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Organic agriculture emphasizes the use of management practices over the use of ______ inputs.
Organic agriculture emphasizes the use of management practices over the use of ______ inputs.
off-farm
Heirloom rice is a traditional rice variety that is usually grown by small ______.
Heirloom rice is a traditional rice variety that is usually grown by small ______.
landholders
The practice of ______ involves smoothing the surface of the soil to ensure a uniform height.
The practice of ______ involves smoothing the surface of the soil to ensure a uniform height.
leveling
To maintain ______ integrity, producers must adhere to established principles and standards for organic production.
To maintain ______ integrity, producers must adhere to established principles and standards for organic production.
Hauling refers to the activity of transporting the harvest by foot or ______.
Hauling refers to the activity of transporting the harvest by foot or ______.
Water for irrigation should be analyzed for water quality from annually to every ______ years depending on the assessment of the competent authority.
Water for irrigation should be analyzed for water quality from annually to every ______ years depending on the assessment of the competent authority.
Farms structures should be designed and constructed separately to minimize ______.
Farms structures should be designed and constructed separately to minimize ______.
Sewerage, waste disposal, and drainage systems should be constructed to minimize the risk of contaminating the ______ areas and water supplies.
Sewerage, waste disposal, and drainage systems should be constructed to minimize the risk of contaminating the ______ areas and water supplies.
Toilet facilities should be provided for stay-in farm workers and should be properly cleaned and ______.
Toilet facilities should be provided for stay-in farm workers and should be properly cleaned and ______.
Animal proofing and adequate pest control measures should be implemented in storage and ______ areas.
Animal proofing and adequate pest control measures should be implemented in storage and ______ areas.
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Water Quality
- Water sources for irrigation should be analyzed for quality every year to every three years, depending on hazards, by the competent authority or a recognized laboratory.
- Soil samples should be tested for appropriate organic soil amendments at least every three years, by the competent authority or a recognized laboratory.
- Areas prone to heavy metal contamination should have their soil analyzed annually.
Farm Location
- Farm locations should be evaluated for suitability, including a history of prior land use to determine potential hazards.
- Farm locations near urban and industrial areas should be assessed for potential contamination.
Farm Structure and Maintenance
- Farm structures should be designed for their intended purpose and separated to minimize contamination.
- Structures should be designated for storage of organic fertilizers, biocontrol agents, and farm supplies.
- Storage facilities should be designated for produce and equipment.
- Farm structures and facilities should be kept clean and well-maintained.
- Sewage, waste disposal, and drainage systems should be designed to minimize the risk of contaminating production areas and water supplies.
- Irrigation waterways should be maintained for effective water delivery.
- Stray animals should be kept out of production areas with standing crops.
- Animal proofing and pest control measures should be implemented in storage and packing areas.
- Toilet facilities should be provided and maintained for farm workers who live on the farm.
Organic Agriculture
- Organic agriculture promotes ecosystem health and emphasizes management practices over off-farm inputs.
- Organic agriculture utilizes cultural, biological, and mechanical methods instead of synthetic materials.
Heirloom Rice
- Heirloom rice is a type of traditional rice variety passed down through generations by family members.
- Heirloom rice is considered the highest quality traditional rice variety and is commonly grown in several provinces in the Philippines.
- Hauling refers to the transporting of a harvest.
- A hook is a curved hand tool used for securing and moving loads.
- Leveling means smoothing the surface of the soil to ensure that the land is the same height.
Organic Soil Amendments
- All products used to amend the soil, for example, compost, manure, and biochar, should be derived from organic sources.
- Soil amendments should be applied in accordance with soil analysis recommendations.
Organic Integrity
- Organic integrity means adhering to the principles, objectives, and standards of organic production.
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