Accredit various organic input establishments
Which of the following best describes organic bio-control agents?
Which of the following best describes organic bio-control agents?
- Naturally occurring substances and organisms that control pests and diseases (correct)
- Chemical fertilizers that promote plant growth
- Synthetic pesticides for pest control
- Artificially created hormones for plant development
What is the primary focus of the Participatory Guarantee System (PGS)?
What is the primary focus of the Participatory Guarantee System (PGS)?
- Large-scale commercial organic farming
- Locally-focused quality assurance developed by practitioners of organic agriculture (correct)
- International inspection of organic food exports
- National certification standards for processed organic food
Which entities are referred to as organic input establishments?
Which entities are referred to as organic input establishments?
What is the function of inspection in organic farming?
What is the function of inspection in organic farming?
What does the term 'organic soil amendments' encompass?
What does the term 'organic soil amendments' encompass?
Which statement about a PGS group is correct?
Which statement about a PGS group is correct?
What does a Participatory Organic Certificate signify?
What does a Participatory Organic Certificate signify?
How long can an appointed member of the board serve?
How long can an appointed member of the board serve?
Which sectors must the small farmer representatives be chosen from?
Which sectors must the small farmer representatives be chosen from?
What is the minimum duration for which the national organization of LGUs must be registered with the SEC?
What is the minimum duration for which the national organization of LGUs must be registered with the SEC?
Which representation is NOT required to be included in the NOAB?
Which representation is NOT required to be included in the NOAB?
If a member fails to complete their term, what will the replacement serve?
If a member fails to complete their term, what will the replacement serve?
Which sector is included in the livestock representation alongside the livestock sector?
Which sector is included in the livestock representation alongside the livestock sector?
What is one requirement for the organization of LGUs involved in organic agriculture?
What is one requirement for the organization of LGUs involved in organic agriculture?
How many representatives are appointed from the NGO sector to the NOAB?
How many representatives are appointed from the NGO sector to the NOAB?
What defines organic processed food?
What defines organic processed food?
Which processes are associated with organic processed and pre-packaged food?
Which processes are associated with organic processed and pre-packaged food?
What is included in the definition of organic produce?
What is included in the definition of organic produce?
What characterizes an organic product?
What characterizes an organic product?
What role do People’s Organizations (POs) play?
What role do People’s Organizations (POs) play?
How is the private/business sector defined?
How is the private/business sector defined?
Which of the following statements is true regarding organic processed food?
Which of the following statements is true regarding organic processed food?
What is NOT a requirement for food to be classified as organic processed and pre-packaged?
What is NOT a requirement for food to be classified as organic processed and pre-packaged?
What is the minimum number of members required in a core PGS group for accreditation?
What is the minimum number of members required in a core PGS group for accreditation?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for a core PGS group to obtain accreditation?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for a core PGS group to obtain accreditation?
What happens if the core membership of a PGS group falls below five members?
What happens if the core membership of a PGS group falls below five members?
How long does the BAFS have to issue a decision on an accreditation application?
How long does the BAFS have to issue a decision on an accreditation application?
Which group can apply for accreditation as an OCB?
Which group can apply for accreditation as an OCB?
What kind of support does the BAFS provide to core PGS groups applying for accreditation?
What kind of support does the BAFS provide to core PGS groups applying for accreditation?
What is required for a core PGS group to be able to certify other groups as compliant with organic agriculture standards?
What is required for a core PGS group to be able to certify other groups as compliant with organic agriculture standards?
What is the consequence of failing to respond to an accreditation application within the specified timeframe?
What is the consequence of failing to respond to an accreditation application within the specified timeframe?
What is one of the primary responsibilities of the BAFS concerning organic agriculture?
What is one of the primary responsibilities of the BAFS concerning organic agriculture?
Which authority issues accreditation to Organic Control Bodies (OCBs)?
Which authority issues accreditation to Organic Control Bodies (OCBs)?
What must the BAFS do annually related to PGS groups?
What must the BAFS do annually related to PGS groups?
What type of inputs does the BAFS register?
What type of inputs does the BAFS register?
What is the role of the DA-BAFS in relation to the appeals made by farm owners?
What is the role of the DA-BAFS in relation to the appeals made by farm owners?
How many plantilla positions should each DA-BAFS Regional Field Unit have at a minimum?
How many plantilla positions should each DA-BAFS Regional Field Unit have at a minimum?
Who heads the Regional Field Units of DA-BAFS?
Who heads the Regional Field Units of DA-BAFS?
What is one of the responsibilities of the RFUs related to DA-BAFS?
What is one of the responsibilities of the RFUs related to DA-BAFS?
Study Notes
Organic Food and Input Establishments
- Organic food establishment includes entities that produce fresh or processed organic food, both local and foreign.
- Organic input establishment involves entities producing inputs permissible for organic agriculture.
Inspection and Certification
- Inspection entails examining farms, food products, control systems, and materials to ensure compliance with organic standards, including production systems.
- Organic Certifying Body (OCB) is accredited by a government agency to perform inspections and certification, ensuring products labeled “organic” meet guidelines.
Organic Agricultural Practices
- Organic bio-control agents are natural organisms used to manage pests, classified into botanicals, macrobials, microbials, and semiochemicals.
- Organic soil amendments enhance soil properties and include fertilizers, compost, microbial inoculants, and supplements.
Participatory Guarantee System (PGS)
- PGS is a community-based quality assurance system, built on trust and knowledge exchange, certifying producers as active organic agriculture practitioners.
- Core PGS group consists of registered farmer members in the participatory guarantee system.
Certification and Organic Products
- Participatory Organic Certificate serves as proof of compliance with organic farming requirements by a core PGS group.
- Organic processed food undergoes significant alterations by physical, chemical, or biological processes and complies with Philippine National Standards (PNS).
Regulatory Framework
- Organic produce is any agricultural product produced per current PNS for organic agriculture or harvested from nature with proper management.
- Organic product refers to processed goods that conform to PNS for organic agriculture.
Organizational Structures
- People’s Organizations (POs) are community-based groups established for collective benefits, pursuing common goals with registered bylaws.
- The private/business sector plays a vital role in producing and distributing goods, includes various corporations and is integral to the organic agriculture framework.
Government Roles and Responsibilities
- The Department of Agriculture-Bureau of Agriculture and Fisheries Standards (DA-BAFS) formulates organic agriculture standards, issues OCB accreditations, and conducts compliance inspections.
- DA-BAFS is empowered to implement guidelines and support structures for organic agriculture.
Composition of the Board
- The National Organic Agriculture Board (NOAB) features small farmer representatives selected from both crop and livestock sectors, ensuring regional representation.
- The DA-BAFS is tasked with creating Regional Field Units (RFUs) to effectively execute responsibilities under the organic agriculture act.
Accreditation Process
- Core PGS groups require a minimum of five members from diverse farms to apply for BAFS accreditation.
- The BAFS must decide on accreditation applications within 60 days; failure to respond equates to approval, with no application fees charged.
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Test your knowledge on the definitions and regulations regarding organic food establishments and inputs. This quiz covers the inspection processes for organic agriculture and related entities. Compete your understanding of organic certifications and standards.
