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MODULE 1, SESSION 1: Salient provisions and Implementing Rules and Regulations of the Amended Organic Agriculture Act Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by ...

MODULE 1, SESSION 1: Salient provisions and Implementing Rules and Regulations of the Amended Organic Agriculture Act Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  Learning Objectives At the end of the session, the participants will be able to: ❏ summarize the purpose of the law; ❏ describe the basic structure of the PGS group; and ❏ identify the relevant provisions of the law on PGS Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  THE AMENDED ORGANIC AGRICULTURE ACT RA 11511 An Act Amending the Organic Agriculture Act of 2010 (RA 10068) ✔ Approved: December 23, 2020 ✔ Published in the Official Gazette: January 05, 2021 ✔ Effectivity: January 21, 2021 ✔ Implementing Rules & Regulations Effectivity: March 16, 2022 Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  PURPOSE OF THE ORGANIC AGRICULTURE ACT “...promote, propagate, DECLARATION develop further and implement the practice OF POLICY of organic agriculture in the Philippines…” Section 2 of OAA as amended by RA 11511 Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  Why is organic agriculture important? Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  ROLES OF NOAB & NOAP IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF ORGANIC AGRICULTURE IN THE PHILIPPINES NOAP National Program Coordinating Office DA Implementing Agencies (AMAS, ATI, BAI, BAR, BAFS, BFAR, BPI, BSWM, ACPC) Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  ROLES OF NOAB & NOAP IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF ORGANIC AGRICULTURE IN THE PHILIPPINES National Organic The highest policy-making Agriculture Board body in the implementation of organic agriculture (NOAB) Section 6 of OAA as amended by RA 11511 Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  ROLES OF NOAB & NOAP IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF ORGANIC AGRICULTURE IN THE PHILIPPINES NOAB Chairperson: DA Secretary Alternate Chairperson: DA Undersecretary Members: Secretaries of the line departments (designated alternate representatives) and non-government sectors representatives Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  ROLES OF NOAB & NOAP IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF ORGANIC AGRICULTURE IN THE PHILIPPINES NOAP- ➔To manage the effective implementation of the National Program National Organic Agriculture Program (NOAP) Coordinating Office (NPCO) ➔Planning and administrative secretariat to the NOAB Section 10 of OAA as amended by RA 11511 Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  PARTICIPATORY GUARANTEE SYSTEM (PGS) FOR ORGANIC AGRICULTURE Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  Video Time! Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  ☛ Locally-focused quality assurance system which is developed and practiced by people What is engaged in organic agriculture PARTICIPATORY ☛ Built on a foundation of trust, GUARANTEE social network and knowledge exchange SYSTEM (PGS)? ☛ Used to certify producers and farmers as actual and active practitioners of organic agriculture Section 3 (s), RA 11511 Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  FEATURES & CHARACTERISTICS of PGS Groups Section 14 of OAA as amended by RA 11511 Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  FEATURES & CHARACTERISTICS OF PGS Based on Section 14 of OAA as amended by RA 11511 Existence of organic agriculture norms conceived by the OA stakeholders, norms that are appropriate to smallholder agriculture Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  FEATURES & CHARACTERISTICS OF PGS Based on Section 14 of OAA as amended by RA 11511 Grassroots organization: the participatory certification should be perceived as a result of a social dynamics, based on the active participation of all stakeholders (i.e., interaction) Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  FEATURES & CHARACTERISTICS OF PGS Based on Section 14 of OAA as amended by RA 11511 Existence of principles and values that enhance the livelihood and well- being of farming families and promote organic agriculture Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  FEATURES & CHARACTERISTICS OF PGS Based on Section 14 of OAA as amended by RA 11511 Documented management systems and procedures (i.e., Manual of Operations) Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  FEATURES & CHARACTERISTICS OF PGS Based on Section 14 of OAA as amended by RA 11511 Provision of mechanisms to verify farmer’s compliance to established norms Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  FEATURES & CHARACTERISTICS OF PGS Based on Section 14 of OAA as amended by RA 11511 Provision of mechanisms for supporting farmers to produce organic products and be certified as organic farmers, which shall include field advisors, newsletters, farm visits, websites, among others; Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  FEATURES & CHARACTERISTICS OF PGS Based on Section 14 of OAA as amended by RA 11511 Existence of bottom-line document, such as a farmer’s pledge, that shall state his/her agreement to established norms Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  FEATURES & CHARACTERISTICS OF PGS Based on Section 14 of OAA as amended by RA 11511 Introduction or use of seals or labels providing evidence of organic status Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  FEATURES & CHARACTERISTICS OF PGS Based on Section 14 of OAA as amended by RA 11511 Existence of a clear and previously defined set of recommendations and measures against farmers who fail to comply with standards Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  Non-government organizations PGS COMPOSITION Section 14 of OAA as amended by RA 11511 People’s organizations ☛ At least 5 members composed of farmers from a combination of both crops and livestock sectors PGS ☛ Other members may be Buyers of Group from other sectors in organic agriculture, NGOs, people’s products organization, buyers of organic products, suppliers Suppliers of of organic inputs, among organic inputs others, who all live or operate within the province and regularly interact with Live or operate WITHIN the province of the PGS Group the concerned PGS group Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  PGS LEGAL PERSONALITY Section 14 of OAA as amended by RA 11511 ☛ The core PGS group shall be registered with the municipality/city where the PGS groups is predominantly PGS located or regularly transacts business with. Group ☛ Secure Mayor’s Permit as proof of registration and the grant of legal personality, limited only to PGS transactions. Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF CORE PGS GROUP Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES OF CORE PGS GROUP Section 14 of OAA as amended by RA 11511 Develop understanding of the organic standards Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES OF CORE PGS GROUP Section 14 of OAA as amended by RA 11511 Make sure farms are compliant Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES OF CORE PGS GROUP Section 14 of OAA as amended by RA 11511 Make a pledge that they understand and adhere to the organic standards Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES OF CORE PGS GROUP Section 14 of OAA as amended by RA 11511 Conduct inspection and certification activities of member farms Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES OF CORE PGS GROUP Section 14 of OAA as amended by RA 11511 Recommend which farms will be certified Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES OF CORE PGS GROUP Section 14 of OAA as amended by RA 11511 Initiate key field trainings for farmer-members and residents in their locality to promote organic agriculture Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES OF CORE PGS GROUP Section 14 of OAA as amended by RA 11511 Attend municipal/provincial PGS meetings and share information Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES OF CORE PGS GROUP Section 14 of OAA as amended by RA 11511 Take actions on defaults / non-compliances as per sanction guidelines to be provided by the BAFS, OCBs and municipality PGS groups Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES OF CORE PGS GROUP Section 14 of OAA as amended by RA 11511 Assist defaulting and noncompliant members to regain certification status Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by AGGRUPATION OF PGS Section 14 of OAA as amended by RA 11511 GROUPS Municipality / City PGS Group The municipality/city PGS group shall be composed of one representative for each core PGS group in the municipality/city, and one representative from a regional agricultural state university or college (SUC), or local private agricultural Core PGS Group (1) Core PGS Group (2) educational institution. Provided, That there should be at least two (2) core PGS groups in the municipality/city before a municipal/city PGS group can be established. Regional SUC / Local Private Educational Institution Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by AGGRUPATION OF PGS Section 14 of OAA as amended by RA 11511 GROUPS Municipality / City PGS Develop or update and implement the PGS consistent Group with relevant regulations; Ensure continued compliance of farmer members with all the requirements of the applicable current PNS for organic agriculture and relevant regulations; Maintain a registry of core PGS groups operating within its area of jurisdiction, which shall be submitted to the BAFS annually; Together with the concerned PGS group, issue POC and Core PGS Group (1) Core PGS Group (2) the Philippine PGS Guaranteed Organic mark to certified farmer member; Develop its Manual of Operations subject to annual assessment by BAFS; and Submit monthly to the BAFS a list of certified small farmer/fisherfolk. Regional SUC / Local Private Educational Institution Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by AGGRUPATION OF PGS Section 14 of OAA as amended by RA 11511 GROUPS PROVINCIAL & PGS groups may form their aggrupation NATIONAL at the provincial or national levels. The provincial governments shall PGS GROUP encourage and support the formation and activities of these PGS groups within their jurisdiction. Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by PGS Implementation Section 14 of OAA as amended by RA 11511 Arrangement BAFS* ATI and RTCs ATI and RTCs NOAP-NPCO NOAP-NPCO DA-RFO (OAP) DA-RFO (OAP) Capacitation of PGS Groups Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by PGS Implementation Section 14 of OAA as amended by RA 11511 Arrangement BAFS DA RFO (Regulatory Division) Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  In your opinion, how will PGS encourage our small farmers and fisherfolks to venture into organic agriculture? Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  LABELING OF ORGANIC PRODUCE “Products which are certified and guaranteed by third-party organic certification system and PGS shall be allowed to be labeled and sold as organic.” Section 18 of OAA as amended by RA 11511 Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  Video Time! Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  RETAILING OF ORGANIC PRODUCE “Retail establishments or stores of organic produce shall designate a separate area to display the organic produce to avoid mixing it with non-organic produce.” Section 19 of OAA as amended by RA 11511 Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  PENAL PROVISIONS & OTHER PENALTIES Section 27 of OAA as amended by RA 11511 Obstructs the development of organic agriculture Refuses to extend support & assistance Mislabels/claims that a product is organic imprisonment of not less than 1 month nor more than 6 months fine of not more than Php 50,000.00 revocation of organic certificate suspension or revocation of accreditation certificate Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  Key Messages 1. RA 11511 amended RA 10068 to recognize Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) 2. PGS is a locally-focused certification system—certifying farmer members as organic practitioners. 3. The law specified 9 features and characteristics that are unique to a PGS group. 4. With the amendment, products guaranteed by an accredited PGS group are now allowed to be labeled and sold as organic. 5. Mixing of organic and non-organic produce and products is not allowed. 6. Violation of the provisions of the RA 11511 can be subjected to penalties and sanctions. Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by Questions? Clarifications? Feedback? [email protected] www.bafs.da.gov.ph (+632) 8273-2474 loc. 3303 fb.com/da.bafs instagram.com/da.bafs twitter.com/official_dabafs  MODULE 1, SESSION 2: Overview of the organic agriculture regulations per amended OA Act of 2010 Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  Learning Objectives At the end of this session, the participants will be able to briefly describe the relevant regulations in organic agriculture. Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  BAFS’ FUNCTIONS PER RA 11511 Sections 12, 13, 14 , 17 , and 18 of OAA as amended by RA 11511 GRANT ACCREDITATION TO ORGANIC CERTIFYING BODIES & PGS GROUPS ISSUE REGISTRATION TO INTEGRATED FARMS AND INPUTS (OSA & OBCA) CONDUCT INSPECTIONS AND CERTIFY FARMS UNDER PGS DEVELOP ORGANIC AGRICULTURE STANDARDS RULE ON APPEALS OF FARM/FARMOWNER UNDER PGS CONDUCT MONITORING OF BAFS’ REGISTERED PRODUCERS EXTEND TECHNICAL SUPPORT TO CORE PGS Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  ORGANIC CERTIFICATION “procedure by which a government agency or an organic certifying body (OCB) provides written or equivalent assurance that farms, or production and processing systems, conform to organic standards” Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  How does PGS differ from third-party certification system? Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  Third party Participatory certification System Guarantee System or Independent Certification System Locally-focused quality assurance system which is developed and a firm requires that its suppliers practiced by people actually meet a certain standard and engaged in organic agriculture. requests an independent It is built on a foundation of trust, organization that is not involved in social network and knowledge exchange. the business relationship to control the compliance of the suppliers It is used to certify producers and farmers as actual and active practitioners of organic agriculture. Section 3 of OAA Definition of Terms—(l) Third party certification Section 3 of OAA Definition of Terms—(s) Participatory Guarantee System Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  Section 14 of OAA as amended by RA 11511 CERTIFICATION OF CORE PGS The BAFS is authorized to certify 5 individual farms as a core PGS group. GROUP Core PGS group – basic grouping unit in the PGS Section 3 (u) of OAA as amended by RA 11511 Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  Section 13 of OAA as amended by RA 11511 ACCREDITATION OF The BAFS is designated and OCB authorized to grant official accreditation to an OCB or entity. Organic certifying body (OCB) – a legal entity accredited by a government agency to perform inspection and certification activities. It is responsible for verifying that a product sold or labeled as “organic” is produced, processed, prepared or handled according to relevant guidelines. Section 3 (q) of OAA as amended by RA 11511 Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  The BAFS shall be responsible for the registration of integrated organic farms and organic inputs (organic soil amendments and organic biocontrol agents). Section 17 of OAA as amended by RA 11511 REGISTRATION OF ORGANIC PRODUCERS, PRODUCE, INPUTS, & ORGANIC PROCESSED FOOD Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  DELINEATION OF REGISTRATION FUNCTIONS Section 17 of OAA as amended by RA 11511 REGISTRATION OF ORGANIC PRODUCERS, PRODUCE, INPUTS, & ORGANIC PROCESSED FOOD DA DOH ☛ primary and postharvest produce ☛ pre-packaged food ☛ agricultural inputs ☛ processed food (seeds/planting materials, feeds, OSA & OBCA, etc.) Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  DELINEATION OF REGISTRATION FUNCTIONS OF DA REGULATORY AGENCIES per Section 17 of OAA as amended by RA 11511 REGISTRATION OF ORGANIC PRODUCERS, PRODUCE, INPUTS, & ORGANIC PROCESSED FOOD DA-BAI DA-BPI DA-BFAR DA-BAFS ☛ apiculture farms ☛ seeds ☛ fisheries ☛ integrated farms ☛ livestock ☛ planting materials ☛ aquaculture resources ☛ soil amendments ☛ poultry ☛ crops ☛ aquaculture feeds ☛ biocontrol agents ☛ feeds Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  The DA,DOH,and DTI agencies shall conduct monitoring within their purview, in coordination with concerned LGUs, in accordance with the provisions of Sections 17, 18, and 19. Section 18 of OAA as amended by RA 11511 Section 3 (bb) of IRR of OAA as amended by RA 11511 MONITORING refers to activities to verify compliance of organic producers/operators, produce and products with the regulatory requirements of concerned agencies. These activities may also include among others adverse events reporting, product safety update reporting, collection and testing of organic produce and products in the market Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  PLENARY ACTIVITY: MATCH NA MATCH! 1. DTI a. accredits OCB & PGS groups 2. BAFS-AS b. registers integrated organic farms & inputs 3. DOH-FDA c. registers organic seeds, planting materials, & crops 4. BAFS-RS d. monitors organic non-food products outside DA’s jurisdiction 5. DA-BPI e. registers organic pre-packaged & processed food Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  PLENARY ACTIVITY: MATCH NA MATCH! (ANSWER KEY) 1. DTI d. monitors organic non-food products outside DA’s jurisdiction 2. BAFS-AS a. accredits OCB & PGS groups 3. DOH-FDA e. registers organic pre-packaged & processed food 4. BAFS-RS b. registers integrated organic farms & inputs 5. DA-BPI c. registers organic seeds, planting materials, & crops Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  Key Messages 1. The BAFS-AS is authorized to certify 5 individual farms as a core PGS group. 2. The BAFS-AS is designated and authorized to grant official accreditation to an OCB or PGS group. 3. The DA (BPI, BFAR, BAI, BAFS-RS) and DOH-FDA are responsible for the registration of organic producers & products. 4. The DA, DTI, DOH, & DILG (LGU) are responsible for the monitoring of certified/guaranteed & registered organic producers & products. Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by Questions? Clarifications? Feedback? [email protected] www.bafs.da.gov.ph (+632) 8273-2474 loc. 3303 fb.com/da.bafs instagram.com/da.bafs twitter.com/official_dabafs  MODULE 2, SESSION 1-4: Organic Agriculture Standards Session 1. Conversion to organic agriculture Session 2. Minimum requirements for organic crop production Session 3. Minimum requirements for animal production Session 4. Minimum requirements for organic beekeeping Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  Learning Objectives At the end of the session, the participants will be able to: ❏ understand the minimum requirements for conversion to organic agriculture ❏ know the minimum requirements for crop production, animal production, and organic beekeeping Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  PART 1: 4.1.1 - Crop and special product MINIMUM conversion requirements 4.1.2 - Conversion of animal and REQUIREMENTS FOR animal products 4.1.3 - Conversion requirements for CONVERSION TO organic beekeeping ORGANIC AGRICULTURE SECTION 4 of PNS/BAFS: 07/2016 Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  4.1.1 CROP AND SPECIAL PRODUCT CONVERSION REQUIREMENTS 4.1.1.1 The operator must follow and meet the minimum requirements of the Philippine National Standard for Organic Agriculture from the beginning of the conversion period onwards. 4.1.1.2 Inspection must be carried out as a prerequisite for a farm to be certified as organic. The time frame of the conversion period (plan) is set based on the initial recommendations/findings of the inspector. Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  Interpretive Guide (IG:4.1.1.1) The start of conversion period is based on the documented organic management plan and evaluation of the completed inspection report. Retroactive conversion may be recognized provided that provisions 4.1.1.6 and 4.1.1.8 of PNS OA are followed. An organic management plan must be established. This should include the following: 1. conversion plan; 2. choice of crops and varieties; 3. soil and management practices; 4. fertilization practices and growth regulators; 5. pest, disease, and weed management; 6. pollution control and contamination management; 7. soil and water conservation; 8. diversity in crop production; 9. collection of non-cultivated materials and minor forest products, if applicable; 10. risk analysis and its control measures; and 11. recordkeeping. Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  4.1.1 CROP AND SPECIAL PRODUCT CONVERSION REQUIREMENTS 4.1.1.3 The conversion plan shall at least include: field and farm history and present production practices such as crops produced, pest management practices, fertilization practices, and animal husbandry practices; production practices that need to be improved during the conversion period (e.g. crop rotation, manure management, soil conversion, water management, animal management, pasture development plan, pest management, environmental conditions); and a schedule and time limits for the progression of conversion. IG: 4.1.1.3. Farm history should include the records of the farm for the past three years as one of the bases for determining the length of conversion period (refer to Sections 4.1.1.5, 4.1.1.6, 4.1.1.7, and 4.1.1.10). Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  4.1.1 CROP AND SPECIAL PRODUCT CONVERSION REQUIREMENTS 4.1.1.4 If there is a presence of parallel/split production in the unit, the responsible famers have to ensure: ✔ that a proper demarcation and identification of organically managed lands must be put in place. Land managed organically must be inspected for compliance to organic certification; ✔ that the organically farmed parts are identifiable and may be inspected for certification; ✔ that all farm records and accounting are identifiable for both farming systems; and ✔ those converted areas are not switched back and forth from organic and non-organic management. IG: 4.1.1.4. Part of the management plan of the operator should include risk analysis in order to establish the proper distance between organically managed and conventional lands. Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  4.1.1 CROP AND SPECIAL PRODUCT CONVERSION REQUIREMENTS 4.1.1.5 Length of crop conversion period Plant products can be certified organic when the full requirements of this Standard have been met: for annual crops: at least twelve (12) months before the start of the production cycle; for perennials: at least eighteen (18) months of management according to the full standards requirements before the first harvest Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  4.1.1 CROP AND SPECIAL PRODUCT CONVERSION REQUIREMENTS 4.1.1.6 The required conversion period may be reduced for the following conditions: ✔ land which have not been cultivated for the past three (3) years, including lands used as pasture and timberland; ✔ areas practicing traditional agricultural practices, which fulfill the requirements of this Standard; these areas shall be verified through reliable means and sources. In such cases, inspection shall be carried out at least six (6) months before the first harvest; and ✔ farms practicing organic agriculture for at least eighteen (18) months; these areas shall be verified through reliable means and sources. In such cases, inspection shall be carried out at least six (6) months before the harvest. Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  4.1.1 CROP AND SPECIAL PRODUCT CONVERSION REQUIREMENTS 4.1.1.7 No conversion period is required in the case of non-cultivated land. These areas shall not be exposed to prohibited inputs for a minimum of three (3) years. Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  4.1.1 CROP AND SPECIAL PRODUCT CONVERSION REQUIREMENTS 4.1.1.8 The following are required to be submitted in order to grant reduction of the prescribed conversion period: ✔ written evidences: An official attestation from government agencies (national or local) on non- application of prohibited inputs for the past two (2) years or research institutions, or a notarized affidavit from two (2) neighbors; and ✔ proof that the land was cultivated under practices allowed for organic agriculture for the past two (2) Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS)years. This presentation is prepared by  4.1.1 CROP AND SPECIAL PRODUCT CONVERSION REQUIREMENTS 4.1.1.9 If a farm is not converted all at once or if certification is withdrawn from a piece of land, the responsible operator should ensure separation through the following: ✔ a clear boundary between the organic and non-organic units; ✔ that the same varieties are not produced in parallel production: organic and non- organic; ✔ that the production records be identifiable for each type of production, allowing the certification body to Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS)audit both productions This presentation is prepared by  4.1.1 CROP AND SPECIAL PRODUCT CONVERSION REQUIREMENTS 4.1.1.9 If a farm is not converted all at once or if certification is withdrawn from a piece of land, the responsible operator should ensure separation through the following: (continuation) ✔ that production areas are not switched back and forth from organic and non-organic management; and ✔ that areas to be used for the organic production will be included in a conversion plan Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  4.1.1 CROP AND SPECIAL PRODUCT CONVERSION REQUIREMENTS 4.1.1.10 Prolonged conversion/transition period Lands that have been heavily treated with synthetic chemicals shall undergo conversion for a minimum of three (3) years before the start of the production cycle. The competent authority decides whether this rule applies on a specific site and the required test to confirm. In such cases, the farmer should be able to provide results of contaminant analysis, which include, among others, pesticides, heavy metals, and nitrate accumulation. Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  4.1.1 CROP AND SPECIAL PRODUCT CONVERSION REQUIREMENTS 4.1.1.11 Products may be sold with an indication referring to the conversion to organic farming (in-conversion), when the full requirements of this Standard have been met for at least six (6) months. Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  5.1 – Choice of crops and varieties 5.2 – Crop rotations and soil PART 2: management practices 5.3 - Fertilization practices and MINIMUM growth regulator 5.4 - Pest, disease, and weed management REQUIREMENTS FOR 5.6 - Pollution control and contamination management CROP PRODUCTION 5.7 - Soil and water conservation 5.8 - Diversity in crop production 5.9 - Collection on non-cultivated SECTION 5 of PNS/BAFS: 07/2016 materials and minor forest products Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  5.1 CHOICE OF CROPS AND VARIETIES 5.1.1 Seeds and planting materials shall be of high quality and certified organic, when available 5.1.2 When certified organic seed and planting materials are not available, non-organic seed and planting materials may be used provided that they have not been treated with pesticides and other inputs not permitted by this Standard. Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  1,064 Traditional Rice Varieties 1,069 Masipag Bred Lines 185 Farmer-bred Lines 75 Native Corn Varieties Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by Farmer-saved seeds August 2016 © Rodel G. Maghirang  Farmer-saved seeds: dandalion August 2016 © Rodel G. Maghirang  5.1 CHOICE OF CROPS AND VARIETIES 5.1.3 Seeds and planting materials derived from tissue culture may be used for the production of organic, disease-free planting materials. 5.1.4 Materials allowed for the treatment of seeds include the substances listed in Annex A.* Substance and materials listed in Category A.1 of C No. 9, Series of 2020. Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  5.1 CHOICE OF CROPS AND VARIETIES 5.1.5 When the use of treated seeds is required by government authorities or phytosanitary regulations necessary to prevent the spread of seed-borne diseases, or when natural disaster like floods, drought, earthquake, pest outbreaks, or other unanticipated circumstances have occurred, causing the destruction of organic seed supply, only then can treated seeds be used. Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  5.1 CHOICE OF CROPS AND VARIETIES 5.1.6 The use of genetically modified seeds, transgenic plants or planting materials is not allowed. 5.1.7 Plant varieties should be bred to retain natural reproduction methods. Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  5.2 CROP ROTATIONS AND SOIL MANAGEMENT PRACTICES 5.2.1 Organic production systems are soil-based and should care for the soil and surrounding ecosystems in support of an increased diversity of species, while encouraging nutrient cycling and mitigating soil and nutrient losses. 5.2.2 Tillage and cultivation implements shall be selected and used in a manner that maintains or improves soil physical and biological quality and minimizes erosion Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  5.2 CROP ROTATIONS AND SOIL MANAGEMENT PRACTICES 5.2.3 Organic management does not undertake any actions that create any negative impacts in officially recognized high conservation value and heritage areas, such as forests wildlife protection areas and watershed areas. 5.2.4 Organic management maintains and/or enhances biodiversity on the farm holding, in crop and where applicable non-crop habitats. IG 5.2.4: Diverse crops and, if applicable, a separate area for non-crop species, are encouraged Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  5.3 FERTILIZATION PRACTICES AND GROWTH REGULATORS 5.3.1 The fertility and biological activity of the soil should be maintained or increased, where appropriate, through: ✔ cultivation of legumes, green manures, or deep-rooting plants in an appropriate multi-annual rotation program; ✔ incorporation of organic material into the soil, composted or not, ✔ use of by-products from animal production, such as farmyard manure, provided that they come from farms producing in accordance with this Standard. This presentation is prepared by Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS)  5.3 FERTILIZATION PRACTICES AND GROWTH REGULATORS 5.3.2 Fertilizers and soil conditioners of plant, animal, mineral, microbiological, and other origin complying with this Standard, as listed in Annex B, must be the basis of the fertilization program provided that these follow proper composting methods. Any succession/addition/revision from relevant standard setting bodies (BAFS & FDA) shall be adopted and shall be in accordance with the criteria established in Section 12 of this Standard. IG: 5.3.2: Basis of the fertilization program is the result of the soil analysis through laboratory analysis or use of rapid soil test kits. Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by Specialist Training RodelonG. Participatory Maghirang Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  5.3 FERTILIZATION PRACTICES AND GROWTH REGULATORS 5.3.3 When supplementary application of fertilizer is needed, the materials must be certified as organic or comply with the requirements of the PNS for Organic Soil Amendments (PNS/BAFS 40:2016 - Revised PNS for Organic Fertilizer). IG: 5.3.3: Proof of (need for) supplementary application of fertilizer (e.g. soil analysis) is required. Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by 2017 Rodel G. Maghirang  5.3 FERTILIZATION PRACTICES AND GROWTH REGULATORS 5.3.4 Runoff diversions or other means must be implemented to prevent contamination of crop production areas. 5.3.5 Application of raw or undecomposed manure is not allowed. Manure should undergo proper decomposition methods. Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by Run-off canal 34  5.3 FERTILIZATION PRACTICES AND GROWTH REGULATORS 5.3.6 Organic and mineral (naturally mined) fertilizers and particularly those with high risk for contamination should be applied in such a way that it will have minimum adverse effect on the environment (e.g. on ground and surface water). Mineral fertilizers shall be applied in their original form and shall not be rendered more soluble by chemical treatment. Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  5.3 FERTILIZATION PRACTICES AND GROWTH REGULATORS 5.3.7 Storage places of manure and compost sites should be covered or sheltered in order to prevent leaching of nutrients and pollution of water. 5.3.8 Fertilizer ingredients, which may have a considerable content of heavy metals and/or other toxic substances, shall not be used. Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  5.3 FERTILIZATION PRACTICES AND GROWTH REGULATORS 5.3.9 Growth regulators and dyes Only products used for regulating growth, quality, and development of plants prepared from plants, animals, and microorganisms are allowed. Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  Covered composting areas Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) 38This presentation is prepared by  5.4 COMMERCIAL PRODUCTION OF ORGANIC FERTILIZER Commercial production should follow the minimum requirements of the PNS for Organic Soil Amendments (PNS/BAFS 183:2016). Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  5.5 PEST, DISEASE AND WEED MANAGEMENT 5.5.1 Preventive methods such as disruption and elimination of pest habitat and access to facilities shall be the primary mean of pest management. 5.5.2 If preventive methods are inadequate, mechanical/physical and biological methods are preferred. IG: 5.5.1 to 3. There must be an established pest control plan that follows the order of preference specified in the provision. Disruption or elimination of the habitat is discouraged for birds. Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  Bagging banana bunches Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  Cacao bagger Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  5.5 PEST, DISEASE AND WEED MANAGEMENT 5.5.3 If mechanical/physical and biological methods are inadequate for pest control, substances listed in Annex A* are allowed. Other substances not listed in Annex A may be allowed if these are in accordance with the criteria established in Section 12 of this Standard. 5.5.4 The use of synthetic pesticides (e.g. herbicides, fungicides, insecticides, moluscides, nematicides, rodenticides, etc.) is prohibited. 5.5.5 Products that may be used in the control of pests and diseases are indicated in Annex A*. (Category A.3 of DC No. 9, Series Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) of 2020) This presentation is prepared by  For slug control Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  5.5 PEST, DISEASE AND WEED MANAGEMENT 5.5.6 The release of local and acclimatized predatory insects, such as earwig and Trichogramma, and use of microbial pest control agents, such as bacteria (e.g. Bacillus thuringiensis), viruses (e.g. baculovirus), fungi (e.g. B. bassiana), are allowed. However, these are subject to appropriate existing phytosanitary regulations and measures, as well as national registration requirements (e.g. NCBP, BPI-PQS). The release of such organisms should be done in such a manner that these do not damage the natural ecosystem, and done if other pest control measures are found ineffective. Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  Earwig para sa Brontispa, fruit worm, fruit borer atbp. Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by Kaibigang Amag, Bakterya at Bayrus  5.5 PEST, DISEASE AND WEED MANAGEMENT 5.5.7 Physical methods for pest, disease, and weed management are allowed. Thermic sterilization of soils to combat pest, disease, and weed is restricted in circumstances where a proper rotation or renewal of soil cannot take place. 5.5.8 Farm tools and equipment should be used exclusively in organic farms. In cases that these are not dedicated for organic production, these must be properly cleaned and free of residues from synthetic pesticides. IG: 5.5.8: Policies and procedures on cleaning of farm tools and equipment should be established. Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  Physical Methods Mulching Bagging Light trapping Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  5.6 POLLUTION CONTROL AND CONTAMINATION MANAGEMENT 5.6.1 Buffer zones should be established to minimize contamination from non-organic farms. These may include, but are not limited to, multi-purpose tree species of sufficient density and height, runoff diversions, water filtration ponds and/or diversion systems, and open space. IG: 5.6.1: Part of the management plan of the operator should include risk analysis in order to establish the proper distance for the buffer zone and sufficiency of the density of species for trees. Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  5.6 POLLUTION CONTROL AND CONTAMINATION MANAGEMENT 5.6.2 Products from buffer zones must not be sold as organic. IG: 5.6.2: Products from buffer zones and certified organic production should be harvested and recorded separately. Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  5.6 POLLUTION CONTROL AND CONTAMINATION MANAGEMENT 5.6.3 In cases of reasonable suspicion of pollution, an analysis of the relevant products, crops, and/or soil should be done. 5.6.4 Methods for pollution control and contamination management should follow at least the minimum requirements of Republic Act 9003: The Solid Waste Management Act. Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by Buffer zone 55  5.7 SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION 5.7.1 Relevant measures should be taken to prevent soil erosion and ensure water conservation. Appropriate conservation measures, including management practices such as grass waterways, contour strips, diversion canals, catch/filtration ponds, buffers, wind breaks, mulch, and cover crops to prevent wind and water erosion, must be established. Reasonable water conservation measures must be taken to avoid excessive exploitation and depletion of water resources. Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  5.7 SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION 5.7.2 Appropriate measures shall be taken to prevent salinization and desertification. 5.7.3 Land clearing through burning is prohibited, as per RA 8749 or the Clean Air Act of 1999 Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  Upland rice in kaingin, Coron Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) 61This presentation is prepared by  5.8 DIVERSITY IN CROP PRODUCTION 5.8.1 The diversity of crops and cropping systems on organic farms should sustain and promote diversity that is suited to local agro-ecosystem. Crop diversification systems such as crop rotation, intercropping, alley cropping, relay cropping, and multi-story cropping may be used. 5.8.2 Bio diversified cropping systems are encouraged Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  Organic balangon Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) 63This presentation is prepared by Presentation: Wrapped in banana leaves  5.9 COLLECTION OF NON-CULTIVATED MATERIALS AND MINOR FOREST PRODUCTS 5.9.1 The location of harvesting or gathering site shall be clearly identified and the gatherer/operator managing such practices must be familiar with the proper methods of collection and contamination prevention. IG: 5.9.1: Policies and procedures for collection of non-cultivated materials and minor forest products should be established. Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  5.9 COLLECTION OF NON-CULTIVATED MATERIALS AND MINOR FOREST PRODUCTS 5.9.2 Products of non-cultivated materials and minor forest products can only be certified if derived from a clearly defined collecting area not exposed to prohibited substances at least three years prior to the first harvest. These collection areas are subject to regular inspection. IG: 5.9.2: There should be a map of collection sites for non- cultivated materials and minor forest products. Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  5.9 COLLECTION OF NON-CULTIVATED MATERIALS AND MINOR FOREST PRODUCTS 5.9.3 Collected products shall only be certified organic if derived from a stable-growing environment. Harvesting or gathering the product shall not exceed the sustainable yield of the ecosystem or threaten its ecological balance. The collection of plants or parts thereof does not disturb the stability of the natural habitat or the maintenance of the species in the collection area. IG: 5.9.3: Harvesting shall not exceed 60% of the cluster to ensure the sustainability of the species concerned in a particular spot. Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  5.9 COLLECTION OF NON-CULTIVATED MATERIALS AND MINOR FOREST PRODUCTS 5.9.4 Organic wild harvest management excludes systems that harvest officially protected or endangered species or where harvest is prohibited by law. 5.9.5 The collection or harvest area shall be at an appropriate distance from non-organic farming or other sources of pollution and contamination. 5.9.6 The operator who manages the harvesting or gathering of common resources products shall be clearly identified and must be familiar with the defined collecting area. IG: 5.9.4 to 6: There should be a map of collection sites for non-cultivated materials and Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) minor forest products. This presentation is prepared by  6.1 Animal husbandry management 6.2 Breeds and breeding PART 3: 6.3 Mutilations and animal identification MINIMUM 6.4 Animal nutrition REQUIREMENTS FOR 6.5 Feeding of milk to mammals 6.6 Breeding animals ANIMAL PRODUCTION 6.7 Biosecurity 6.8 Animal health SECTION 6 of PNS/BAFS: 07/2016 6.9 Transport and slaughter 6.10 Manure management 6.11 Free-range areas and housing Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  6.1 ANIMAL HUSBANDRY MANAGEMENT 6.1.1 Management of the environment of the animals shall take into account the behavioral needs of the animals and provide for: ✔ sufficient free movement, as applicable; ✔ sufficient fresh air and natural daylight according to the needs of the animals; ✔ protection against excessive sunlight, temperatures, rain, and wind according to the needs of the animals; ✔ enough lying and/or resting area according to the needs of the animals. For all animals requiring bedding, natural materials shall be provided; ✔ free access to fresh water and feeds according to the needs of the animals; and ✔ access to pasture. Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  6.1 ANIMAL HUSBANDRY MANAGEMENT 6.1.2 Landless animal husbandry systems and/or complete confinement of animal systems (e.g. ‘battery-type’ cage, single pen) are prohibited. 6.1.3 Herd animals shall not be kept individually, except in cases of the following: ✔ animals about to give birth or have just given birth should be separated from other animals and should be given the necessary veterinary attention; and ✔ as part of biosecurity measures, sick, injured, or disabled animals should be separated from healthy animals and should be given the necessary veterinary attention. Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  6.2 BREEDS AND BREEDING 6.2.1 Breeding goals are such that animal diversity should be maintained. Indigenous/native breeds should be preserved and promoted. Breeding activities should take into consideration the following traits: ✔ a reasonable productivity level even with low external input; ✔ adaptability to local conditions; ✔ longevity, temperament, and good health; ✔ breeds that are able to provide good quality traits and products; and ✔ ability of animals to give birth with minimal veterinary attention. Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  6.2 BREEDS AND BREEDING 6.2.2 The use of artificial insemination techniques are allowed. However, artificial insemination using segregated, separated, or otherwise modified sperm is not allowed. 6.2.3 Breeding techniques that employ any of the activities listed below are not allowed: embryo transfer; genetic engineering; treatments with reproductive hormones; and semen sexing. 6.2.4 The use of genetically engineered species or breeds is not allowed. Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by  6.3 MUTILITATIONS AND ANIMAL IDENTIFICATION 6.3.1 Mutilations are prohibited. However, the following methods are exceptions in specific cases that these can improve the welfare, health, or hygiene of the animals or for safety reasons: ✔ castration ✔ tail cutting of lambs ✔ tail-docking of pigs ✔ trimming of beaks ✔ de-horning ✔ nose and limb ringing, for restraining, and Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) ✔ cutting of teeth. This presentation is prepared by  6.3 MUTILITATIONS AND ANIMAL IDENTIFICATION 6.3.2 Allowed methods of identification of animals: ✔ tattooing; ✔ ear notching; ✔ ear tagging; and ✔ wing tagging. 6.3.3 Keeping the animals tethered is prohibited. However, the tethering of animals is allowed if this is necessary for safety or welfare reasons, and that such tethering is for a limited time Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) This presentation is prepared by only. Specialist Training on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) Training of Trainers on Participatory Guarantee System This presentation is prepared by  6.4 ANIMAL NUTRITIO