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GUIDELINES FOR IBD CERTIFICATIONS ORGANIC QUALITY STANDARDS
Guidelines for the
IBD Organic Quality Standard
22nd Edition
April 2015
IBD CERTIFICATIONS
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Tel/Fax: +55 14 3811 9800 - ibd@ibd.com.br - www.ibd.com.br
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These guidelines, as well as the IBD Organic Seal,
are property of IBD CERTIFICATIONS which has exclusive rights for their use.
Should you require guidelines concerning a specific kind of production which are not found in this volume,
please contact IBD CERTIFICATIONS.
IBD CERTIFICATIONS, April 2015
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................................ 4
GENERAL GUIDELINES .................................................................................................................................. 5
1.
REQUIREMENTS FOR USING THE SEAL ........................................................................................... 5
2.
FARM CONVERSION .............................................................................................................................. 5
3.
CONDITIONS FOR USING THE SEAL .................................................................................................. 9
4.
IDENTIFICATION OF PACKING AND LABELING ............................................................................ 9
5.
GENERAL STRUCTURE OF THE FARM AS AGRICULTURAL ORGANISM ............................... 12
6.
FERTILIZATION .................................................................................................................................... 13
7.
CONTROL OF PESTS AND DISEASES, GROWTH REGULATORS AND CONTAMINATION
CONTROL ......................................................................................................................................................... 17
8.
SEEDLINGS AND SEEDS ..................................................................................................................... 19
9.
LIVESTOCK BREEDING AND LIVESTOCK PRODUCTS ................................................................ 20
10. PROCESSING, STORAGE, TRANSPORT AND PACKING OF PRODUCTION .............................. 31
11. SANITARY ASPECTS............................................................................................................................ 36
12. ORGANIC PRODUCT QUALITY ASSURANCE ................................................................................ 36
APPENDIX I - ALLOWED FERTILIZERS ................................................................................................... 37
APPENDIX II – METHODS AND AGENTS ALLOWED IN VEGETAL AND ANIMAL PRODUCTION
AND IN CLEANING OF FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT .......................................................................... 40
APPENDIX III – PRODUCTS ALLOWED FOR ANIMAL FODDER AND FEED ...................................... 45
APPENDIX IV - VETERINARY PRODUCTS ALLOWED ........................................................................... 48
APPENDIX V – FOOD ADDITIVES, PROCESSING AIDS AND NON-CERTIFIED AGRICULTURAL
INGREDIENTS ALLOWED IN THE PROCESSING OF ORGANIC PRODUCTS ...................................... 51
APPENDIX VI – PRODUCTS FROM WILD CROP HARVEST ................................................................... 58
APPENDIX VII - MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR INSPECTION .......................................................... 60
APPENDIX VIII - MANAGEMENT OF LEAF-CUTTING ANTS............................................................... 62
APPENDIX IX – APICULTURE AND APIARY PRODUCTS....................................................................... 63
APPENDIX X - CONVERSION UNDER DIFFERENT ORGANIC AGRICULTURE REGULATIONS .... 68
APPENDIX XI – ASSOCIATIONS AND GROWER GROUPS ..................................................................... 69
APPENDIX XII – ENVIRONMENTAL FEATURES ...................................................................................... 72
APPENDIX XIII – CRITERIA FOR EVALUATION OF INPUTS, ADDITIVES AND AIDS ...................... 73
APENDIX XIV – AQUACULTURE ................................................................................................................ 74
APPENDIX XV - SUSTAINABLE FISHERY ................................................................................................. 91
APPENDIX XVI – TEXTILE PROCESSING ................................................................................................ 101
APPENDIX XVII - GENETICALLY MODIFIED ORGANISMS AND THEIR PRODUCTS ................... 108
APPENDIX XVIII - PRODUCTION OF EDIBLE MUSHROOMS .............................................................. 115
APPENDIX XIX - RESTAURANTS AND CATERING SERVICES .......................................................... 118
APPENDIX XX – BRAZILIAN LEGISLATION ON ORGANIC PRODUCTS .......................................... 121
APPENDIX XXI – CERTIFICATION SCHEDULE ..................................................................................... 122
APPENDIX XXII - SOCIAL FEATURES .................................................................................................... 124
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INTRODUCTION
Reasons for and Features of these Guidelines
The totality and essence of Biodynamic Agriculture and Organic Agriculture cannot be reduced to
rules, for they always demand new answers to the different situations where they are carried out.
Nevertheless, it is necessary to define the minimum requirements a product must meet to be considered
organic or biodynamic - enabling a relationship of clear understanding and trust between producers and
consumers.
Quality Guidelines with this purpose are already used in many countries, both for organic products in
general (IFOAM Standards – International Federation of Organic Agriculture Movements) and for
biodynamic products (Demeter International). Quality seals are used added to the producer's specific
trademark so as to indicate compliance with the Guidelines, accredited by qualified certifiers.
These Guidelines, (1st. edition on October 31, 1989) applicable in the entire Brazilian territory, were
originally based on the International Biodynamic Guidelines and the IFOAM Standards and are fully
compatible with both. These Guidelines were developed by IBD CERTIFICATIONS and establish minimum
standards that are ensured by the use, according to an agreement, of the “IBD Organic” (trademark) seal for
organic products.
The Guidelines are presented herein with justifications and details, including a summary with general
information and concepts essential to the understanding of their principles.
Biodynamic Agriculture is the name of agriculture based upon the Agriculture Course by Rudolf
Steiner (1924). Generally speaking, it is not a matter of fixed or obligatory practices, but rather a way of
approaching the activity and science of agriculture leading to differentiated answers when applied to
different local situations. Therefore, an attitude of permanent learning and observation is necessary,
especially regarding nature and its changes with time.
Organic Agriculture is understood to be a wide and varied spectrum of agricultural practices, equally
adaptable according to local reality, always in accordance with biologically and ecologically sound
principles. All practices essential to Organic Agriculture are equally indispensable to Biodynamic
Agriculture. However, Organic Agriculture dispenses with some practices which are mandatory for the
recognition of Biodynamic Quality, as established in the Guidelines for the Demeter quality standard.
If anyone should consider using these Guidelines “literally”, which means formally, as laws are often
used, or even looking for eventual loopholes, pursuing only economical purposes, he will prove to be
unqualified for practicing organic/biodynamic agriculture and shall seek another way or means for
production. The prevention of this kind of misunderstanding is one of the tasks of IBD, its representatives
and inspectors.
Anyone may suggest changes to these Guidelines as long as the proposals with supporting arguments
are submitted in writing to the Standards Committee of IBD CERTIFICATIONS.
Any changes to the content of these Guidelines will be informed by mail or e-mail to all certified
companies.
Specific guidelines will be prepared for products that do not have their handling or production
features covered by these Guidelines.
These Guidelines are general, based on IFOAM standards and on EC Regulation 834/2007. For
specific markets, please contact IBD CERTIFICATIONS.
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GENERAL GUIDELINES
1.
REQUIREMENTS FOR USING THE SEAL
1.1
The trademark “IBD CERTIFICATIONS Organic", as well as the adjective “biodinâmico” and its
derivations (in Portuguese) are the registered property of Associação Beneficente Tobias, who
manages them through IBD CERTIFICATIONS (IBD).
1.2
The use of the “IBD Organic” Quality Seal depends on a written agreement between the producer and
IBD, after submission of an inspection report prepared by an IBD CERTIFICATIONS authorized
inspector.
1.3
The inspector's report will be based on a technical assessment using a standard checklist. The
inspector shall also receive soil analyses and data, as complete as possible, about the previous
management of the farm. The decontamination of the area to be certified will be confirmed by the
collection of soil samples which will be analyzed in accredited laboratories. The inspector will
perform a local assessment at least every 12 months. The visits may be unannounced or announced at
least 12 hours in advance.
1.4
Unannounced visits will represent 5% of all the visits performed yearly by IBD CERTIFICATIONS
and will be scheduled at random or by indication, whenever necessary.
1.4.1 In the case of groups, unannounced visits will follow the same proportion of 5%. The maximum
number of producers to receive unannounced visits shall be 5.
1.5
Appendix XXI describes the basic certification procedures to be followed by IBD
CERTIFICATIONS.
2.
FARM CONVERSION
2.1
Conversion is understood as the period necessary to develop a production system that is
economically viable and sustainable, ecologically sound and socially correct. This period must be
sufficient for the decontamination of the soil from residues of chemicals. However, it may not be
sufficient to improve soil fertility and recover the ecosystem balance, but it is the period in which all
the actions required to fulfill these goals are started.
2.1.1. The conversion period starts with the complete interruption of conventional management practices
(substances or methods not allowed by this standard), and its required duration depends on the target
certification standard (please see Appendix X for details). The conversion period must be verified by
IBD CERTIFICATIONS either through direct surveillance by inspections or by document review,
provided there are accurate records about the management practices; in any case IBD
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CERTIFICATIONS will consider the date of application for certification as the earliest starting
moment, except for the circumstances described in item 2.12, below.
2.2
Conversion shall be based on a Conversion Plan to be presented at the first annual inspection and
revised every year.
2.3
The Conversion Plan shall include:
a. History of the area, planted crops, fertilizers, organic pest and disease management, organic
livestock management, processing, packing and trading procedures.
b. Any aspects to be changed during the conversion period.
2.4
When only part of the property is under the conversion process, this is called Partial Conversion.
2.4.1 If the property is under partial conversion – a situation allowed for a maximum of 5 years - the
following items shall be fulfilled:
a. the conventional area shall be specifically marked to ensure its separation;
b. easy access for inspection;
c. conventional management bookkeeping and production information shall be kept separate;
d. specific allocation of tasks for organic management among staff in charge of the area;
e. cleaning of machines used for conventional production before using them in organic areas.
2.4.2 In case of partial conversion from conventional to organic production, the chosen area shall remain
the same during the entire process. The area cannot be switched.
2.4.3 During the conversion period, parallel production of annual crops will not be allowed (i.e.,
production of the same crops using conventional methods).
2.4.3.1 Exceptionally, parallel production of annual crops will be allowed if different varieties are planted in
different and delimited areas with distinct management systems.
Note: For certification under the European Regulation EEC 834/2007, exceptions for allowing
parallel production of annual crops are restricted to the following cases:
a. areas used for research or agricultural education;
b. areas for production of seeds and propagation material;
c. areas used exclusively as pasture.
2.4.3.2 For perennial crops, parallel production will be allowed provided the non organic areas involved are
part of a conversion plan which is being followed by the producer, which foresees the complete
conversion of the farm in a maximum 5 years and which has been approved by IBD, and provided
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the requirements in item 2.4.1 are complied with. Such cases may require additional inspections and
analyses during crop development and harvest and at product processing units.
2.4.3.2.1 The producer must have effective procedures for segregation of the organic and non organic
production during and after harvest. Those measures must be previously approved by IBD
CERTIFICATIONS.
2.4.3.2.2 The producer must inform IBD, at least 48 h in advance, about the date of harvest and the
estimated yield.
2.4.3.2.3 Upon completing harvest, the producer must inform IBD CERTIFICATIONS about the exact
quantities of organic and non organic produce.
2.5
The spraying equipment for conventional areas may not be used in conversion or certified areas.
2.6
The “IBD Organic” quality standard will only be recognized if these Guidelines have been complied
with for twenty-four months before the crop to be certified is planted, i.e., always before the first
planting of the crop to be certified. For certification of perennial crops, the Guidelines shall be
followed for thirty-six months after the last application of prohibited materials (starting of the
conversion period). For further details, please refer to Appendix X (for the Internal Market the terms
are: twelve months for annual crops and eighteen months for perennial crops).
2.7
If organic certification is not possible, there may be certification to the “IBD CERTIFICATIONS
Organic in Conversion” quality standard, in the following cases: crops and crop products in
conversion can be certified as “product in conversion to organic agriculture”, provided that:
a. these Guidelines have been followed for 12 months before the harvest of the crop to be
certified; and that
b. for certification to the European Regulation 834/2007, the requirements of item 4.8 - “specific
requirements for labeling crop products in conversion” - are followed.
2.8
An authorized inspector shall accompany the process and will be responsible for notifying IBD
CERTIFICATIONS about the starting moment of operator or farm surveillance.
2.9
The conversion period of an area shall not exceed five years. The same term applies to farm
conversion. Exceptions will be assessed by IBD CERTIFICATIONS.
2.10
The conversion period may be extended by IBD CERTIFICATIONS based on the recent past of the
farm management.
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2.11
Conversion rules for livestock products are described in Chapter 9.
2.12
A conversion period prior to the IBD CERTIFICATIONS surveillance period can be acknowledged
by IBD CERTIFICATIONS after inspection and review of documents that prove the following,
regarding a period of at least three years:
a. Agricultural systems used by traditional populations (production systems without the use of
prohibited products, for example), as long as no prohibited substances have been used for the
minimum period mentioned in 2.12. This confirmation shall also consider the history of the
region where the farm is located;
b. Incorporation, depending on authorization by IBD, of pastures where no prohibited products
have been used for the previous minimum period as mentioned in item 2.12;
c. Incorporation of new areas (clear areas) upon IBD CERTIFICATIONS authorization. The
clearing of new areas must be in accordance with Forestry and Environmental Laws,
authorized by the applicable authorities. (for further details, please see Appendix XII, item
1.2.2);
d. If authorized by IBD, agricultural systems developed in areas of ecological interest by private
or state programs, as long as there are adequate records that no prohibited substances have been
used for the previous minimum period mentioned in 2.12;
e. Points not referred to in the items above will be assessed by IBD;
f. Based on the analysis of the submitted documents and on the inspection report, the reduction of
the period of conversion will be accomplished in accordance with reduction periods defined by
IBD;
2.13
Areas or units that produce, process or export organic products must be clearly separated from those
that handle conventional products. If there is a conventional production, processing or exporting unit
in the same area, a description of production, processing and storage processes will be required.
2.13.1 The inspector must be able to identify the production, processing and storage areas and any other
facilities of the organic unit, guided solely by the inspection documents.
2.13.2 Storing any inputs not allowed by these Guidelines in the organic unit is prohibited.
2.13.3 Crops of the same variety in organic, organic conversion and conventional units are allowed only
under the conditions mentioned in item 2.4.1 of these Guidelines.
2.13.4 The farm or production unit manager must inform IBD CERTIFICATIONS regarding the harvest
period three weeks in advance.
2.14
If the processing unit is running conventional and organic production, the organic processing must be
completely separate from conventional production both in space and/ or time.
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3.
CONDITIONS FOR USING THE SEAL
3.1
Certification for use of the Seal may be granted in sequence, i.e., product by product, according to
crop rotation on the different fields. Certification continuation will depend on the management of the
farm as a whole. Eventual partial conversions need IBD CERTIFICATIONS approval.
3.2
Groups of farms may be certified as a single agricultural organism, as long as they actually work as
one organism, have compatible administrative structures and have been jointly inspected.
3.3
Certification of products will also consider the farmer's former experience as regards the organic
work system.
3.4
For outsourcing of production, processing or storage, the outsourcer must be properly informed about
the required quality standards and must agree to be submitted to inspections. There must be a written
agreement, which shall be evaluated by IBD CERTIFICATIONS.
3.5
In every certification agreement with IBD, a percentage or fee will be defined based on the sales of
the Seal users (producers, handlers, traders), according to the product and the market of destination,
as a contribution to the administrative costs of the Seal.
3.6
The certification agreement will be valid for one year. Revalidation is not automatic and requires a
new agreement signed by both parties, after a visit and report made by the inspector. A written
statement of the changes occurred during the year, duly signed by the farm manager, is also required.
3.7
Any cases not foreseen in the items above will be evaluated by IBD CERTIFICATIONS.
4.
IDENTIFICATION OF PACKING AND LABELING
4.1
All the labels and packages of products certified by IBD CERTIFICATIONS must be submitted to
IBD CERTIFICATIONS for prior approval before their display to the public, either for
commercialization or for tests, as they must meet the following requirements:
a. comply with the current law of the country of consumption of the product, regarding the
obligatory information on labels, identifying the products as originated from organic
agriculture;
b. the name and address of the company/person legally responsible for the product shall be clearly
printed, as well as a contact for additional information, comments, suggestions and complaints;
c.
use the "IBD Organic" seal with the term " Organic Certified Product " or "Produced with
organic products" or similar, as indicated in the items below;
d. clearly list, in order of percentage composition, all products certified by IBD, all non-certified
ingredients, all additives or processing aids used, as well as the methods used in the processing
of the food in question;
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e.
Use, for purposes of percentage calculation of composition, the weight related to each
ingredient used, divided by the net weight of the finished processed product, excluding from
these calculations water and salt added to product. If necessary, the values may be rounded
down to the next smaller whole percentage figure;
f.
identify in a general way the herbs and/or spices when they constitute less than 2% of the
composition;
g. next to the IBD CERTIFICATIONS seal, inform the code of the operator, association or
company.
4.2
The “IBD Organic” seal may only be used on packages of products that contain at least 95% organic
certified ingredients (please see Appendix V).
4.3
There are special labeling requirements for products with organic ingredient content between 70%
and 95%. These products may display the expression "made with organic ingredients" on the main
label, clearly indicating which products are certified by IBD, with letters that must be of the same
type, color and size as any other indications of the list of ingredients. All other previously mentioned
conditions are valid and the following shall be observed:
a. There shall not be more than three organic products listed;
b. the same ingredient must not be used in both organic and non-organic form;
c. The use of the IBD CERTIFICATIONS seal must be restricted to the list of certified
substances, clearly and exclusively, so as not to allow any interpretation errors regarding the
certification of the product itself and that of the other ingredients.
d. All additives and aids must be in conformity with Appendix V.
Obs.: this classification is not applicable to the European Community, as it is not acknowledged by CE
Regulation 834/2007.
4.4
Products with organic ingredient content between 70% and 50% cannot display the term "organic" or
similar, or the "IBD CERTIFICATIONS Organic" seal on their package. Only the expression
"organic product certified by IBD" may be shown accompanying the certified ingredients.
Obs.: this classification is not applicable to the European Community, as it is not acknowledged by CE
Regulation 834/2007.
4.5
Cases not foreseen in the previous items will be evaluated by IBD CERTIFICATIONS.
4.6
Organic food cannot be labeled as GMO free.
4.7
Conventional products cannot be placed in packages (including bags for raw material) identified as
“organic products”
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4.8
Labeling for the European Community (in compliance with Article 23 of Regulation 834/2007):
Labeling and presentation of living or unprocessed agricultural products can only include terms
referring to organic agriculture if all ingredients in those products have been produced in compliance
with the European Regulation requirements. Labeling and presentation of processed products can
include terms referring to organic agriculture:
a. on the main panel on the label or the name of the product (sales name), provided that:
i) the processed food is in compliance with Article 19;
ii) at least 95 %, in weight, of the agricultural ingredients are organic;
b. only on the list of ingredients, provided that the processed food is compliant with item 1 of
Article 19 and sub-items a), b) and d) of item 2 in the same Article;
c. on the list of ingredients and on next to the name of the product, provided that:
i)
the main ingredient is a game or fishing product;
ii)
the product includes other ingredients of agricultural origin, all of them organic;
iii) the food is compliant with item 1 of Article 19 and sub-items a), b) and d) of item 2 in the
same Article.
d. The list of ingredients shall indicate which ingredients are organic.
e. When cases b) and c), as described above, are applicable, any term referring to organic
production can only refer to the organic ingredients, and the list of ingredients shall include the
information about the total percentage of agricultural ingredients.
f. Terms referring to organic production and the percentage of organic ingredients shall be
displayed in the same color, size and type of letter used for the other information on the
ingredient list.
g. Terms referring to organic production can not be used for any product whose label or
presentation informs or shall inform that it contains GMOs, is constituted by GMOs or has
been obtained from GMOs.
4.8.1 Specific Labeling Requirements for EC, for crop products in conversion (in compliance with Article
62 of Regulation 899/2008): Crop products in conversion can display the information «product in
conversion to organic agriculture», provided that:
a. there has been a conversion period of at least 12 months before the harvest;
b. this information is displayed in color, size and letter style not more highlighted than the
product’s name; this entire information shall be written in the same size of letter.
c. the product contains only one agricultural ingredient;
d. this information is connected to the registration number of the accredited certifier.
4.8.2. Specific labeling requirements for EC, for feed (in compliance with Article 59 and 60 of Regulation
889/07 – not applicable to pet food and feed for fur animal):
Labeling and presentation of feed can only include terms referring to organic agriculture if all
ingredients of plant or animal origin are from the organic production method and at least 95 % of the
product’s dry matter is comprised of such ingredients.
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Subject to the requirements of thereafter item 9.5 (Feeding), the following statement is permitted in
the case of products comprising variable quantities of feed materials from the organic production
method and/or feed materials from products in conversion to organic farming and/or products as
referred to in Apendice III:
“may be used in organic production in accordance with Regulations (EC) No 834/2007 and (EC) No
889/2008”.
5.
GENERAL STRUCTURE OF THE FARM AS AGRICULTURAL ORGANISM
5.1
According to the principles of organic agriculture, every farm, or any other kind of agricultural unit,
shall be, as much as possible, an organism where different activities complement and support each
other. The key point for such agriculture is the use of fertilization that enlivens the soil, raising and/or
maintaining it as a living and fertile organism. Since animal manure is an essential part of organic
fertilization, animal breeding shall be a part of the agricultural enterprise whenever possible, as well
as the production of fodder for such animals. Crop residues, recycling and regeneration are also
elements used in organic fertilization.
5.2
The concept of an agricultural organism presupposes crop diversity. Either according to the
Agriculture Course of Rudolf Steiner or to purely ecological principles, there is no possibility of
either biodynamic or organic monocultures. Diversity is, therefore, an indispensable factor on the
farm that applies for the use of these seals. Such diversity may be attained through many ways
(consortiums, rotation, forestation, etc.) which will be different in every case.
5.3
Similarly, it is essential that the organic farm adopts correct procedures concerning soil protection
and conservation, to prevent erosion and minimize loss of soils. Such measures may include, but are
not limited to: direct planting, minimum tillage, contour lines planting, maintenance of plant, straw
and culture residues soil cover, sowing of appropriate varieties, etc. The number of animals on the
farm shall be adequate to avoid leading to soil degradation. Also, the management adopted for any
crop or livestock rearing shall ensure that the soil remains covered with vegetation during the largest
part of the year.
5.3.1
In addition to soil protection, water resources will have to be protected as well, in order to avoid
destruction of the surroundings and excessive use. Water quality will have to be preserved.
Whenever possible, rain water shall be recycled and the general use of water shall be monitored.
5.3.2
All the waste existing or produced at the farm shall be placed in adequate locations to avoid
contamination of the environment.
5.4
Borders between biodynamic or organic farms and conventional properties must be well marked
according to the following distance from certified property, to avoid potential risks of contamination:
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a. Border areas with physical vegetal barriers (break winds) and with either back or mechanized
spraying. Minimum distance: 10 meters. These distances shall be evaluated and approved by
the inspector in each case;
b. Border areas without physical vegetal barriers (break winds) and with either back or
mechanized spraying. Minimum distance: 20 meters. These distances shall be evaluated and
approved by the inspector in each case;
c. Border areas with aerial spraying. Minimum distance: 100 meters. These distances shall be
evaluated and approved by the inspector in each case.
5.5
The concept of "ecological" necessarily includes human aspects. Organic Agriculture shall be in
accordance with the criteria defined by IFOAM: “ecologically sustainable, economically viable, and
socially fair agriculture". Therefore, in order to be recognized as organic, instead of merely pursuing
the fulfillment of economic objectives, a company or a farm must aim at meeting the needs of society
in at least three points:
a. offer healthy products;
b. care for the earth and other natural resources;
c. Provide the opportunity of human development to all persons involved with work in the
company.
5.6
All human issues must be in conformity with Appendix XXII – Social Aspects.
5.7
All issues related to the environment must be in conformity with Appendix XII –
Aspects.
6.
FERTILIZATION
6.1
The basic means of soil fertilization is the use of organic manure (animal manure and plant wastes);
whenever necessary, mineral supplements may be used (ground rocks).
6.2
In tropical regions, mineral supplementation is very often needed. However, it must be observed that:
Environmental
6.2.1 Mineral does not mean synthetic and only the use of natural minerals (ground rocks, special soil, etc.)
will be allowed, such as rock phosphate, limestone, basalt powder, agriculture gypsum etc. in
accordance with Appendix I.
6.2.2 Such mineral supplements must be used according to local needs and there must be documental proof
that justifies the use of the inputs, in accordance with Appendix I.
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6.2.3 Ideally, such minerals should be vitalized or integrated into the living cycles. Therefore, they shall be
submitted to compost or fermentation (in the case of liquid manure or leachate) together with plant
wastes and/or manure or any other equivalent process until biological stabilization is achieved.
6.2.4 The use of synthetic nitrogen compounds (as well as urea, Chile Petra, etc.) shall be excluded.
6.3
Mere mineral complementation does not ensure the obtaining of the Organic Quality Seal. The use of
at least one of the following types of organic manure is indispensable (of course the use of several
such types is desirable):
a. livestock manure (particularly bovine manure due to its special properties), either compost or
as barn manure ("cow-bed");
b. liquid manure or leachate, treated and bio-stabilized whenever possible;
c. plant waste compost (with or without animal manure);
d. surface compost, i.e., plant matter recycled over the fields, such as green manure, mulch, etc.
6.4
The use of organic fertilizers bought outside the farm (commercial organic fertilizers, straw, poultry
and swine manure, etc.) is allowed under the following conditions:
6.4.1 The use of supplementary organic fertilizers or natural minerals is only allowed in case it is not
possible to supply appropriate nutrition to the plants or soil conditioning, when the methods referred
to in item 6.3 may be used.
6.4.2 The material must be proven free of harmful residues, mainly chemicals and heavy metals (please
refer to item 6.5 and Appendix I).
6.4.3 The amount of nitrogen brought into a crop by the use of such fertilizers must be no greater than the
amount brought in by compost, barn manure (solid or liquid) or green manure produced in the farm,
some of which must always be present, for they are responsible for the typical quality of organic
products. Higher quantities will be tolerated if supervised by IBD CERTIFICATIONS.
6.4.3.1 The application of animal manure will be limited to 170 kg N/ha/year for perennial and annual crops.
Exceptions may be granted after the submission of a technical justification. Vegetables, due to their
short cycle and multiple crops during the year, do not have a stipulated limit; however a technical
justification must be submitted regarding the amount applied, including a recent chemical analysis of
the soil nutrient contents and/or foliar analysis.
6.4.4 The use of fertilizers obtained from human feces, urban wastes or sewerage is strictly forbidden except, eventually, in non-food projects (forestry, decorative, etc.) under the supervision of IBD
CERTIFICATIONS.
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6.5
The use of poultry manure (poultry litter or pure manure) and swine manure originated from
conventional agro-industrial (intensive) production located in the farm under certification, or from
other areas, will only be allowed if the material has been previously treated by composting or liquid
fermentation with a bio-fertilizer. The percentage of manure that will be used in composting or biofertilizing will be defined in the technical justification, considering the other inputs to be used in its
preparation. Manure originated from extensive or semi-intensive livestock production (maximum of
2 AU/ha, swine and poultry with access to pasture, poultry not confined in cages) may be used
without a composting process, a simple fermentation being sufficient. The use of manure in a nonauthorized manner must be previously approved by IBD CERTIFICATIONS. (Please see Table 1).
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Table 1: Types of input and conditions for use
Type of input
Specific Conditions
General Conditions
1. Corral manure or Corral manure or bedding from 1. The need of using the material
bedding
without conventional
production:
use must be justified to the certifier.
composting
without composting process, or only
fermented will be allowed only if
the production system is semiintensive or extensive. Exceptions
may
be
granted
by
IBD
CERTIFICATIONS
certification
management,
depending
on
technical justification.
2. Fermented corral Manure
from
conventional The kind and origin of the animals
manure and poultry properties
with
intensive must be informed.
bedding
management (agro-industrial): use
will only be allowed if the material
is composted or fermented (with
leachate/ bio-fertilizer) and if the
farm where the manure comes from
has an agricultural area.
3. Compost of
animal
manure
including poultry
manure, manure of
poultry
bedding
and/or composted
corral manure
The material may be used if it comes
from farms that are in organic
conversion process.
4. Leachate and
liquid excrement or
liquid compost
The limit for the use of input is
determined
by the maximum amount of Nitrogen
allowed, stipulated in 170 kg/ha/year
in compliance
with the EEC Regulation. Exceptions
may
be
granted
by
IBD
CERTIFICATIONS
certification
management depending on technical
justification
6.5.1 The use of manure from conventional production will be allowed as long as there has been no
pesticide application, regardless whether the material was composted or not. For poultry bedding, the
sawdust used cannot be treated with any chemical substance forbidden by these guidelines. For the
acquisition of manure or sawdust from unknown origin, the supplier must send IBD
CERTIFICATIONS a statement that products forbidden by these guidelines will not be applied/used
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directly on its products. In case of doubt regarding any of the materials used, a sample will be
collected for pesticide analysis.
6.5.2 The use of swine or poultry bedding manure may occur by the processes of laminar composting, pile
composting or bio-fertilizer. However, for laminar composting, item 6.5.1 of these guidelines is
obligatory. For a laminar composting process the manure must be previously fermented. The
application of green (fresh) manure is not allowed. The incorporation will have to be performed
jointly with green materials and the interval between the incorporation and the following sowing or
planting of the main crop has to be described in the organic production plan, which must be approved
by IBD CERTIFICATIONS management. The organic plan will have to specify the material used for
cover and the origin and amount of straw and manure.
Note: Laminar composting is defined as composting performed directly in the production area, where
the manure is incorporated together with local vegetation (such as green manure crops or weeds).
6.5.3 The compost must be prepared in a place reserved for that specific purpose.
6.6
Every purchase of any fertilizing or management materials made outside the farm, either of mineral
or organic origin, must be authorized, prior to use, by IBD CERTIFICATIONS. Manure and
purchased materials suspected of contamination by chemicals shall be fermented/composted and be
free from chemical residues or heavy metals, in accordance with the indexes in Appendix I for heavy
metals. If there is a need to use any doubtful products or any that are not authorized in these
Guidelines, IBD CERTIFICATIONS shall be notified before use and the case will be evaluated
jointly. The use of any substances forbidden by IBD CERTIFICATIONS will result in the loss of
certification for two years, except in cases of prior authorization.
6.7
The use of additives to organic fertilizers is restricted only to those substances allowed in Appendix
I. Therefore, the use of synthetic mineral fertilizers such as Chile Petre, urea, and partially soluble
mineral fertilizers is forbidden. Thus, the use of bacteria and fungi modified by genetic engineering
or other transgenic products as fertilizers is also forbidden.
6.8
Formulated fertilizers shall only contain the substances indicated in Appendix I. Other components
of the formula shall obligatorily meet the criteria established in the Guidelines for the IBD Input
Approval Program.
7.
CONTROL OF PESTS AND
CONTAMINATION CONTROL
7.1
Monoculture and the excessive availability of nutrients in solution, especially nitrogen, are the most
important reasons why crops are susceptible to pests and diseases. Organic management naturally
excludes such conditions and provides the agricultural organism with good resistance against attacks
by fungi, bacteria, virus and pests. Health of the agricultural organism as a whole is, therefore, the
main answer to the problem of pests and diseases.
DISEASES,
GROWTH
REGULATORS
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7.1.1
7.2
In order to reduce susceptibility to pests and diseases, the producers shall use seeds and planting
stock of good quality and from varieties that are appropriate for local conditions.
The use of any products or methods, synthetic or not (such as insecticides, fungicides, herbicides,
irradiation etc.), which are not listed as allowed in Appendix II (“Methods and Agents Allowed in
Plant and Animal Production and for Cleaning facilities and Equipments"). The use of such is
prohibited for both control and prevention of pests, diseases or weeds, as well as during storage of
products. To use any substance not allowed by these guidelines IBD CERTIFICATIONS must be
previously notified in order to evaluate the substance according to the specific Guideline for the IBD
Program of Input Approval.
7.2.1 If the unit is under Partial Conversion the products prohibited for organic agriculture must be stored
as follows:
a. Totally separated, in different facilities from the organic inputs and clearly identified.
b. Outside the area of organic production.
7.2.2 When substances, except pheromones, are used in traps, the traps must prevent the substances from
being released into the environment and coming into direct contact with the organic crop or product.
After the use, the traps must be collected and disposed of safely.
7.3
(eliminated)
7.4
In case of heavy attacks or infestations (in storage as well) emergency measures that exceed the ones
suggested in these Guidelines must be immediately informed to IBD CERTIFICATIONS. We
suggest that such measures be studied in advance, together with IBD, so that the amplitude and depth
of their impact may be reduced to a minimum. For additional information on products allowed,
please refer to Appendix II.
7.5
In case of application of synthetic agrochemicals (such as fungicides or insecticides) on an area, its
products will not be allowed to carry the seal for two years. The fodder from such a field meant for
the production of food of animal origin will be considered purchased fodder.
7.6
Cases of contamination by pesticides due to wind drift, heavy rain or even accidental sprays shall
receive special attention. If residues of toxic materials are found in routine analyses, certification
will be immediately discontinued until the causes of contamination are identified. Re-certification
may occur later if justifiable.
7.6.1 If any manner of contamination is suspected, sampling of soil, water or product will be performed for
analysis of potential contaminants by an authorized laboratory.
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7.7
Thermal control of weeds and physical methods to control pests, diseases and weeds will be allowed.
Thermal sterilization of soils to control pests and diseases is restricted to those circumstances in
which it is not possible to perform a proper crop rotation or soil renewal. For the use of such a
method, it is necessary to request specific authorization from IBD CERTIFICATIONS.
7.8
The use of synthetic growth regulators is prohibited.
7.9
For the covering and protection of structures, plastic covers for hay, pruning, nets against insects and
packing of silage, only products made of polyethylene, polypropylene or other polycarbonates will
be allowed. These products shall be removed from the soil after use and must not be burned on the
farm. The use of products made of polychloride is prohibited.
7.10
Every organic operation’s Management Plan must include positive processes and / or mechanisms to
control significant pests, diseases and weeds, under normal management conditions.
8.
SEEDLINGS AND SEEDS
8.1
Seedlings and seeds (including vegetables and greens) must come from organic and/or biodynamic
nurseries. If unavailable or not in accordance with state and federal laws in force, IBD
CERTIFICATIONS must be previously informed. Exceptions may be evaluated by IBD, in case of
non-availability of organic material verified by producer, and authorization may be granted for a
maximum period of one year.
8.2
Propagation may be based on generative propagation (seeds) as well as vegetative propagation
derived from various plant organs, for example:

Partitioned tubers, scales, husks, bulbs, bulbils, broods, etc;

Layer, cut, and graft shoots;

Rhizomes;

Meristem cultures.
8.3
The use of seeds, seedlings or vegetal material with chemical treatment is forbidden. If that is
impossible in the case of vegetables or greens or if it disrespects state and federal laws in force, IBD
CERTIFICATIONS must be previously informed. Exceptions may be evaluated by IBD, in case of
non-availability verified by producer of non-treated material and authorization may be granted for a
maximum period of one year. However, no exception can be granted for the European standard (EC)
834/2007.
8.4
The use of GMO seeds, or those produced by means of genetic engineering, is forbidden. For organic
plant breeders, technical interventions into the genome of plants (such as ionizing radiations, transfer
of isolated DNA, RNA or proteins), technical interventions into isolated cells (such as genetic
engineering, destruction of cell walls and disintegration of cell nuclei through cytoplast fusion), and
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techniques that reduce or inhibits the germination capacity (such as so-called “terminator”
technologies), are prohibited.
8.5
Although not required by these Guidelines, farmers are suggested to:
a. participate in the recovery of local or traditional threatened varieties;
b. pay greater attention to the production of organic and/or biodynamic seeds that are not
sufficient worldwide.
8.6
In order to be certified as organic, vegetal propagation materials and seeds must have been propagated
with organic management for a period of one generation, in case of annual cultures or, in case of
perennial cultures, for two vegetative periods, as long as this period is not less than 18 months.
8.7
Specifically for IFOAM certification, all multiplication practices on the farm, except meristem
culture, shall be under organic management. Organic plant breeders shall disclose the breeding
techniques and make it publically available at the latest when starting marketing of the seeds. In
addition, vegetal propagation materials, bedding materials and substrates shall only consist of
substances listed in Appendix I and II.
9.
LIVESTOCK BREEDING AND LIVESTOCK PRODUCTS
9.1
General Principles
9.1.1 Animal management must be considered as an integrated part of a diversified farming organism.
9.1.2 Livestock breeding must contribute to cover demand of animal manure for the agricultural activities
at the farm, creating a recycling relationship between soil, plant and animal. According to this
concept, livestock breeding should not exceed the capacity of support of the pasture, otherwise it is
better that the fodder used be provided by other certified farms. There must be sustainability between
livestock production and the production of fodder.
9.1.3 By combining the use of leguminous plants, fodder and manure, a relationship between agricultural
and livestock farming is created, which will allow the existence of pasture and agriculture systems
favorable to long-term conservation and improvement of soil fertility.
9.1.4 Breeding management shall take into consideration the natural behavior of the animal.
9.1.5 As for the use of medicines, please refer to item 9.8 and Appendix IV.
9.1.6 Species and animal races chosen shall be adapted to local conditions.
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9.2
Conversion
In order to be able to trade animal products (milk and dairy products, meat and by-products) with the “IBD
Organic” Seal, the following conditions are to be observed:
9.2.1 Pastures and fodder: must be converted according to the guidelines for agriculture (please see
Chapter 2). Pastureland may have its conversion period reduced to twelve months if at least in the
previous 3 years (to be proven through documents and analyses) no products prohibited in these
Guidelines have been used.
9.2.2 The animals that already existed at the farm and their suckling will have to go through a period of
conversion simultaneous to that of the farm, as long as the following minimum and continuous
conversion periods are respected, in accordance with each kind of animal.
a. Any animals for slaughter must spend at least:
i. For the EC 2091/92 standard: two years (24 months) in organic management;
ii. For the IFOAM standard: one year (12 months) in organic management.
b. Any animals for milk production must spend the whole pregnancy preceding lactation in
organic management;
c. Laying hens must spend at least 42 days in organic management. For IFOAM certification
laying hens must be organically managed from 2 days old.
9.2.3 Properties that are converting to the organic system and wish to initiate the activity of cattle breeding
may buy animals of any origin without organic certification and convert them simultaneously to the
areas of fodder production, pasture, meeting all the requirements of the conversion periods, both for
land and for animals. Any animals bought after the conversion period, however, will be subject to the
requirements of item 9.3.2.
9.3
Origin of animals
9.3.1 The establishment of a native herd adapted to an organic system of production included in the farm
organism must be seen as an aim to be pursued. Embryo transplants and the use of animals
genetically modified through genetic engineering are forbidden.
9.3.2 The animals must come from organic production units. When organic animals are not available, IBD
CERTIFICATIONS may authorize the purchase of conventional animals for organic certification,
respecting the following age limits:
a. Poultry for meat: two days.
b. Piglets, until six weeks after weaning.
c. Laying hens: eighteen weeks (restricted until December 31, 2017 for European Regulation
(EC)889/08).
d. Other fowl: two weeks.
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e. Dairy calves: only calves less than eight months old and after natural weaning, as long as they
are being specially fed with whole milk.
Note: for the IFOAM Standard, dairy calves from non-organic origin cannot be purchased above the
age of 4 weeks, and for the European Standard, the maximum age limit is 6 months; in any case, the
calves’ diet must have consisted mainly of full milk.
General rule: equines and beef cattle must be managed organically since birth. As of January 1st 2009
all calves must be of organic origin.
9.3.3 Calves acquired from others properties must have been born in organic certified areas or of matrices
that have been introduced into the organic system at least three months before the birth of the calves.
9.3.4 The purchase of animals for herd renewal (matrices) will be permitted for a maximum of 10% of the
herd for bovines, goats, equines and swine. Higher percentages will be authorized in case of climatic
catastrophe, expansion of lots and introduction of a different kind of management.
9.3.5 The purchase of beef cattle for fattening may exceed the above mentioned rate but needs to meet the
requirements of item 9.3.2.
9.4
Management
9.4.1 All livestock production must take into consideration the needs of each species as regards space,
movement, aeration, protection against excessive direct sunlight, access to water and fodder,
characteristic behavior patterns, and flock/herd size, in order to avoid stress. See item 9.4.3 and Table
3 for details.
9.4.2 For poultry that require artificial light, the duration of extended artificial illumination shall not
exceed a maximum that respects the natural behavior, and state of health of the animals, according to
local climate. In any case, a minimum continuous 8 hours daily rest from exposure to artificial light
shall be respected.
9.4.3 Any animals must always have access to open areas (outdoor run), even when temporarily confined.
Minimum internal, external and other features of lodging areas of the different species and types of
production are described in tables 2 and 3.
9.4.3.1
Herbivore animals must always have access to pasture.
9.4.4 To over-fertilize pastures by placing an excessive number of animals before starting the certification
process, with the objective of improving the production of green manure, is forbidden.
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9.4.5 Enough natural light, in accordance with the needs of the animals, is necessary in any building where
animals are kept, as well as protection against extreme temperatures, sunlight, wind and rain. The
facilities will have to permit regulation of cooling, ventilation, minimization of dust, temperature,
humidity and concentration of gases.
9.4.6 Rabbits and swine shall not be kept in cages and natural materials shall be used as litter.
9.4.7 There shall be no use of construction materials or production equipment that affect human or animal
health.
9.4.8 Mutilation is allowed only for maiming young animals and for castration. Other types of mutilations,
such as cutting of beaks, wings, teeth, ears and tails are forbidden.
9.4.9 Poultry shall not be kept in cages and no system of animal management that does not include an area
for exercise or pasture will be accepted.
9.4.10 The use of cages for maternity of swine is forbidden. Projects using this structure shall get in touch
with IBD CERTIFICATIONS in order to decide the terms to adjust the structures in each case.
9.4.11 Pasture areas shall be managed to allow a rotation making their recovery viable.
9.4.12 Calves will be managed in systems based on whole organic or biodynamic milk. In emergency cases
other alternative sources, such as non-organic milk or milk substitutes may be used as long as they
are free from antibiotics or synthetic additives. The use of alternative sources must be authorized by
the Certifier (IBD).
9.4.13 Animals have to be protected against predators and wild animals.
9.4.14 Animal reproduction must be natural. Artificial insemination is permitted. Embryo transplants and
cloning are forbidden.
.
9.4.15 To keep animals tied up is forbidden, except for milking, specific sanity management or for
dangerous animals.
9.4.16 Calves, young or adult animals, as well as other species that live in herds shall not be kept isolated
from others after the age of two weeks. IBD CERTIFICATIONS may grant exceptions for males,
sick animals or females next to the moment of parturition.
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9.4.17 The weaning of young animals will occur only after having been fed their mothers’ milk or organic
milk of their own species for a period that considers the relevant behavior of the species.
Exceptions: if organic milk is not available, non-organic milk may be supplied. Milk substitutes may only
be used in cases of emergency and if they contain no antibiotics, synthetic additives or products used for
animal slaughter.
9.4.18 Female swine and swine for fattening shall have access to pasture areas. The closing of pigsties is
justified in favorable climatic conditions.
9.4.19 Industrial cattle breeding without agricultural area or pasture is forbidden.
9.4.20 Where animals require bedding, adequate natural materials shall be provided.
Table 2: Confinement of bovine, ovine and swine animals.
Internal area
(net area available to animals)
Bovines and equines for meat
production
Minimum live
weight (kg)
Up to 100 kg
(m²/animal)
External area
(moving area - except
pasture)
(m²/animal)
1.5
1.1
Over 100 kg
1.5 m²/100 kg of
live weight
6
10
1.5 per female
sheep/goat
minimum 1 m²/100 kg of
live weight
4. 5
30
2.5
0.35 per male
sheep/goat
2.0 with 0.5 m² per male
sheep/goat
2.5
Up to 50
7.5 per female
swine
0.8
Up to 85
1.1
0.8
Up to 110
1.3
0.1
Dairy cows
Bulls for breeding
Sheep and goats
Female swine with litter of pigs
up to 40 days
Swine for meat production
Suckling pigs
Swine for breeding
Over 40 days and 0,6
up to 30 kg
2.5 per female
6.0 per male
0.6
0,4
1.9
8.0
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Table 3: Confinement of poultry
Covered area
(net area available to the animals)
Pasture**
m² Number of animals
available
area per lot
for rotation/head
Number of Cm
of
animals/m² perch per Nest
animal
Laying hens
06 animals 0.18 m of 08 hens per 2 m² / head
per m²
perch
nest.
10,000
Nest
of
shared use
120 cm²/hen
Poultry for
production
meat 10 fowl/m² (with maximum 21kg live 2 m² per poultry 10,000
weight/m²)
for fattening
(in fixed lodging)
20 baby chicks/m² (only for baby 2 m² per duck
chicken)
5 m² per turkey
7 m² per goose
Poultry for
production
meat
2.5 m²
50* in henhouses with 30 kg live
weight/m² maximum
(in mobile lodging)
*For mobile lodging only, with an area of less than 150 m² remaining open overnight
**The number of animals per pasture area must never deposit, in manure, more than the limit of 170 kg of
N/ha/year.
9.5
Feeding
9.5.1 Forced feeding is forbidden.
9.5.2 Animal feeding must be 100% organic.
a. All newborn mammals must be fed with mother milk or substitute milk (equines and bovines at
least three months, ovine and goats forty-five days and swine forty days);
b. At least 60% of the feed for herbivores and 20% of the feed for pigs and poultry shall come
from the farm itself or be produced in cooperation with other certified farms in that region.
c. The use of oilseed cakes, meals, cocoa or citrus pulps and other similar products will be
allowed provided that those materials are from known origin (free from contamination by
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pesticide and solvent residues) and non GMO. Feed produced from animal residues (poultry
litter, meat meal, blood meal, bone meal and others) are completely excluded, except for fish,
crustaceans and their products.
d. Use of conventional feed: conventional feed can only be used for a limited period and in
relation to a specific area by individual operators, in situations where organic feed is not
available in adequate quantity or quality due to forage production loss for reasons out of the
operator’s control such as exceptional meteorological conditions, outbreak of infectious
diseases, contamination with toxic substances, fires, floods and similar; the period of such
permission will be determined by the certifier accordingly to 9.5. 3 e 9.5.4.)
e. Use of feed in conversion:
i. For the European standard (in compliance with regulation 889, Article 21), feed in
conversion can be added up to de 30 % of the feed composition (percentage calculated
annually upon dry matter of crop feed).
ii. If such feed is produced on the production unit itself, this percentage can be raised to
60 %.
iii. Up to 20 % of the total average amount of feed offered to the animals can come from
pasture or from harvesting of permanent pastures or from perennial forage fields in
their first year of conversion, provided those are part of that same production unit and
have not been part of an organic production unit of the same company in the last 5
years.
iv. For IBD CERTIFICATIONS standard, if the material comes from an area in
conversion on the same production unit, the addition is possible up to 60% of dry
matter.
9.5.3 Feeding ruminants
a. For ruminants, fodder shall correspond to 60% of the daily feed (expressed in dry matter). In
the three first months for cows in lactation this percentage can be 50%;
b. The winter feeding for bovines shall be as diversified as possible. Ideally, one should use
winter pasture, grain and fodder production areas, tubers, silage, hay etc. Other feedstuff shall
be considered as complements.
c. Very young ruminant offspring (before the rumen is developed) is considered monogastric
animals.
d. If the need to use conventional feedstuff is proved, IBD CERTIFICATIONS can grant the
following exception, upon review of individual cases: the commingling of conventional
products will be allowed up to 10% of the dry matter needed daily.
e. No exception to the above can be granted for the European standard (EC) 834/2007, for
herbivores.
9.5.3.1 The final fattening phase of adult bovines for meat production may take place indoors, provided that
this indoors period does not exceed one fifth of their lifetime and in any case for a maximum period
of three months.
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9.5.4 Feeding monogastric animals
a. Products of non-organic origin used for daily feeding must not exceed 15% of dry matter
ingested by the animal in one year. The supply of this non-organic feed may be concentrated in
certain periods, as long as the total required during one day never exceeds 25%. Noncontaminated milk, soy cake, bran, natural fats, yeast, fish meal and bone meal are permitted.
However, for a period of six weeks before slaughter the animals shall not receive fish meal.
b. For the European Standard, for porcine and poultry, the use of a limited proportion of nonorganic protein feed is allowed exceptionally under the following conditions, in accordance
with the Regulation (CE) 889/2008, Article 43:
i. The maximum percentage of non-organic protein feed authorized per period of 12
months shall be 5% for calendar years 2015, 2016, 2017.
ii. the figures shall be calculated annually as a percentage of the dry matter of feed from
agricultural origin.each case will be assessed individually by IBD CERTIFICATIONS
in order to check whether the requirements are met to grant an exception according to
regulation (CE) 834/2007, Article 22;
iii. each exception will be granted for a period of 12 months.
c. For fowl, daily feeding shall contain 65% of grains.
d. The daily feeding for swine and fowl must contain fresh fodder, silage, or hay.
e. Swine fattening will be allowed in confinement form as long as this phase does not exceed 30
days and that the animals have access to the exercise area.
f. All foodstuff purchased must be free of antibiotics, urea (or other nitrogenated synthetic
components) and other additives such as growth promoters, synthetic appetite enhancers,
preservatives, artificial colorants, animal residues, manure, pure amino acids, GMOs
(transgenic) or their derivatives. When choosing foodstuff to be purchased, special attention
shall be paid to the quality of the product, which shall be compatible with organic standards. In
case of doubt, please get in touch with IBD CERTIFICATIONS.
g. The use of ingredients obtained from synthetic sources, such as vitamins and micronutrient
supplements is not allowed. Exceptions may be made by the Certifier (IBD) in specific cases.
For the preparation of foodstuff and its additives please see Appendix III.
9.5.5 Fattening practices shall be reversible at any stage of the rearing process.
9.5.6 The feeding of herbivore animals must be based on maximum possible use of grazing pasturage.
9.6
(eliminated )
9.7
(eliminated)
9.8
Sanitary procedures and medicines
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9.8.1 Animal health care and their wellbeing depend on following the preventive principles given below:
a. Choice of an appropriate, adapted and resistant race;
b. Proper animal management, satisfying race needs and promoting resistance to diseases and
infections;
c. Supply of food with highly biological value. Exercise and pasture rotation stimulating natural
resistance and immunity of the animals;
d. Management in densities /m² or hectare allowing the wellbeing of animals and preventing
health problems.
9.8.2 With the above measures it shall be possible to manage the animals in a natural way, limiting most
health problems. If therapeutic measures are necessary, these shall be as natural as possible.
Synthetic medicines shall be the last resource, without causing the animals any unnecessary
suffering, even if such a practice leads to the loss of organic certification.
9.8.3 Treatment of injured animals or those treated with synthetic medicines, whenever allowed by the
management system, shall be in a completely separate area from healthy animals.
9.8.4 Application and use of veterinary medicines in organic management follow these principles:
a. use of phytotherapic products, homeopathic medicines, acupuncture and minerals as a priority;
b. in case the problem or illness has no solution, synthetic medicines or antibiotics may be used,
always monitored by the veterinary in charge;
c. the preventive application of allopathic synthetic medicines or antibiotics is forbidden;
d. hormones to induce heat or stimulate productivity, besides growth promoters such as
antibiotics or cocciodiostatic drugs are forbidden;
e. vaccines enforced by law are permitted; prophylactic vaccines are also permitted in cases of
endemic or epidemic diseases in the region;
f.
induction to parturition is not allowed, except when applied to animals in case of specific
medical reasons or recommendation by the veterinarian.
g. Further regulations regarding veterinary medicines can be found in Appendix IV.
9.8.5 Animals treated with synthetic allopathic medicines or antibiotics shall be
case of large animals, individually.
isolated by lot, or, in
9.8.6 All medicines given to animals shall be recorded, as well as stock control of medicines purchased
and used on the farm. IBD CERTIFICATIONS shall ideally be consulted prior to any application of
medicines. In case of forbidden or restricted chemotherapy drugs this contact is indispensable.
Application of such medicines shall be monitored and authorized by medical prescription.
9.8.7 The withdrawal period for animals treated with allopathic synthetic medicines or antibiotics must be
twice the time recommended by the manufacturer. And never less than 48 hours.
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9.8.8 If a livestock lot is treated with allopathic synthetic medicines or antibiotics more than 3 times it will
lose its certification and must re-start the conversion period.
9.8.9 When poultry is managed in batches, the building and open run area will be completely emptied of
animals between the different batches of poultry: buildings and fittings will be cleaned and
disinfected, and open run area will be left empty to allow vegetation to grow back.
9.9
Transport, slaughter and marketing
9.9.1 Transport and slaughter shall minimize as much as possible animal stress (including time for resting).
The distance to the slaughterhouse shall be the shortest possible. Means of transport must be
adequate to each animal species. Animals must be fed preferably with organic food and have water at
their disposal during transport and at the slaughterhouse, according to climate and distance. Contact
with already slaughtered animals must be avoided. Animals must be stunned before slaughter, the use
of carbon dioxide is forbidden. The use of electric shock to conduct animals is forbidden, as well as
slow and ritualistic methods. Chemically synthesized stimulants or tranquillizers cannot be used
before or during transport. Animals of different genders shall not, if possible, be transported together,
and the transport must be performed peacefully.
9.9.2 Along all stages there shall be a person responsible for the animals’ welfare.
9.9.3
Handling during transport and slaughter will be as gentle and calm as possible. Electric batons and
other similar devices are forbidden.
9.9.4 The transport of animals from the farm to the slaughterhouse must not exceed eight hours.
Exceptions may occur if the operator presents justifications and explains how stress will be
minimized.
9.9.5 For the European Standard 834/2007, in order to prevent the use of intensive rearing methods,
poultry shall either be reared until they reach a minimum age or else shall come from slow-growing
poultry strains. Where slow-growing poultry strains are not used by the operator, the following
minimum age at slaughter shall be:
a. 81 days for chickens,
b. 150 days for capons,
c. 49 days for Peking ducks,
d. 70 days for female Muscovy ducks,
e. 84 days for male Muscovy ducks,
f. 92 days for Mallard ducks,
g. 94 days for guinea fowl,
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h. 140 days for male turkeys and roasting geese and
i. 100 days for female turkeys.
9.9.6 Before selling any animal or animal product as organic, the producer must inform IBD
CERTIFICATIONS about the use of medicinal products for the animals concerned. This information
must include: identification of the animal or lot of animals, diagnosis, type of medication, active
substance, dosage, posology and method of administration, date of use, duration of treatment, and
duration of withdrawal period.
9.10
Identification and segregation of animals and animal products
9.10.1 Organic animals must be clearly identified and segregated throughout the rearing process and the
harvesting of products:
a. bigger animals such as ruminants and swine are to be identified individually, and the
identification must be connected to an animal control list and to management records, as a way
to check each individual’s organic status at any moment.
i. even animals that are individually identifiable shall be kept at least on separate fields
and barn sections. If there is any commingling, the animals must be readily
identifiable for separation.
b. smaller animals, such as fowl, which cannot be individually identified, are to be managed in
lots and each lot must be kept segregated on identified areas and must be connected to a lot
control list showing numbers and categories of individuals, and to management records, as a
way to check each lot’s organic status and amount of individuals at any moment.
9.10.2 Organic animal products must be clearly identified as organic with lot number, type of product, date
of processing and weight, along all stages of preparation, processing and marketing.
9.11
Pastures and building facilities
9.11.1 Grazing areas must be organically cultivated and rotation must be permanent to help in the control of
ecto and endo parasites.
9.11.2 Building facilities must be planned so as to enable comfortable handling, must always be clean, with
permitted substances. Please see Appendix II.
9.11.3 Barns must be aired and clean. Bedding must always be changed to allow good hygiene for the
animals. The floor area shall have at least 50% of continuous surface made of waterproof material.
9.11.4 For control of pests and diseases in livestock housing facilities the following methods shall be used
according to these priorities:
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a) methods intended to prevent the destruction of the habitat and avoid the access of pests to the
facilities;
b) mechanical, physical and biological methods;
c) use of other substances in traps;
d) use of allowed substances, please see Appendix II.
10.
PROCESSING, STORAGE, TRANSPORT AND PACKING OF PRODUCTION
10.1
Processing units to be inspected shall follow sanitary rules. During inspections a working permit, an
environmental certificate and other pertaining documents will be required.
10.2
The use of additives and technological aids is allowed only when the following aims are pursued:
a.
maintain the nutritional value of products;
b.
improve the quality of conservation and stability of products;
c.
provide products with acceptable composition, consistency and appearance;
Notes:
Extracts that improve the flavor shall be obtained from products (preferably organic) by means of
physical process;
Except for the addition of natural aromas, no substances or methods shall be used to reconstitute
characteristics that have been lost during transformation and storage of the products, thus correcting
the results of neglectful handling or otherwise misleading the consumer about the true nature of the
product.
10.2.1 These technological aids and additives will be tolerated in the following circumstances:
a. when the preparation of a similar product is not possible;
b. when the amount of additives used is not higher than the amount permitted;
c. when technological aids and/or additives are not used with the sole objective of reducing the
processing time, improving manipulation, increasing the flavor, color and nutritional contents
lost during processing.
10.2.2 Appendix V describes in detail the additives and technological aids allowed in the processing of
certified products. In order to obtain flavorings from products of organic origin physical means shall
preferably be used.
10.2.3 The use of preparations of microorganisms and enzymes commonly used in processing will be
allowed, with the exception of genetically modified products and its derivatives. The microorganisms
will have to be generated, produced and cultivated in substrata consisting entirely of organic products
and substances indicated in Appendix V, if available. This includes cultures that are prepared and
multiplied at the location.
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10.3
The processing method shall always be chosen with the intention of restricting the amount of
additives and auxiliary ingredients.
The processing methods allowed are:
a. physical or mechanical;
b. biological;
c. smoking;
d. extraction;
e. precipitation;
f. filtration.
10.3.1 Extraction is possible with the use of water, ethanol, animal or vegetal oils, vinegar and carbon
dioxide. These shall all be of human food grade quality and appropriate for use.
10.3.2 Filtration must not use asbestos or any other substances that may negatively affect the product.
Filtration techniques that react or modify organic food on a molecular basis must be restricted.
10.3.3 The use of irradiation is forbidden, as well as the use of transgenic micro-organisms modified by
genetic engineering and its products.
10.4
The label of every product, whether of animal or vegetal origin, must clearly show all its basic
ingredients as well as spices, preservatives, colorings, acidifiers, etc. Only soft substances, of natural
and known origin, proven not harmful, may be used. Nonetheless, their use must be discussed with
IBD CERTIFICATIONS.
10.5
If during processing, ingredients of a different origin are mixed with the product (any product, but
specially meat and by-products) the Quality Seal will be defined as follows:

if the organic materials used represent at least 95% of the weight of the product and the
non-certified ingredient accounts for up to 5% of the weight of the product (excluding
water and salt in this calculation), the Seal ORGANIC will be granted (See Appendix V,
item 3.1).
Notes:

In order to be allowed, it shall be guaranteed that the non-organic additives are proven
essential for the processing of the product;

The type and quality of additives which are not of organic origin, compliant with
Appendix V, shall be clearly stated on the label of the product.
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10.6
Machinery and equipment must be proven free of residues of non-organic products. The processing
and handling of organic products must be done in a different place and time from the processing and
handling of conventional products.
10.7
Milk and dairy products: must comply with the organoleptic or sanity standards defined by the World
Health Organization (WHO). These standards are also official in Brazil.
10.8
Meat and by-products: it is forbidden to use nitrites. nitrates, sulfites and other preservatives,
colorings (with the exception of anatto = Bixa orellana, urucum) as well as any kind of “stuffing”
substance. Traditional methods to improve conservation may be considered, as long as they are
discussed with IBD CERTIFICATIONS.
10.9
Storage and transport: organic products must be stored and transported separately (packed) from
other products, in order to avoid contamination. They must be labeled with the ORGANIC Seal
stating their origin. In case of pests, IBD CERTIFICATIONS must be immediately informed. The
Certifier (IBD) will determine which measures shall be taken.
10.9.1 All products must be properly identified by name, lot number, raw-material used and relevant
features throughout processing, storage and transport.
10.9.2 Contamination sources shall be identified and avoided.
10.9.3 A description of the main pollutants and contaminants existing in the different steps of processing,
storage and transport, and the measures taken to avoid contamination must be supplied by the person
in charge of processing.
10.9.4 IBD CERTIFICATIONS will check the procedures for decontamination, cleaning, and disinfection
of the facilities, equipment, vehicles and containers.
10.9.5 The following kinds of storage are allowed:
a. controlled atmosphere;
b. refrigeration;
c. freezing;
d. drying;
e. humidity control.
10.9.6 In all cases, hygiene in processing, storage and transport will be as decisive a factor for quality
recognition as the agricultural aspects of production themselves.
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10.9.7 For packing of organic products, either intermediary or final, casks, bags or other packing material in
general must have never been used to keep/contain any conventional products or substances
prohibited by these Guidelines, and must not contain, or have been treated with, any synthetic
fungicide, preservative or fumigant.
10.9.7.1 Vehicles or containers that have already been used for non organic products can be used provided
that there are procedures to prevent the contamination of organic products and provided those
measures are documented and their records are submitted to IBD CERTIFICATIONS for audit
purposes.
10.9.8 The owner of the organic products at the moment of transport shall be responsible for maintaining
the organic integrity in the transport process.
10.9.9 Records regarding several steps of processing, storage and transport must allow tracking each lot or
amount of handled or transported product. For each transportation, including internal transport, the
operator shall keep records about the initial quantity and the amounts (if applicable, or lots) left at
each stopping or delivery point at each stopping or delivery point.
10.10 Pests in storage facilities are most effectively controlled by cleanliness and hygiene. The use of
chemicals shall be considered as a last resource. Physical barriers, sound, ultra-sound, ultraviolet
rays, traps (containing pheromones and natural baits), diatomaceous earth, temperature control and
atmospheric control are allowed and recommended.
10.10.1 The methods below are allowed in the control of pests in storage facilities. They shall be used in
the following order of preference:
a. methods intended to prevent the destruction of the habitat and avoid the access of pests to the
facilities;
b. mechanical, physical and biological methods;
c. use of allowed substances, please see Appendix II;
d. use of other substances in traps.
10.10.2 In the facilities, it is forbidden to use radiation, any pesticides not mentioned in Appendix II,
fumigation with ethylene oxide, methyl bromide, phosphine, gas toxin and any others not
mentioned in Appendix V. The use of radiation, chlorinated or phosphorated insecticides, synthetic
pyretroids, and any similar products is also forbidden when applied directly to the products.
10.10.3 On the other hand, the use of some non-residual products to fumigate storage facilities is allowed
as long as no certified product is in storage at the time of fumigation and the following criteria are
followed:
a. fumigation or any other chemical treatment used in the facilities or storerooms must be
authorized by IBD, who will determine the length of the safety time gap between treatment and
use;
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b. no chemical fertilizers, insecticides, herbicides and fungicides may be stored in the storage
facilities that will be used to handle, store or produce certified products; chemical products
shall never be in direct touch with certified products. If a unit has partial organic conversion,
the conventional products and chemical products must be stored and handled in the
conventional part of the unit;
c. the direct use of prohibited substances disqualifies the product as being organic;
decontamination of equipment and facilities must be performed before returning the organic
product to the environment recently controlled by prohibited substances;
d. the use of prohibited substances for control and prevention in the environment must not
compromise the organic products handled inside this environment.
10.11 Packing: the impact caused on the environment by the use of packing must be reduced to a minimum.
Unnecessary use of packing material must be avoided. Recycled materials and recycling systems
shall be used whenever possible. The use of biodegradable material is a priority. The use of packing
materials that may contaminate the food is forbidden.
10.12 For large processing plants or complex processing operations a plan that describes how organic
quality of the products will be maintained throughout the process is required. A plan of traceability
and control of lot numbers is also required.
10.13 Purchase of raw material or organic ingredients: the processor, re-packer or
reseller of organic
products must be sure of the organic quality of the product acquired, checking the following
documents presented by the supplier: IBD CERTIFICATIONS Annual Certificate (valid),
Transaction Document issued by IBD CERTIFICATIONS for the corresponding product, lot and
amount and Invoice indicating purchase.
10.13.1 When receiving an organic product, the certified operator must check if:
a. The packaging is appropriately closed/sealed in a way to prevent the substitution or
contamination of the product it contains (manipulation of the product must not be possible
without visible damage to the seal, further the seal must be identified by the supplier).
Exception: products transported directly from one certified operator to the other, where the
transport is controlled directly by the certified operator.
b. The packaging is identified with name and address of the supplier;
c. The packaging is identified with the name of the product;
d. The packaging informs the lot of the product
e. The packaging informs the certifier and/or a certification code;
f. The information required by items (b) through (e) can be on the package itself or on attached
documents.
10.13.2 The certified operator must keep records showing that the checking determined by item 10.13.1 is
carried out properly.
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11.
SANITARY ASPECTS
11.1
Processors shall operate in accordance with the legislation in the Brazilian territory, with Working
and Sanitary Permits issued and within the validity period, as well as an Environmental Permit for
Operation, when applicable.
12.
ORGANIC PRODUCT QUALITY ASSURANCE
12.1. If a producer, processor, repacker, warehouse or trader has any reason to suspect that the product
under his/her responsibility is not compliant with this organic production Standard, he/she must have
procedures for: a) notifying IBD CERTIFICATIONS and the competent authorities; b) suspend sales,
processing or presentation of this product as organic, until it is proved that the organic quality of the
product remains whole; c) if it is proved that the product does not have organic quality according to
this standard, give the product definite destination as conventional; if a product that lost organic
quality has been sold / processed / shipped, then recall the product or notify the clients.
12.2. The producer, processor, repacker, warehouse or trader must have a procedure to deal with any
complaints received regarding the compliance of the product or service with the applicable organic
production standard. This procedure must ensure: that the complaint is recorded, that corrective
actions are taken, that the corrective actions are recorded and that all data related to the complaint
and the corrective actions will be made available to IBD CERTIFICATIONS.
12.3. A processor of organic products must have production procedures based upon the surveillance of
critical control points, especially those relevant to ensure the organic integrity of the product: points
where the risk of contaminating the organic product with non allowed substances or commingling the
organic products with non organic products, as well as any critical points concerning hygiene, must
be thoroughly checked in order to ensure that there is no sale, distribution or presentation of any
product that is not in compliance with the organic production rules.
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APPENDIX I - ALLOWED FERTILIZERS
General rule: any cases not foreseen in the items below will have to be submitted to a review under the IBD
Input Approval Program, and their use will only be authorized after specific approval by this program. This
includes any inputs that are not 100% constituted by substances allowed in these Guidelines.
All products to be used must be described in the Organic Production Plan.
In any case, the use of Genetically Modified Organisms and its derivatives is prohibited. For IFOAM
certification, the use of any form of nanomaterials is prohibited.
Name
Description, requirements of composition and use
Manure
Mixture of excrements and plant materials
Liquid manure
Fermented or diluted
Urine
Fermented or diluted
Composted manures
Excluding synthetic additives; permitted only in
horticulture (floriculture, nursery plants, potting mixes).
Prohibited for soil conditioning for IFOAM.
Peat
Guano
The initial composition of the substrate is limited to
substances allowed in this Appendix.
Mushroom crop wastes
Dejects of worms (vermicompost) and
insects
Composted or fermented mixture of
household waste
Product obtained from source separated household
waste, which has been submitted to composting or to
anaerobic fermentation for biogas production. Only
vegetable and animal household waste. Only when
produced in a closed and monitored collection system,
accepted by the local Authorities.
Maximum concentrations in mg/kg of dry matter:
cadmium: 0,7; copper: 70; nickel: 25; lead: 45; zinc:
200; mercury: 0,4; chromium (total): 70; chromium
(VI): not detectable
Biogas digestate containing animal
by-products co-digested with material
of plant or animal origin as listed in
this Annex
Restricted to European Regulation certification.
Animal by-products (including by-products of wild
animals) of category 3 and digestive tract content of
category 2 (categories 2 and 3 as defined in Regulation
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(EC) No 1069/2009 of the European Parliament and of
the Council) must not be from factory farming origin.
The Processes have to be in accordance with
Commission Regulation (EU) No 142/2011. Not to be
applied to edible parts of the crop
Products or by-products of animal
origin as below:
blood meal
hoof meal
horn meal
bone meal or degelatinized bone
meal
fish meal
meat meal
feather, hair and ‘chiquette’ meal
wool
fur (1)
hair
dairy products
Hydrolysed proteins (2)
Products and by-products of plant
origin
(1)Maximum concentration in mg/kg of dry matter of
chromium (VI): Not detectable
(2)Restricted to European Regulation certification. Not
to be applied to edible parts of the crop
Bagasse, cakes, meals, vinasse, hulls
As far as directly obtained by:
(i) physical processes including dehydration, freezing
and grinding
Seaweeds and seaweed products
(ii) extraction with water or aqueous acid and/or
alkaline solution
(iii) fermentation
Sawdust and wood chips and its
products
Wood not chemically treated after felling
rock phosphate and termophosphate
Aluminum-calcium phosphate
Basic slag
Crude Potassium salt or kainite
Potassium sulphate, possibly
containing Magnesium salt
Product obtained from natural origin by a physical
extraction process,
Magnesium sulfate (kieserite)
Only obtained from natural source and by physical
extraction.
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Calcium carbonate
Of natural origin
Magnesium carbonate
Of natural origin
Calcium chloride solution
Calcium sulphate (gypsum)
Of natural origin
Industrial lime from sugar production
Elemental Sulphur
Under European Regulation certification, inorganic
micronutrients shall be listed in part E of Annex I to
Regulation 2003/2003.
Under IFOAM certification, the use shall be restricted
to cases where soil/plant nutrient deficiency is
documented by soil or tissue testing or diagnosed by an
Independent expert. Micronutrients in either chloride or
Nitrate forms are prohibited. Micronutrients may not be
used as a defoliant, herbicide, or desiccant.
Trace elements
Sodium chloride
Only mined salt
Stone meal and clays
Biodynamic Preparations
Leonardite (Raw organic sediment
rich in humic acids)
Restricted to European Regulation certification.
Only if obtained as a by-product of mining activities
Restricted to European Regulation certification.
Chitin (Polysaccharide obtained from
the shell of crustaceans)
Only if obtained from sustainable fisheries, as defined
in Article 3(e) of Council Regulation (EC) No
2371/2002 or organic aquaculture
Restricted to European Regulation certification.
Organic rich sediment from fresh
water bodies formed under exclusion
of oxygen (e.g. sapropel)
Only organic sediments that are by-products of fresh
water body management or extracted from former
freshwater areas. When applicable, extraction should be
done in a way to cause minimal impact on the aquatic
system. Only sediments derived from sources free from
contaminations of pesticides, persistent organic
pollutants and petrol like substances.
Maximum concentrations in mg/kg of dry matter:
cadmium: 0,7; copper: 70; nickel: 25; lead: 45; zinc:
200; mercury: 0,4; chromium (total): 70; chromium
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APPENDIX II – METHODS AND AGENTS ALLOWED IN VEGETAL AND ANIMAL
PRODUCTION AND IN CLEANING OF FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT
General rule: any cases not foreseen in the items below will have to be submitted to a review under the IBD
Input Approval Program, and their use will only be authorized after specific approval by this program. This
includes any inputs that are not 100% constituted by substances allowed in these Guidelines.
All products to be used must be described in the Organic Production Plan.
In any case, the use of Genetically Modified Organisms and its derivatives is prohibited. For IFOAM
certification, the use of any form of nanomaterials is prohibited.
1. Products from animals, vegetables and/or microorganisms
Name, type
Observation
oils, extracts and preparations (fermented or
not) that stimulate vegetal resistance, inhibit
the occurrence of certain pests and diseases or
that act as repellents, and that are made of
plants of allowed use
Oils, extracts and preparations of animal origin
(fermented or not), such as solution of insects
Use of microorganisms (bacteria, fungi and
virus) and their preparations for biological
control of pests and diseases, as well as the use
of parasites, natural predators and barren
insects
Acids of natural origin such as vinegar
Except pyroligneous acid
Azadirachtin extracted from Azadirachta
indica (Neem tree)
Insecticide
Beeswax
Protection for cuts after pruning and grafting
Hydrolysed proteins excluding gelatine
Attractant, only in authorized applications in
combination with other appropriate products
of this list
Lecithin
Fungicide
Gelatin
Restricted to IFOAM certification
Plant oils
Insecticide, acaricide, fungicide, bactericide
and sprout inhibitor.
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Pyrethrins extracted from Chrysanthemum
Insecticide
Quassia extracted from Quassia amara
Insecticide, repellent
Rotenone extracted from Derris spp.
Restricted to IFOAM certification
and Lonchocarpus spp. and Terphrosia spp.
Micro-organisms (bacteria, viruses and fungi)
Products as specified in the Annex to
Implementing Regulation (EU) No 540/2011
and not from GMO origin
Spinosad
Insecticide
Milk and dairy products
Alcohol
Algae lime and algae extracts
Natural potassium soap
Maize gluten
2. Products of mineral origin and others
Name
Observation
Rock meals
Diatomaceous clay
Bentonite, perlite, vermiculite, zeolite
Caulinite
as ethylene absorbant
Calcium hydroxide
Fungicide
Silicates of sodium and quartz
repellent
Potassium hydrogen carbonate (aka potassium
bicarbonate)
Fungicide
Sulfur
Fungicide, Acaricide, repellent
Lime sulfur – sulfocalcium solution;
Fungicide, Acaricide, insecticide
Light mineral oils (paraffin)
Restricted to IFOAM certification. Prohibited
under European Regulation.
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Carbon dioxide
Ferric phosphate (iron (III) orthophosphate)
Molluscicide, only amongst crop plants
Copper in the form of copper hydroxide,
copper oxychloride, (tribasic)
copper sulphate, cuprous oxide, Bordeaux
mixture,
Fungicide, maximum 6kg Cu/ha/year.
Risk mitigation measures shall be taken to
protect water and non-target organisms such as
buffer zones.
Degreening bananas, kiwis and kakis;
Degreening of citrus
fruit only as part of a strategy for the
prevention of fruit fly
damage in citrus; Flower induction of
pineapple; sprouting
inhibition.
Ethylene
Fatty acid potassium salt (soft soap)
Insecticide
Biodynamic preparations;
Homeopathic and ayurvedic preparations;
Repellents by smell of animal or plant
origin/sheep fat
Repellent. Only on non-edible parts of the
crop and where crop material is not ingested
by sheep or goats.
Aluminium silicate (Kaolin)
Repellent
Laminarin
Elicitor of crop's self defence mechanisms.
Kelp shall be either grown organically or
harvested in a sustainable way
3. Substances that may be used only in traps or dispensers
Name
Observation
Pheromones
Attractant, sexual behaviour disrupter; only in
traps and dispensers.
Pyrethroids (only deltamethrin or
lambdacyhalothrin)
Insecticide; only in traps with specific
attractants; only against Bactrocera oleae and
Ceratitis capitata Wied.
4. Methods and substances for disinfection and cleaning of facilities
After cleaning and disinfection with the chemical products listed below, there must be a stage of rinsing
with hot water and/or steam before the processing of food.
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Name
Observation
Citric, peracetic, formic, lactic, oxalic and acetic
acids
Potassium and sodium soaps
Water and steam
Calcium oxide, hydroxide and milk
Sodium hypochlorite
Chlorine dioxide
Hydrogen peroxide
Natural essential oils
Alcohol
Phosphoric acid
only for milk processing equipment
Nitric acid
only for milk processing equipment
Formaldehyde
Only under European Regulation
certification
Sodium hydroxide
Potassium hydroxide
Potassium permanganate
Sodium carbonate
Ozone
Calcium hypochlorite
Copper sulphate (only until 31 December 2015)
Tea seed cake made of natural camelia seed (use
restricted to shrimp production)
Only for cleaning and disinfection of
equipment and facilities of
aquaculture animals under European
Regulation certification, in the
absence of aquaculture animals.
Mixtures of potassium peroxomonosulphate and
sodium chloride producing hypochlorous acid
Limestone (calcium carbonate) for pH control
Dolomite for pH correction (use restricted to shrimp
production)
Only for cleaning and disinfection of
equipment and facilities of
aquaculture animals under European
Regulation certification, in the
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Sodium chloride
presence of in the absence of
aquaculture animals.
Hydrogen peroxide
Sodium percarbonate
Organic acids (acetic acid, lactic acid, citric acid)
Humic acid
Peracetic acid
Iodophores (only in the presence of eggs).
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APPENDIX III – PRODUCTS ALLOWED FOR ANIMAL FODDER AND FEED
General rule: any cases not foreseen in the items below will have to be submitted to a review under the IBD
Input Approval Program, and their use will only be authorized after specific approval by this program. This
includes any inputs that are not 100% constituted by substances allowed in these Guidelines.
All products to be used must be described in the Organic Production Plan.
In any case, the use of Genetically Modified Organisms and its derivatives is prohibited. For IFOAM
certification, the use of any form of nanomaterials is prohibited.
For the purposes of European Regulation (EC) No 834/2007 only the following substances may be used in the processing of
organic feed and feeding organic animals:
(a) non-organic feed materials of plant or animal origin, or other feed materials that are listed below, provided that they are
produced or prepared without chemical solvents;
(b) non-organic spices, herbs, and molasses, provided that:
(i) their organic form is not available;
(ii) they are produced or prepared without chemical solvents; and
(iii) their use is limited to 1 % of the feed ration of a given species, calculated annually as a percentage of the dry
matter of feed from agricultural origin;
(c) organic feed materials of animal origin;
(d) feed materials of mineral origin that are listed below;;
(e) products from sustainable fisheries, provided that:
(i) they are produced or prepared without chemical solvents;
(ii) their use is restricted to non-herbivores; and
(iii) the use of fish protein hydrolysate is restricted solely to young animals;
(f) salt as sea salt, coarse rock salt;
(g) feed additives listed below.
1
MILK AND MEAT PRODUCTION





2
Basic fodder, such as silage, hay, straw, roots and crop and root residues;
Cereals and their by-products;
Leguminous plants;
Chemical-free industrial waste;
Molasses.
BABY BEEF PRODUCTION
 Skimmed milk;
 Flax seed.
3
SWINE




Cereals and roots;
Skimmed milk, powdered milk;
Soy cake, soy products (chemical residues-free and non-transgenic);
Natural vegetal fats (chemical residues-free);
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 Bone meal;
 Fish meal;
 Chemical-free vegetable leftovers.
4
POULTRY







5
Soy cake and extracts (non-transgenic and chemical-free);
Cereals and their by-products;
Leguminous plants;
Skimmed milk and dairy products;
Flax seeds;
Molasses;
Vegetal oil.
ADDITIVES FOR ANIMAL FEEDING




Yeast and herbal mixtures;
Algae;
Vitamins of natural origin
Mineral mixtures.
Note: for the European Standard 834/2007, only the minerals in the following forms are allowed:
As source of Sodium (Na):
As source of Potassium (K):
As source of Calcium (Ca):
As source of Phosphor (P):
As source of Magnesium (Mg):
As source of Sulfur (S):
— unrefined sea salt
— coarse rock salt
— sodium sulphate
— sodium carbonate
— sodium bicarbonate
— sodium chloride
— potassium chloride
— lithotamnion and maerl
— shells of aquatic animals (including
cuttlefish bones)
— calcium carbonate
— calcium lactate
— calcium gluconate
— defluorinated dicalcium phosphate
— defluorinated monocalcium phosphate
— monosodium phosphate
— calcium-magnesium phosphate
— calcium-sodium phosphate
— magnesium oxide (anhydrous
magnesia)
— magnesium sulphate
— magnesium chloride
— magnesium carbonate
— magnesium phosphate
— Calcium magnesium phosphate
— sodium sulphate.
— Synthetic vitamins identical to natural vitamins for monogastric and aquaculture animals;
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E306 — Tocopherol-rich extracts of natural origin used as an antioxidant
— Natural antioxidant substances (use restricted to feed for aquaculture)’
Emulsifying and stabilising agents
Lecithin of organic sources (use restricted to feed for aquaculture)
6
SILAGE ADDITIVES
 Raw or brown sugar;
 Cereal- flour;
 Dairy serum;
 Molasses;
 Sea salt;
 Enzymes;
 Yeast;
 Lactobacillus;
 Lactic, formic and propionic acids will be of restricted use.
Notes:
Non-certificated additives shall also be counted in the calculations of limits of food ingestion.
For further details on allowed fodder substances, please contact IBD CERTIFICATIONS.
In all cases the use of GMOs or its derivatives is forbidden.
Synthetic vitamins that are identical to natural vitamins may be used when natural sources are not
available in sufficient quality and/or quality.
7Fish, other marine animals, their products and by-products:
Under the following restrictions: Products origin only from sustainable fisheries and to be used only for
species other than herbivores
— Fish
— Fish oil and cod-liver oil not refined
— Fish molluscan or crustacean autolysates
— Hydrolysate and proteolysates obtained by an enzyme action, whether or not in soluble form, solely
provided to
young animals
— Fish meal
— Crustacean meal
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APPENDIX IV - VETERINARY PRODUCTS ALLOWED
General rule: any cases not foreseen in the items below will have to be submitted to a review under the IBD
Input Approval Program, and their use will only be authorized after specific approval by this program. This
includes any inputs that are not 100% constituted by substances allowed in these Guidelines.
All products to be used must be described in the Organic Production Plan.
In any case, the use of Genetically Modified Organisms and its derivatives is prohibited. For IFOAM
certification, the use of any form of nanomaterials is prohibited.
1- MEDICINES OF UNRESTRICTED USE
1.1. Permitted:
a. the use of medicinal plants in general, except narcotic plants;
b. natural homeopathic and anthroposophy medicines, as well as acupuncture;
c. ointments, solutions and antiseptics of natural substances
1.2 MINERAL PREPARATIONS

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

Calcium borogluconate;
Calcium gluconate;
Calcium chlorate;
Calcium phosphate;
Calcium and magnesium mixtures;
Natural iron preparations, such as nettle.
1.3 PURGATIVES
 Medicinal plants;
 Ricinus oil;
 Flax oil.
1.4 VITAMINS
 All non-synthetic vitamins. Preferably, derivatives of raw material existing naturally in animal
fodder or synthetic vitamins identical to natural ones and when a natural substitute is not available.
1.5 MEDICINE AGAINST DIARRHEA
 Medicinal vegetal carbon;
 Medicinal plants such as chamomile.
1.6 ELECTROLIC SOLUTIONS
 All kinds.
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1.7 (ELIMINATED)
2- MEDICINES OF RESTRICTED USE
The term “medicine of restricted use” indicates that its use requires to be followed by a withdrawal period,
with duration of at least 48 hours or double the time prescribed by the medicine’s manufacturer, before any
treated animal may be sold as certified and its application must be in accordance with the therapeutic
recommendation of the veterinary in charge.
2.1 General Recommendations
2.1.1 The use of "restricted use" substances is only allowed when recommended by the
veterinary in charge, never for prophylactic purposes.
2.1.2 A maximum of two applications will be allowed.
2.1.3 Whenever synthetic medicine is used, the suppression period shall be twice the legally
established period.
2.1.4 Legally mandatory vaccines shall be administered. Other vaccines may only be
administered in case the disease occurs in the production area.
2.14.1 GMO vaccines are not allowed.
Exception: when a vaccine is required by law or necessary due to a disease existing in a
certain region and there is no available non-GMO vaccine, the operator can request an
exceptional authorization to IBD, provided the evidences for the case are submitted.
2.1.5 Synthetic growth and production inhibitors or stimulants as well as reproduction
stimulants are forbidden, as well as the use of hormones to stimulate heat.
2.1.6 Certification will not be viable unless the use of such substances is proven not to be for
prophylactic purposes. These substances may only be used in emergency cases.
2.2 Allopathic Medicines in General
a. Antibiotics;
b. Cortisone;
c. Local anesthetics;
d. Parasite control:
Against intestinal parasites;
Against ectoparasites;
e. Painkillers and other substances that affect the central nervous system;
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f. Synthetic vitamins and minerals;
g. Serum.
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APPENDIX V – FOOD ADDITIVES, PROCESSING AIDS AND NON-CERTIFIED
AGRICULTURAL INGREDIENTS ALLOWED IN THE PROCESSING OF ORGANIC
PRODUCTS
General rule: any cases not foreseen in the items below will have to be submitted to a review under the IBD
Input Approval Program, and their use will only be authorized after specific approval by this program. This
includes any inputs that are not 100% constituted by substances allowed in these Guidelines.
All products to be used must be described in the Organic Production Plan.
In any case, the use of Genetically Modified Organisms and its derivatives is prohibited.
1.
General Principles
None of the ingredients listed may contain products originated from genetic engineering or derived from
genetically modified organisms. For IFOAM certification, the use of any form of nanomaterials is
prohibited.
2.
ADDITIVES
2.1 Water
2.2 Salt
2.3 Minerals (including oligoelements), and vitamins (only if required by specific
legislation)
2.4 Food Additives (Please see item 5)
2.5 Flavoring Agents regulated as natural by national legislation:
a) volatile oils (essential) obtained by using solvents such as oils, water, ethanol, carbon
dioxide and physical and mechanical processes;
b) natural smoke flavor.
2.6 Microorganism Preparations and enzymes
2.6.1 Microorganism preparations and enzymes will be accepted for use in food processing.
2.6.2 Baking yeast is allowed if obtained without discoloring or organic solvents.
2.6.3
Microorganisms and enzymes genetically modified through genetic engineering are forbidden.
3. Non-certified ingredients of agricultural source
3.1 The use of the ingredients listed in item 4 will be allowed up to 5% of the weight of processed products
(or multi-ingredient products) in cases where no organic certified ingredients are available on the market.
This permission of use is subject to reviews and re-evaluation by IBD CERTIFICATIONS. For ingredients
not mentioned in the list, IBD CERTIFICATIONS will perform specific evaluations.
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Observation: the calculation of agricultural ingredient percentage must not include water or salt. How to
calculate: (weight of non-organic ingredients) / (weight of all ingredients except water and salt) = 5% or less.
3.2 The use of the same ingredient as both organic and non-organic or in conversion is prohibited in the
same product.
4. Non-certified ingredients of agricultural origin
4.1 Unprocessed vegetal products as well as products derived from them with appropriate washing, cleaning,
thermal and/or mechanical processes and/or by physical processes with the effect of reducing the moisture
content of the product:
4.1.1 Edible fruit, nuts and seeds:
cola nuts (Cola acuminata)
red currants (Ribes rubrum)
gooseberries (Ribes uva-crispa)
raspberries (dehydrated) (Rubus idaeus)
4.1.2 Edible spices and herbs:
pepper (Peruvian) (Schinus molle L.)
lesser galangal (Alpine Officinarum)
watercress (Nasturtium officinale)
horseradish (Armoracia rusticana)
Safflower flowers (Carthamus tinctorius)
4.1.3 Miscellaneous:
Algae, including seaweed, permitted in conventional food preparation.
4.2 Vegetal products, provided those are obtained in compliance with item 10.3 (General Guideliens) and are
not considered additives or flavorings:
4.2.1 Fats and oils refined or not, but not chemically modified, derived from plants that are not:
. cocoa (Theobroma cacao)
. olive (Olea europea)
. palm (Elaeis guineensis)
. safflower (Carthamus tinctorius)
. soy (Glycine max)
. coconut (Cocus nucifera)
. sunflower (Helianthus annuus)
. rape (Brassica napus, rapa)
. sesame (Sesamum indicum)
4.2.2 The following sugars, starches and other products from cereals and tubers:
. fructose
. rice paper
. starch from rice and maize (not chemically or genetically modified), when the use of manioc starch is not
possible.
4.2.3 Miscellaneous:
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. coriander (Coriandrum sativum)
. pea protein
. rum (or “cachaça”) only obtained from raw sugarcane juice
. “kirsch”, prepared with fruit and natural flavoring.
4.3 Animal products:
. aquatic organisms, not originating from aquaculture, permitted for conventional food preparation
. whey of powdered milk
. gelatin
. entrails
5. List of food additives, technological aids and other products (including vehicles)
INS
Product
additive
Processing
aid
Conditions for
use
170
Calcium
carbonate
X
X
181
Tannin
X
only as aid in the
filtration process
of wine
184
Tannic acid
X
only as aid in
filtration
processes
220
Sulfur
dioxide
all authorized purposes, except as colorific
or Ca enrichment
Only for wine.
X
Specific requirements for the European
Standard
EC: only for fruit wines (other fruits than
grapes) without added sugar, or mead:
maximum level of SO2 in the final
product, from all sources: 50 mg/l.;
for cider and perry with addition of sugar
or juice concentrate after fermentation:
maximum level of SO2 in the final
product, from all sources: 100 mg/l.;
223
Sodium
X
metabissulfite
Crustaceans
224
Potassium
metabisulphit
e
X
Only for wine
270
Lactic acid
X
X
290
Carbon
dioxide
X
X
296
Malic acid
X
X
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Ascorbic acid
X
306
Tocopherols
*
X
322
Lecithin *
X
X
Milk products and plant origin products
330
Citric acid
X
X
Crustaceans and molluscs
331
Sodium
citrate
X
332
Potassium
citrate
X
333
Calcium
citrate
X
334
Tartaric acid
X
X
335
Sodium
tartrate
X
X
336
Potassium
tartrate
X
X
341
Monocalcium
phosphate
X
only as ferment
for flour (“raising
flour”)
342
Ammonium
phosphate
X
Only for
production of
wine; and
maximum dose is
0.3mg/l
400
Alginic acid
X
Milk-based products and plant origin
products
401
Sodium
alginate
X
Milk-based products and plant origin
products
402
Potassium
alginate
X
Milk-based products and plant origin
products
406
Agar
X
Milk-based products, meat products and
plant origin products
407
Carrageenan
X
Milk-based products and plant origin
products
410
Locust bean
gum *
X
412
Guar gum *
X
Anti-oxidant for fat and oils
Only for wine
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413
Tragacanth
gum *
X
Not listed under CE 834/2007
414
Arabic gum
X
only for dairy
products, fat
products and
confectionery
415
Xanthan gum
X
only for fat, fruit
and vegetable
products and
cakes and
biscuits
440
Pectin
X
non-modified *
500
Sodium
carbonate
X
X
502
Potassium
carbonate
X
X
503
Ammonium
carbonate
X
504
Magnesium
carbonate
X
508
Potassium
chloride
X
509
Calcium
chloride
X
X
511
Magnesium
chloride
X
X
only for soybean
products
513
Sulfuric acid
X
only for pH
adjusting of
water during
sugar processing
516
Calcium
sulfate
X
only for soybean
products, and as
baker’s yeast for
cakes and
biscuits
517
Ammonium
sulfate
X
Only for
production of
Milk-based products and plant origin
products
Only “dulce de leche”, soured-cream
butter and sour milk cheese, and plant
origin products
only for fruits
and vegetables
only for cereal
products,
confectionery,
cakes and
biscuits
Milk coagulation
As carrier
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wine; and
maximum dose is
0.3mg/l
524
Sodium
hydroxide
X
X
only for sugar
production and
for cleaning
surfaces in
traditional
confectionery
shops
526
Calcium
hydroxide
X
X
- food additive
for maize flour
Surface treatment of “Laugengebäck”
- Processing aid
in sugar
production
551
Silicon
Dioxide
X
for wine, fruit
and vegetable
processing
Anti-caking agent for herbs and spices
553
Talc
X
Coating agent for meat products
901
Beeswax
X
Not listed under CE 834/2007
903
Carnauba
wax
X
Not listed under CE 834/2007
938
Argon
X
E939
Helium
X
941
Nitrogen
X
X
948
Oxygen
X
X
E153
Activated
carbon
(vegetable
carbon)
X
EC: additive only for Ashy goat cheese or
Morbier cheese
filter material
free of
asbestos
X
Not listed under CE 834/2007
Bentonite
X
for production of
wines and
processing of
fruits and
vegetables
Not listed under CE 834/2007
Casein
X
only for wines
Not listed under CE 834/2007
Not allowed for
IFOAM Standard
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Diatomaceou
s earth
X
Only for
sweeteners and
wine
Not listed under CE 834/2007
Egg Albumen
X
only for wines
Not listed under CE 834/2007
Ethanol
X
only as a solvent
Not listed under CE 834/2007
Gelatin
X
only for wine,
fruits and
vegetables
Not listed under CE 834/2007
Isinglass (fish
glue)
X
only for
production of
wine
Not listed under CE 834/2007
Kaolin
X
Not listed under CE 834/2007
Perlite
X
Not listed under CE 834/2007
Bark
preparations
X
Vegetal Oils
X
E160b
Annatto
(Bixin) (*)
X
E250
only for sugar
production
Not listed under CE 834/2007
Not listed under CE 834/2007
Not allowed for
IFOAM Standard
EC: only allowed in the production of the
following cheeses: Red Leicester, Double
Gloucester, Cheddar, Mimolette.
Sodium
nitrite
Not allowed for
IFOAM Standard
Only for meat products, and only if
authorized by competent authority after
submission of proof that no satisfactory
alternative is available. Maximum ingoing
amount expressed in NaNO2: 80mg/kg;
Maximum residual amount expressed in
NaNO2: 50mg/kg
E252
Potassium
nitrate
Not allowed for
IFOAM Standard
Same as for E250
E301
Sodium
ascorbate
X
Not allowed for
IFOAM Standard
Only for meat products, in connection with
nitrites and nitrates
E325
Sodium
lactate
X
Not allowed for
IFOAM Standard
Only milk-based and meat products
E464
Hydroxyprop
yl methyl
cellulose
X
Not allowed for
IFOAM Standard
Encapsulation material for capsules
(*) additives considered agricultural products in the percentage calculation referred in items 4.2, 4.3,
4.4 and 4.8.
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APPENDIX VI – PRODUCTS FROM WILD CROP HARVEST
1
DEFINITIONS
1.1 Collection/extraction of natural or wild products suitable for “IBD CERTIFICATIONS ORGÂNICO”
certification is considered to be the set of activities performed by individuals with knowledge of the
species to be managed, with the aim of obtaining primary or processed products for commerce. Such
products must originate from natural, untouched, or barely touched ecosystems and their
collection/extraction must not endanger the biodiversity of flora and fauna nor the quality of the water.
1.2 The collection/extraction of natural or wild products is considered sustainable when the amount of
products collected/extracted never exceeds the gain of the biomass of the product collected during the
interval in-between cuttings, in the case of vegetal material. In the case of collection of seeds, the
amount taken cannot affect the frequency of the occurrence of the species within that environment.
2
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS
The collection area shall be located at an appropriate distance from any conventional farming, urban
pollution, industrial activities and sources of water, soil or air contamination. Traditional agricultural
practices are allowed within the collection area when serving the needs of the local people living on the
collection of wild products.
2.1 Certification will not be possible if:
a) wild products are collected in areas where signs of degradation are observed due to over- population as
related to the exploitation area, which exceed the capacity limit to support the ecosystem;
b) products are collected in areas where regeneration levels are unsatisfactory;
c) collection and management are harmful to the pre-existing ecological structure, including fauna;
d) final products are obtained by means of a process in which substances or structures harmful to the
environment are used;
e) products come from insufficiently isolated areas and may cause contamination by pesticides.
2.2 In case of control of endemic diseases in a given area, a statement by the controlling organization shall
be available. Such a statement shall include which locations, dwellings, rivers, etc. were treated, besides
the products used and dates and manner of application of the product.
3
FACTORS INHERENT TO THE COLLECTION AREA
3.1 The collection area shall be clearly depicted in maps and sketches, indicating resident population
and its distribution. Important geographical references such as rivers, mountains, lakes, etc. shall also be
included.
3.2 This area shall really be under the management and responsibility of the local community.
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Wild crop harvest shall be performed only from an area clearly defined and identified
according to 3.1, where no prohibited substances have been applied for at least the previous 3 years.
4
MANAGEMENT
4.1 Certification will only be possible if a plan for the management of the species to be harvested is
prepared and presented, approved by the proper environmental entity.
4.2 Burning of the soil surface as well as drastic thinning of the inferior strata of vegetation are forbidden.
In case any accidental fire occurs, certification will be temporarily discontinued and the measures to be
taken shall be discussed with IBD CERTIFICATIONS.
4.3 Clearings and thinning shall be performed with the sole purpose of improving the development of the
product to be collected, always preserving the survival of other species.
4.4 Former yearly harvests must be continuously compared with the current harvest so that the capacity of
the system may be estimated.
4.5 In the case of degraded areas, a recovery plan of the original environment shall be part of the
certification process.
4.6 The family or group active in the area must show knowledge of the area, the species that form the
ecosystem and their relationship with the harvested products. They shall also be physically and
technically able to perform collection. The family, person, group or operation responsible shall be
clearly identified by IBD CERTIFICATIONS and identified in the group.
4.7 Inspection must take place during harvesting and processing.
4.8 IBD CERTIFICATIONS and the project consultant together with the producer shall seek means to
optimize the extraction and processing of the product proposing the necessary changes, such as
collection trails, taking into consideration topography, erosion potential, planting of native fruit trees,
etc.
4.9 Fauna habitats, migration areas or routes, flooded areas, and their vegetation cover must be respected.
4.10 The operators, companies and NGOs responsible for giving instructions to the collectors shall define
the collection area and provide an adequate description of the guidelines or specific instructions or
certification requirements.
4.11 The collector or the operator in charge shall be requested to sign a statement that the guidelines are
accepted and will be followed. (Note: this requirement is not viable, since many of the collectors cannot read
or write, so this signature must be requested from the operation manager.)
4.12 The certified operator must keep records on all collectors and these records must be checked by the
inspector.
4.13 All local agents shall be contracted by the operator, company or by the NGO.
4.14 During inspection, an adequate share of the certified area is to be visited by means of a series of rapid
visits which, in their totality, will make it possible to say that a representative area has been covered by the
inspection. If the area has variations in vegetation, exposure to light or any other factor, these variations
must also be checked.
4.15 Local agents shall be interviewed by the inspector to check the operation proceedings.
4.16 Other parties or people involved with the management of the area such as landowners, nongovernmental organizations, environmental agencies, shall also be interviewed to collect relevant
information about the area.
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APPENDIX VII - MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR INSPECTION
1.
All activities subject to certification shall occur in units where fields and all stages of production and
product storage are clearly separated from units that do not follow these guidelines.
2.
Before the inspections, documented evaluations will be made with the purpose of detecting eventual
non-conformities that may be corrected by the producer before the technical visit and to plan the visit in the
best possible way for that specific project.
3.
Before the first inspection, the following must be sent to IBD CERTIFICATIONS for evaluation:
3.1 An updated map/ sketch of the property, identifying: North-South, infrastructure, house, warehouse,
locations for processing, organic, Demeter, conventional and in conversion lots, important geographic
landmarks, neighbors, neighbor’s crops, legal reserve, water source.
3.1.1 In the case of storage and processing units: a blueprint showing all the equipment and production flow.
3.2
IBD CERTIFICATIONS questionnaire of organic production filled out in detail and signed by the
person in charge of the production unit, including:
a) description of all practical measures to be carried out at the inspected unit, which must be in
accordance with these Guidelines;
b) in the case of agricultural properties, a spreadsheet of the history of the fields with the date of use of
inputs not allowed by these Guidelines and detailing inputs applied in organic management;
c) in the case of processed products, the detailed composition of each product, informing additive aids
and the origin of each ingredient;
d) statement given by the producer pledging to act in accordance with these Guidelines and place his
facilities and documents at the disposal of IBD CERTIFICATIONS for inspection purposes.
e) documented evidence that prove/support the information presented (e.g. statements from previous
owner on the use of land, permits, technical information on inputs used).
4.
Every year, before the new inspection, the updated organic production or processing questionnaire
shall be sent to the Certifier, including enclosed documents regarding the update.
5.
The company/ association/ producer shall provide an exclusive procedure for the traceability of
organic products, including the following registration spreadsheets:
o Table I – Control of purchased inputs or raw materials;
o Table II – Application of inputs;
o Table III – Sale of organic products;
o Table V – Stock control;
o Table VI – Processing
o Table XIII – Composition of processed product.
Note: the information requested in the above mentioned Tables may be presented as an equivalent
document that shows a lot system that is able to allow the traceability of all raw materials used in each
production to be certified.
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6. Storage of products
6.1 The producer shall provide samples of products stored if required by the inspector during surprise visits.
6.2 The inspector shall have access to all the facilities of the storage unit.
6.3 All production units, including the non-certified ones, shall be part of the inspection plan if required by
IBD CERTIFICATIONS.
7. Processing and packing units
7.1 Non-certified, certified or subject to certification products shall be kept separate when stored in the same
area.
7.2 Processing of certified products shall be carried out continuously, at different times and in a separate
place from the processing of non-certified products. If this is not possible, a processing plan shall be
prepared and submitted for approval to IBD CERTIFICATIONS.
7.3 An agreement shall be made with IBD CERTIFICATIONS on the date and place for processing if it is
not continuous.
7.4 All the necessary measures shall be taken to prevent the mixing of lots of different quality.
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APPENDIX VIII - MANAGEMENT OF LEAF-CUTTING ANTS
(Eliminated – Review November 2012)
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APPENDIX IX – APICULTURE AND APIARY PRODUCTS
1. INTRODUCTION
Bee management, honey production and other apiary products may be certified as organic to be sold
with the quality seal, basically when production takes place in organic management farms (far from
conventional farming) or in natural areas.
2. REGISTRATION AND SUPPRESSION PERIOD - CONVERSION TO ORGANIC
2.1
The apiary may be certified as “IBD CERTIFICATIONS Organic“ after a suppression period
of at least twelve months under organic management and after inspection by IBD CERTIFICATIONS.
2.2
The production of honey and other apiary products is not allowed in areas of conventional
agriculture. It is only permitted in areas of organic or traditional agriculture (where no agrochemicals
are used) and in native or natural areas.
2.3
The processing of organic and conventional honey in the same processing unit is allowed if
the different lots are very well separated; the processing of the organic honey lot shall be performed
after thorough washing of the equipment and preferably before processing conventional honey.
Organic honey must be stored in new drums and in areas separated from conventional honey, with
clear and visible identification. (Please see Appendix VII).
2.4
Organic honey must be produced with wax that has been produced in beehives in organic
management conditions. Any wax originated from conventional management must be replaced during
the conversion period of the beehives. A history of the natural management of beehives may be
considered equivalent to organic for this purpose, as long as the previous natural management may be
verified and proved during inspection.
3. AGROCHEMICALS
3.1 The use of herbicides is forbidden.
3.2 The use of insecticides, fungicides, antibiotics and other agrochemicals on the bees and in the
boxes is forbidden.
2.
PURCHASE OF BEEHIVES
4.1
Purchase of beehives from other apiaries certified by IBD CERTIFICATIONS is permitted.
4.2
Collection of natural beehives is permitted.
4.3
Purchase of queens from certified beehives is permitted.
4.4
Use of certain breeds adapted to the vegetation and climate must be a priority.
4.5
Crossing with the African species is only interesting when productivity and resistance to
diseases increases.
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5. LOCATION OF BEEHIVES
5.1
The apiary and its beehives must be located on maps with a minimum scale sufficient to
identify natural or certified organic areas.
5.2
Beehives must not be kept less than 3 km away from conventionally managed agricultural
areas. In case there is any conventional agricultural area nearby, the inspector will use a GPS to
evaluate whether any plant or culture near the conventional areas is attracting the bees and if the
minimum distance is being respected.
5.3
Bees must have easy access to natural pollen, nectar and good quality water, sufficient to
provide for their nutritional needs.
5.4
The beehives must be far enough from pollution sources like roads, industries, trash depots to
maintain the quality of the bees. The inspector and certifier must check if this regulation is being
respected.
6. FEEDING
6.1 Feeding of bees is allowed only if the survival of the hives is endangered due to climatic
conditions.
6.2 Feeding of bees may be with organic honey, organic sugar syrups or organic sugar up to fifteen
days prior to blooming.
6.3 Addition of other natural or certified herb extracts in feeding is permitted.
6.4 Pre-blooming feeding stimulation is only permitted with own-produced honey.
6.5 There must be enough pollen and honey on the honeycombs for the intercropping stage after
collection.
6.6
The documentation indicating the feeding in beehives must contain: kind of feeding, origin,
dates, amounts, beehives fed.
7. MEDICATION
7.1 Healthy beehives may be achieved with hygiene and proper management by choosing the
appropriate race(s).
7.2
Prophylactic measures shall be used, such as:
a) Elimination of undesired queens;
b) Systematic inspections of beehives;
c) Drone control;
d) Elimination of disturbing agents and disease carriers;
e) Renewal of wax;
f) Appropriate and adequate feeding with nectar, pollen, honey and, as a last resort, organic brown
sugar during intercropping;
g) Steam and direct flame for disinfection.
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7.3
Homeopathic and natural medicines must be a priority. As a last resort, the permitted
medicines for use in beehives and for bees are:
Formic acid;
Acetic acid;
Lactic acid;
Oxalic acid;
Essential oils;
Camphor;
Bacillus thuringiensis.
7.4 Before using any other medicine, IBD CERTIFICATIONS must be consulted. The use of
forbidden materials may lead to the loss of certification of the product.
7.5 If a beehive has to be treated with chemical-synthetic medicine it shall be isolated, the wax
changed and a six-month conversion period must be respected. However, preference shall be given to
phytotherapic medicine.
7.6 For the use of any medicine or treatment, even being natural (phytotherapic), there shall be a
document stating: kind of product used, diagnosis, method of administering medicine, dosage,
management duration period and treated beehives.
8. MANAGEMENT
8.1
Only natural chemical-free wood may be used for smoke production. The use of smoke must
be kept to a minimum.
8.2
The use of any other methods to control or distract the attention of the bees is forbidden.
8.3
Cleaning and disinfection of beehives may only be performed by using physical methods such
as heat, fire, scraping or brushing.
8.4
Artificial insemination is forbidden.
8.5
The destruction of bees and beehives as a harvest method is forbidden.
8.6
Cutting the wings of the queens is forbidden.
8.7
Destruction of drones is only permitted as a control method of varroa.
8.8
There shall be documents for: inspection days, management, addition of new collection
boxes, harvesting, honey extraction, propolis or pollen, as well as any other procedures that are carried
out.
8.9
For the disinfection and cleaning of beehives and the structure of production and processing,
products listed in Appendix II may be used.
9.
BOXES
The boxes may be of any model as long as their wood is not chemically treated and they are painted
only on the outside.
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10. WAX FOR THE BEES
10.1 Wax used for production shall come from certified or natural apiaries. The use of moulds or
honeycombs made of any other material is forbidden.
10.2 Wax must come from beehives that were never treated with forbidden substances.
11. HONEY EXTRACTION AND PROCESSING OF APIARY PRODUCTS
11.1
Honey must be extracted with stainless steel equipment washed in hot water.
11.2
The extraction, handling and processing of apiary products must be performed with
stainless steel equipment washed in hot water.
11.3
Honey cannot be collected from beehives with eggs or with bees to be born.
11.4
Honey cannot be heated over 37, 5º Celsius in any stage of the processing.
11.5
Honey cannot be filtered under pressure.
11.6
Honey may only be traded in glass bottles.
11.7
The honey lot number must be displayed on the bottle.
11.8
Only natural and organic products may be added to apiary products during processing.
11.9
Production and processing of apiary products must be recorded in the IBD
CERTIFICATIONS Tables I, II, III, IV, V and VI (control tables), indicating inputs purchased (e.g.,
organic sugar), honey and products sold, transport, processing and stock control.
11.10 The company must be authorized by local sanitary and health inspection bodies, SIF, state or
municipal sanitary inspection bodies and be in compliance with all official regulations.
12. MIGRATORY APICULTURE
The sites where migratory production will be explored must be previously inspected.
Any change in migration routes must be previously informed so that they may be inspected.
13. SALE
Wholesale of organic honey may only be made by Certified Companies.
14. (eliminated)
15. POLLEN
15.1 Pollen must be harvested every day.
15.2 The pollen trap must be made of materials fit for food: stainless steel or wood.
15.3 Pollen must be stored in hermetic containers and refrigerated.
16. PROPOLIS
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16.1 Because of the accumulation of propolis during the life of the beehive, propolis may only be
certified as organic in beehives after organic management for more than two years.
16.2 The scraped propolis must not contain pieces of wood or bits of paint.
16.3 Propolis must come from beehives that were never treated with forbidden substances.
16.4 Propolis must be stored in hermetic containers made of materials fit for food.
17. INSPECTION
17.1 Inspection will be performed at least once a year or whenever required by IBD;
17.2 During inspection a Map or a Sketch of migratory nuclei, fixed nuclei and existing infrastructure
shall be prepared;
17.3 During inspection, forms shall be filled in and signed by the producer/ processor.
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APPENDIX X - CONVERSION UNDER DIFFERENT ORGANIC AGRICULTURE REGULATIONS
LAST DOCUMENTED USE OF PROHIBITED METHODS
OR 1ST INSPECTION (PROVIDED NOT EARLIER THAN DATE OF APPLICATION FOR ORGANIC CERTIFICATION)
CONVENTIONAL
AGRICULTURE ORGANIC AGRICULTURE PRACTICES
YEAR 1
YEAR 2
YEAR 3
YEAR 4
IBD CERTIFICATIONS SYSTEM (DOMESTIC MARKET) - ANNUAL AND PERENNIAL CULTURES
1ST. ANNUAL INSPECTION
2ND. ANNUAL INSPECTION
3RD. ANNUAL INSPECTION
4TH. ANNUAL INSPECTION
Year 1 Conversion
Certification "IBD CERTIFICATIONS
IBD CERTIFICATIONS Organic
IBD CERTIFICATIONS Organic
C1
Organic"
Zero Year
(Sowing 12 months after last application for
annual crops and 18 months after starting
conversion for perennials)
CE 834/2007 REGULATION
1ST. ANNUAL INSPECTION
2ND. ANNUAL INSPECTION
3RD. ANNUAL INSPECTION
4TH. ANNUAL INSPECTION
Year 1 Conversion
Organic in conversion
Organic in conversion or
Organic (Annual Crops)
C1
C2
Organic (Sowing 24 months after last
Organic (Perennial crops)
application, only for annual crops)
36 months Conversion Period
Zero Year
* Last use of pesticides or fertilizers not allowed by the Guidelines
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APPENDIX XI – ASSOCIATIONS AND GROWER GROUPS
1. Whenever an association or company with a large number of producers requests certification, this
shall be carried out after a minimum yearly inspection of the square root of the total number of
producers multiplied by the risk factor.
2. Associations must be legally structured as such.
2.1 Producers must be located in the same micro-region or municipality. If there are many producers,
the location must involve groups of producers from neighboring municipalities.
2.2 Producers shall have the same production features as regards areas, crops, technology, and social
status. Producers with larger areas and differentiated technology will not be accepted and must be
inspected every year.
2.3 Processing units are not included in this system and they must be inspected every year.
production units within the producer scope will be included in this system.
Only
2.4 Producers must not store chemical substances forbidden for organic agriculture at their farms.
2.5 Chemical substances at the farm must be specific for the conventional crops still existing at that
farm. They may not be specific for the organic crops already existing on that farm.
2.6 On the farms that still have conventional crops in the 5th year after the first certification as “in
conversion”, the whole crop of the farm will be considered in conversion, until the whole farm has
been converted into the organic or conversion process.
3. MONITORING PRODUCERS
3.1 The entity (association or company) shall have an administrative and technical body capable to
provide surveillance of all growers with annual visits.
3.2 Certification of new producers before annual inspection will only be possible after the visit of an
inspector accredited by IBD CERTIFICATIONS.
3.3 The association or company must sign an agreement with the farmers, in accordance with the IBD
CERTIFICATIONS standard model. This must be renewed every year.
3.4 The association or company must make the Guidelines or specific summaries available to the
farmer and keep him updated regarding any changes in the guidelines that are applicable to his
certified production.
3.5
In order for an inspection to be carried out by sampling system, the entity (association or
company) shall implement an internal control system - SCI – (internal inspectors trained for IBD
CERTIFICATIONS Standards, to ensure the growers’ compliance with the certification standards), to
be previously approved by IBD CERTIFICATIONS.
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3.5.1 The entity (association or company) shall have an effectively implemented internal control
system (ICS) with documented procedures and a documented management structure.
3.5.2
The entity shall have sufficient size and resources to keep this ICS.
3.5.3. The internal control system shall include procedures to:
a) exclude members with severe non-compliance
b) admit new members
c) carry out a risk assessment.
4. Based upon the risk evaluation of the system of internal control of the association, IBD
CERTIFICATIONS will establish the percentage or the number of external inspections applied to the
associated products. The minimum number of external inspections is the square root of the total
number of producers multiplied by the risk factor.
Nr. Of Producers
Normal Risk
Medium Risk
High Risk
(examples)
Factor 1
Factor 1.5
Factor 2
50
7
11
14
100
10
15
20
200
14
21
28
500
22
33
44
1000
32
48
64
5000
71
107
142
4.1
The Basis for external inspections must be the results of the internal inspection to 100% of
the group members. The purpose of the external inspections is to assess the effectiveness of the
group’s ICS, by re-inspecting a percentage of the members already visited by the ICS.
4.1.1 If the re-inspections show that the group’s ICS is not being effective, IBD
CERTIFICATIONS increases the percentage of external inspections as deemed necessary; if the ICS
is not approved, the external inspection will visit 100% of the group.
5. IBD CERTIFICATIONS will annually evaluate the administrative body of the association or
company, expecting that:
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5.1
annual internal inspections of all farmers are made;
5.2
IBD;
internal inspections take into account the obligations of the farmers to the company and to
5.3
Guidelines are followed by the producers;
5.4
inspection reports are kept at the association or company;
5.5
the reports contain the actual information obtained during inspection.
6. IBD CERTIFICATIONS will impose the following sanctions on the association or company that
shows deficiencies in their internal inspection system:
6.1 Exclusion of the producers in non-conformity with the instructions of the technical body.
6.2 Irregular lots containing products of excluded producers will not be certified;
6.3 Suspension of the association or company for including producers who do not follow the
instructions of the administrative body.
6.4 Cancellation of the agreement if the association or company repeatedly acts against the
instructions of the Certifier.
7 – Certification conditions for groups: The certified entity shall be the group as a whole individual group members may not use the certification independently.
7.1
Therefore, the entity shall have a coordinated (centralized) marketing system for certified
products.
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APPENDIX XII – ENVIRONMENTAL FEATURES
1. GENERAL FEATURES
1.1. The undertaking shall seek to develop on sustainable bases, using natural resources in a
responsible manner, protecting and preserving the environment, in accordance with the Brazilian
environmental legislation and the international conventions on sustainable development.
1.2. Native forests are essential to the structuring of an agricultural organism (habitat of natural
enemies, biodiversity, microclimate, etc.) and due to its importance for the preservation of natural
sources (ciliar forest, springs, etc.) their presence is indispensable and shall be in accordance with the
Brazilian Forestry Code.
1.3. Opening of virgin or primary forest areas will not be allowed. Should this occur, the areas opened,
even if under organic management, will not be certified as organic immediately after the first crop, but
only at the third crop (or second year).
Exceptions: when the property has no further areas left to convert to organic management and the
expansion is justified, IBD CERTIFICATIONS can evaluate request for exceptional authorization; for
such, it is mandatory that the opening of new areas is in conformity with the Environmental and
Forestry laws and that it is authorized by competent official authorities.
1.4. The use of natural resources (energetic raw materials and/ or resources) shall be regulated by the
official inspection entities: environmental licenses, authorized use of water, authorization for mineral
and forest exploitation.
1.5. Agricultural management shall allow the conservation of soil structure and fertilization.
1.6. Residual waters and garbage from the property shall have adequate destination and treatment.
1.7. Use of fire is forbidden and will only be tolerated when there are no other technological
alternatives and when authorized by the competent entity and by IBD CERTIFICATIONS as a point
management and with a defined validity period.
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APPENDIX XIII – CRITERIA FOR EVALUATION OF INPUTS, ADDITIVES AND AIDS
(Eliminated. Being substituted by the Guidelines for the IBD Input Approval Program, of June
2009.)
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APENDIX XIV – AQUACULTURE
ISEAWEED PRODUCTION
These guidelines lay down detailed production rules for the collection and farming of
seaweed, that is, all multi-cellular marine algae or phytoplankton and micro-algae for further use as
feed for aquaculture animals.
IIANIMAL PRODUCTION
These guidelines lay down detailed production rules for species of fish, crustaceans,
echinoderms and molluscs , also to zooplankton, micro-crustaceans, rotifers, worms and other aquatic
feed animals.
I- SEAWEED PRODUCTIONGENERAL PRINCIPLES
1. The collection of wild seaweeds and parts thereof, growing naturally in the sea, is
considered as an organic production method provided that:
(a) the growing areas are of high ecological quality.
(b) the collection does not affect the long term stability of the natural habitat or the
maintenance of the species in the collection area.
2. The farming of seaweeds shall take place in coastal areas with environmental and health
characteristics at least equivalent to those outlined in item 1 in order to be considered organic. In
addition to this:
(a) sustainable practices shall be used in all stages of production, from collection of juvenile
seaweed to harvesting;
(b) to ensure that a wide gene-pool is maintained, the collection of juvenile seaweed in the
wild should take
place on a regular basis to supplement indoor culture stock.
(c) fertilisers shall not be used except in indoor facilities and only if they have been authorised
for use in organic production for this purpose.
1.
Suitability of aquatic medium and sustainable management plan
Operations shall be situated in locations that are not subject to contamination by products or
substances not authorised for organic production, or pollutants that would compromise the organic
nature of the products.
2.
Organic and non-organic production units shall be separated adequately.
2.1- Such separation measures shall be based on the natural situation, separate water
distribution systems, distances, the tidal flow, the upstream and the downstream location of the
organic production unit.
2.2- An environmental assessment proportionate to the production unit shall be required for
all new operations applying for organic production and producing more than 20 tonnes of aquaculture
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products per year to ascertain the conditions of the production unit and its immediate environment and
likely effects of its operation 2.3- The operator shall provide a sustainable management plan
proportionate to the production unit for aquaculture and seaweed harvesting. The plan shall be updated
annually and shall detail the environmental effects of the operation, the environmental monitoring to
be undertaken, and list measures to be taken to minimise negative impacts on the surrounding aquatic
and terrestrial environments, including, where applicable, nutrient discharge into the environment per
production cycle or per annum. The plan shall record the surveillance and repair of technical
equipment
2.4- For seaweed harvesting a once-off biomass estimate shall be undertaken at the outset.
3.
Sustainable harvesting of wild seaweed
3.1 Documentary accounts shall be maintained in the unit or premises and shall enable the
operator to identify and the control authority or control body to verify that the harvesters have supplied
only wild seaweed produced in accordance with this rule.
3.2. Harvesting shall be carried out in such a way that the amounts harvested do not cause a
significant impact on the state of the aquatic environment. Measures shall be taken to ensure that
seaweed can regenerate, such as harvest technique, minimum sizes, ages, reproductive cycles or size of
remaining seaweed.
3.3 If seaweed is harvested from a shared or common harvest area, documentary evidence
shall be available that the total harvest complies with this rule.
3.4 Records must provide evidence of sustainable management and of no long-term impact on
the harvesting areas.
4.
Seaweed Cultivation
4.1 Seaweed culture at sea shall only utilize nutrients naturally occurring in the environment,
or from organic aquaculture animal production, preferably located nearby as part of a polyculture
system.
4.2 In facilities on land where external nutrient sources are used the nutrient levels in the
effluent water shall be verifiably the same, or lower, than the inflowing water. Only fertilizers and
pesticides listed in Appendix I and II may be used. Culture density or operational intensity shall be
recorded and shall maintain the integrity of the aquatic environment by ensuring that the maximum
quantity of seaweed which can be supported without negative effects on the environment is not
exceeded.
4.3 Ropes and other equipment used for growing seaweed shall be re-used or recycled where
possible.
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5.
Antifouling measures and cleaning of production equipment and facilities.
5.1. Bio-fouling organisms shall be removed only by physical means or by hand and where
appropriate returned to the sea at a distance from the farm.
5.2 If the final product is fresh seaweed, flushing of freshly harvested seaweed shall use
seawater.
5.3 If the final product is dehydrated seaweed, potable water may also be used for flushing.
Salt may be used for removal of moisture.
5.4 The use of direct flames which come in direct contact with the seaweed shall be
prohibited for drying. If ropes or other equipment are used in the drying process they shall be free of
anti-fouling treatments and cleaning or disinfection substances except where a product is listed under
the IBD Guidelines for Cleaning products.
5.5. Cleaning of equipment and facilities shall be carried out by physical or mechanical
measures. Where this is not satisfactory only substances listed under the IBD Guidelines for Cleaning
Products may be used.
5.6 For feed originating from part of the holding itself: Up to 20 % of the total average
amount of feedingstuffs fed to livestock may originate from the grazing or harvesting of permanent
pastures, perennial forage parcels or protein crops, sown under organic management on lands in their
first year of conversion, provided that they are part of the holding itself and have not been part of an
organic production unit of that holding in the last five years. When both in-conversion feedingstuffs
and feedingstuffs from parcels in their first year of conversion are being used, the total combined
percentage of such feedingstuffs shall not exceed the maximum percentage of 60%.
5.7. For feed originating from other units but in conversion, up to 30 % of the total average
amount of feedingstuffs fed to livestock may used.
6.
Conversion Periods:
6.1. Conversion period for the location where seaweeds are to be harvested is 6 months.
6.2. The conversion period for a seaweed production unit is six months or corresponds to a
complete production cycle, opting for the longest considered period.
7.
Specific control requirements for seaweed
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When the control system applying specifically to seaweed is first implemented, the full
description of the site shall include:
a)
a full description of the installations on land and at sea; b) the environmental
assessment applicable; c) the sustainable management plan where applicable; d) for wild seaweed a
full description and a map of shore and sea collection areas and land areas where post collection
activities take place shall be drawn up.
8.
Seaweed Production Records
8.1 Seaweed production records shall be compiled in the form of a register by the operator
and kept available for the control authorities or control bodies at all times at the premises of the
holding. It shall provide at least the following information: a) list of species, date and quantity
harvested; b) date of application, type and amount of fertiliser used;
8.2. For collection of wild seaweeds the register shall also contain:
a) history of harvesting activity for each species in named beds;
b) harvest estimate (volumes) per season;
c) sources of possible pollution for harvest beds;
d)sustainable annual yield for each bed.
II- ANIMAL PRODUCTION
GENERAL PRINCIPLES
1.
With regard to the origin of the aquaculture animals:
1.1 Organic aquaculture shall be based on the rearing of young stock originating from organic
broodstock and organic holdings;
1.2 When young stock from organic broodstock or holdings are not available, non-organically
produced animals may be brought onto a holding under specific conditions;
2.
With regard to husbandry practices:
2.1 Personnel keeping animals shall possess the necessary basic knowledge and skills as
regards the health and the welfare needs of the animals;
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2.2 Husbandry practices, including feeding, design of installations, stocking densities and
water quality shall ensure that the developmental, physiological and behavioral needs of animals are
met;
2.3 Husbandry practices shall minimize negative environmental impact from the holding,
including the escape of farmed stock;
2.4 Organic animals shall be kept separate from other aquaculture animals;
2.5 Transport shall ensure that the welfare of animals is maintained;
2.6 Any suffering of the animals including the time of slaughtering shall be kept to a
minimum;
3.
With regard to breeding:
3.1 Artificial induction of polyploidy, artificial hybridisation, cloning and production of
monosex strains,except by hand sorting, shall not be used;
3.2 The appropriate strains shall be chosen;
3.3 Species-specific conditions for broodstock management, breeding and juvenile production
shall be established;
4.
With regard to feed for fish and crustaceans:
4.1 Animals shall be fed with feed that meets the animal's nutritional requirements at the
various stages of its development;
4.2 The plant fraction of feed shall originate from organic production and the feed fraction
derived from aquatic animals shall originate from sustainable exploitation of fisheries;
4.3 In the case of non-organic feed materials from plant origin, feed materials from animal
and mineral origin, feed additives, certain products used in animal nutrition and processing aids shall
be used only under the requirements of these guidelines.
4.4 Growth promoters and synthetic amino-acids shall not be used;
4.5 With regard to bivalve molluscs and other species which are not fed by man but feed on
natural plankton:
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4.6 Such filter-feeding animals shall receive all their nutritional requirements from nature
except in the case of juveniles reared in hatcheries and nurseries;
5.
With regard to disease prevention and veterinary treatment:
5.1 Disease prevention shall be based on keeping the animals in optimal conditions by
appropriate siting,optimal design of the holdings, the application of good husbandry and management
practices, including regular cleaning and disinfection of premises, high quality feed, appropriate
stocking density, and breed and strain selection;
5.2 Disease shall be treated immediately to avoid suffering to the animal; chemically
synthesised allopathic veterinary medicinal products including antibiotics may be used where
necessary and under strict conditions, when the use of phytotherapeutic, homeopathic and other
products is inappropriate. In particular restrictions with respect to courses of treatment and withdrawal
periods shall be defined;
5.3 The use of immunological veterinary medicines is allowed;
5.4 Treatments related to the protection of the human or animal health required by
communitarian legislation are authorized.
6.
With regard to cleaning and disinfection, products for cleaning and disinfection in
ponds, cages, buildings and installations, shall be used only if they have been authorized for use in
organic production under IBD specific Guidelines for Cleanning Products.
GENERAL RULES
1.
Suitability of aquatic medium and sustainable management plan
1.1 The provisions of Article I. 1 and I.2 shall apply to this Chapter.
1.2 Defensive and preventive measures taken against predators shall be recorded in the
sustainable management plan.
1.3 Verifiable coordination shall take place with the
their management plans where applicable.
neighbouring operators in drawing up
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1.4. For aquaculture animal production in fishponds, tanks or raceways, farms shall be
equipped with either natural-filter beds, settlement ponds, biological filters or mechanical filters to
collect waste nutrients or use seaweeds and/or animals (bivalves and algae) which contribute to
improving the quality of the effluent. Effluent monitoring shall be carried out at regular intervals
where appropriate.
2.
Simultaneous production of organic and non-organic aquaculture animals
2.1 IBD may permit hatcheries and nurseries to rear both organic and non-organic juveniles
in the same holding provided there is clear physical separation between the units and a separate water
distribution system exists.
2.2 In case of grow-out production, IBD may permit organic and non-organic aquaculture
animal production units on the same holding provided Article I.2.1 of this Regulation is complied with
and where different production phases and different handling periods of the aquaculture animals are
involved.
2.3 Operators shall keep documentary evidence of the use of provisions referred to in this
Article.
2.4 Production units must be located at an appropriate minimum distance from contamination
sources and conventional aquaculture.
3.
Origin of organic aquaculture animals
Conversion: Conversion of site shall address environmental factors and past use of the site
with respect to waste, sediment and water quality. The following conversion periods for aquaculture
production units shall apply for the following types of aquaculture facilities including the existing
aquaculture animals:
a) for facilities that cannot be drained, cleaned and disinfected, a conversion period of 24
months;
b) for facilities that have been drained, or fallowed, a conversion period of 12 months;
c) for facilities that have been drained, cleaned and disinfected a conversion period of six
months;
d) for open water facilities including those farming bivalve molluscs, a three month
conversion period. IBD may decide to recognize retroactively as being part of the conversion period
any previously documented period in which the facilities were not treated or exposed to products not
authorized for organic production.
3.1. Locally grown species shall be used and breeding shall aim to give strains which are
more adapted to farming conditions, good health and good utilisation of feed resources. Documentary
evidence of their origin and treatment shall be provided for the control body.
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3.2. Species shall be chosen which can be farmed without causing significant damage to wild
stocks. Article 25e
4.
Origin and management of non-organic aquaculture animals
4.1. For breeding purposes or for improving genetic stock and when organic aquaculture
animals are not available, wild caught or non-organic aquaculture animals may be brought into a
holding. Such animals shall be kept under organic management for at least three months before they
may be used for breeding.
4.2. For on-growing purposes and when organic aquaculture juvenile animals are not
available non-organic aquaculture juveniles may be brought into a holding. At least the latter two
thirds of the duration of the production cycle shall be managed under organic management.
4.3. The maximum percentage of non-organic aquaculture juveniles introduced to the farm
shall be 50 % by 31 December 2014 and 0 % by 31 December 2015.
4.4. For on-growing purposes the collection of wild aquaculture juveniles is specifically
restricted to the following cases:
a) natural influx of fish or crustacean larvae and juveniles when filling ponds, containment
systems and enclosures;
(b) European glass eel, provided that an approved eel management plan is in place for the
location and artificial reproduction of eel remains unsolved;
(c) the collection of wild fry of species other than European eel for on-growing in traditional
extensive aquaculture farming inside wetlands, such as brackish water ponds, tidal areas and costal
lagoons, closed by levees and banks, provided that:
(i) the restocking is in line with management measures approved by the relevant
authorities in charge of the management of the fish stocks in question to ensure the sustainable
exploitation of the species concerned, and
(ii) the fish are fed exclusively with feed naturally available in the environment.
5.
General aquaculture husbandry rules.
5.1. The husbandry environment of the aquaculture animals shall be designed in such a way
that, in accordance with their species specific needs, the aquaculture animals shall:
a) have sufficient space for their wellbeing;
b)be kept in water of good quality with sufficient oxygen levels, and
c) be kept in temperature and light conditions in accordance with the requirements of the
species and having regard to the geographic location;
d)in the case of freshwater fish the bottom type shall be as close as possible to natural
conditions;
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e) in the case of carp the bottom shall be natural earth;
f) Use of water containing human excrement is prohibited.
5.2. Stocking density and husbandry practices are set out in Annex I by species or group of
species. In considering the effects of stocking density and husbandry practices on the welfare of
farmed fish, the condition of the fish (such as fin damage, other injuries, growth rate, behaviour
expressed and overall health) and the water quality shall be monitored.
5.3. The design and construction of aquatic containment systems shall provide flow rates and
physiochemical parameters that safeguard the animals’ health and welfare and provide for their
behavioural needs.
5.4. Containment systems shall be designed, located and operated to minimize the risk of
escape incidents.
5.5. If fish or crustaceans escape, appropriate action must be taken to reduce the impact on the
local ecosystem, including recapture, where appropriate. Documentary evidence shall be maintained.
6.
Specific rules for aquatic containment systems
6.1 Closed recirculation aquaculture animal production facilities are prohibited, with the
exception of hatcheries and nurseries or for the production of species used for organic feed organisms.
6.2. Rearing units on land shall meet the following conditions:
a) for flow-through systems it shall be possible to monitor and control the flow rate and water
quality of both in-flowing and out-flowing water;
b) at least five percent of the perimeter (“land-water interface”) area shall have natural
vegetation. 3. Containment systems at sea shall: (a) be located
6.3. Containment systems at sea shall:
a) Be located where water flow, depth and water-body exchange rates are adequate to
minimize the impact on the seabed and the surrounding water body;
b) Shall have suitable cage design, construction and maintenance with regard to their
exposure to the operating environment.
6.4 Artificial heating or cooling of water shall only be permitted in hatcheries and nurseries.
7.
Management of aquaculture animals
7.1. Handling of aquaculture animals shall be minimised, undertaken with the greatest care
and proper equipment and protocols used to avoid stress and physical damage associated with handling
procedures. Broodstock shall be handled in a manner to minimize physical damage and stress and
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under anaesthesia where appropriate. Grading operations shall be kept to a minimum and as required to
ensure fish welfare.
7.2. the following restrictions shall apply to the use of
artificial light: a) for prolonging
natural day-length it shall not exceed a maximum that respects the ethological needs, geographical
conditions and general health of farmed animals, this maximum shall not exceed 16 hours per day,
except for reproductive purposes; b)Abrupt changes in light intensity shall be avoided at the
changeover time by the use of dimmable lights or background lighting.
7.3 Aeration is permitted to ensure animal welfare and health.
7.4 The use of oxygen is only permitted for uses linked to animal health requirements and
critical periods of production or transport, in the following cases: (a) exceptional cases of temperature
rise or drop in atmospheric pressure or accidental pollution, (b) occasional stock management
procedures such as sampling and sorting, (c) in order to assure the survival of the farm stock.
Documentary evidence shall be maintained.
7.5 Slaughter techniques shall render fish immediately unconscious and insensible to pain.
Differences in harvesting sizes, species, and production sites must be taken into account when
considering optimal slaughtering methods.
8.
Prohibition of hormones
The use of hormones and hormone derivates is prohibited.
9.
General rules on feeds
Feeding regimes shall be designed with the following priorities: (a) animal health; (b) high
product quality, including the nutritional composition which shall ensure high quality of the final
edible product; (c) low environmental impact.
10.
Specific rules on feeds for carnivorous aquaculture animals
10.1. Feed for carnivorous aquaculture animals shall be sourced with the following priorities:
a) organic feed products of aquaculture origin;
b) fish meal and fish oil from organic aquaculture trimmings;
c) fish meal and fish oil and ingredients of fish origin derived from trimmings of fish already
caught for human consumption in sustainable fisheries;
d) organic feed materials of plant origin or animal origin.
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e) feed products derived from whole fish caught in fisheries certified as sustainable under a
scheme recognised by the competent authority in line with the principles laid down in Regulation (EU)
No 1380/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council.
10.2. The feed ration may comprise a maximum of 60 % organic plant products.
10.3. Astaxanthin derived primarily from organic sources, such as organic crustacean shells
may be used in the feed ration for salmon and trout within the limit of their physiological needs. If
organic sources are not available natural sources of astaxanthin (such as Phaffia yeast) may be used.
10.4. Histidine produced through fermentation may be used in the feed ration for salmonid
fish when the feed sources listed in paragraph 10.1 do not provide a sufficient amount of histidine to
meet the dietary needs of the fish and prevent the formation of cataracts.
11.
Specific rules on feeds for certain aquaculture animals
11.1. Aquaculture animals as referred to in Annex I, Section 6, Section 7 and Section 9 shall
be fed with feed naturally available in ponds and lakes.
11.2. Where natural feed resources are not available in sufficient quantities as referred to in
paragraph 1, organic feed of plant origin, preferably grown on the farm itself or seaweed may be used.
Operators shall keep documentary evidence of the need to use additional feed.
11.3. Where natural feed is supplemented according to paragraph 11.2:
(a) the feed ration of siamese catfish (Pangasius spp.) as referred to in Section 9 of Annex I
may comprise a maximum of 10 % fishmeal or fish oil derived from sustainable fisheries;
(b) the feed ration of shrimps as referred to in Section 7 of Annex I may comprise a maximum
of 25 % fishmeal and 10 % fish oil derived from sustainable fisheries. In order to secure the
quantitative dietary needs of shrimps, organic cholesterol may be used to supplement their diets; where
organic cholesterol is not available, non- organic cholesterol derived from wool, shellfish or other
sources may be used.
11.4. Specific rules on feeds for organic juveniles: In the larval rearing of organic juveniles,
conventional phytoplankton and zooplankton may be used as feed.
11.5. Feed materials mineral origin may be used in organic aquaculture, only if listed in
Annex III.
11.6. Feed additives, certain products used in animal nutrition and processing aids may be
used if listed in Annex V.
12.
Specific Rules for Moluscs
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12.1
Growing area
12.2 Bivalve mollusc farming may be carried out in the same area of water as organic
finfish and seaweed farming in a polyculture system to be documented in the sustainable management
plan. Bivalve molluscs may also be grown together with gastropod molluscs, such as periwinkles, in
polyculture.
12.3 Organic bivalve mollusc production shall take place within areas delimited by posts,
floats or other clear markers and shall, as appropriate, be restrained by net bags, cages or other man
made means.
12.4 Organic shellfish farms shall minimise risks to species of conservation interest. If
predator nets are used their design shall not permit diving birds to be harmed.
13.
Sourcing of seed
13.1 Provided that there is no significant damage to the environment and if permitted by
local legislation, wild seed from outside the boundaries of the production unit can be used in the case
of bivalve shellfish provided it comes from:
(a) settlement beds which are unlikely to survive winter weather or are surplus to
requirements, or
(b) natural settlement of shellfish seed on collectors. Records shall be kept of how, where and
when wild seed was collected to allow traceability back to the collection area. However, seed from
non-organic bivalve shellfish hatcheries may be introduced to the organic production units with the
following maximum percentages when organic seed is available: 50 % by 31 December 2014 and 0 %
by 31 December 2015. If organic seed is not available, to start new organic production, non-organic
seed use is possible.
13.2 For the cupped oyster, Crassostrea gigas, preference shall be given to stock which is
selectively bred to reduce spawning in the wild.
14.
Inspections specific for shellfich.
Inspections must take place before and during maximum biomass production.
15.
Management
15.1 Production shall use a stocking density not in excess of that used for non-organic
shellfish in the locality. Sorting, thinning and stocking density adjustments shall be made according to
the biomass and to ensure animal welfare and high product quality.
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15.2 Biofouling organisms shall be removed by physical means or by hand and where
appropriate returned to the sea away from shellfish farms. Shellfish may be treated once during the
production cycle with a lime solution to control competing fouling organisms.
16.
Cultivation rules
16.1 Cultivation on mussel ropes and other methods
organic production.
listed in Annex I may be eligible for
16.2 Bottom cultivation of molluscs is only permitted where no significant environmental
impact is caused at the collection and growing sites. The evidence of minimal environmental impact
shall be supported by a survey and report on the exploited area to be provided by the operator to the
control body or control authority. The report shall be added as a separate chapter to the sustainable
management plan.
16.3 Specific cultivation rules for oysters Cultivation in bags on trestles is permitted.
These or
other structures in which the oysters are contained shall be set out so as to avoid the
formation of a total barrier along the shoreline. Stock shall be positioned carefully on the beds in
relation to tidal flow to optimise production. Production shall meet the criteria listed in the Annex I.
17.
General rules on disease prevention
17.1 The animal health management plan shall detail biosecurity and disease prevention
practices including a written agreement for health counselling, proportionate to the production unit,
with qualified aquaculture animal health services who shall visit the farm at a frequency of not less
than once per year and not less than once every two years in the case of bivalve shellfish.
17.2 Holding systems, equipment and utensils shall be properly cleaned and disinfected.
Only products listed in the Guidelines for Cleaning Products of IBD may be used.
17.3 The competent authority shall determine whether fallowing is necessary and the
appropriate duration which shall be applied and documented after each production cycle in open water
containment systems at sea. Fallowing is also recommended for other production methods using tanks,
fishponds, and cages; it shall not be mandatory for bivalve mollusc cultivation; during fallowing the
cage or other structure used for aquaculture animal production is emptied, disinfected and left empty
before being used again.
17.4 Where appropriate, uneaten fish-feed, faeces and dead animals shall be removed
promptly to avoid any risk of significant environmental damage as regards water status quality,
minimize disease risks, and to avoid attracting insects or rodents.
17.5
Ultraviolet light and ozone may be used only in hatcheries and nurseries.
17.6 For biological control of ectoparasites preference shall be given to the use of cleaner
fish and to the use of freshwater, marine water and sodium chloride solutions.
18.
Veterinary treatments
18.1
When despite preventive measures to ensure animal health, a health problem arises,
veterinary treatments may be used in the following order of preference: (a)substances
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from plants, animals or minerals in a homoeopathic dilution; (b) plants and their extracts
not having anaesthetic effects, and (c) substances such as: trace elements, metals, natural
immunostimulants or authorised probiotics.
18.2
The use of allopathic treatments is limited to two courses of treatment per year, with
the exception of vaccinations and compulsory eradication schemes. However, in the cases
of a production cycle of less than a year a limit of one allopathic treatment applies. If the
mentioned limits for allopathic treatments are exceeded the concerned aquaculture
animals can not be sold as organic products.
18.3
The use of parasite treatments, not including compulsory control schemes mandated
by the State, shall be limited to twice per year or once per year where the production
cycle is less than 18 months.
18.4
The withdrawal period for allopathic veterinary treatments and parasite treatments
according to paragraph 9.7.3 including treatments under compulsory control and
eradication schemes shall be twice the legal withdrawal period.
18.5
Whenever veterinary medicinal products are used, such use is to be declared to the
control body or the control authority before the animals are marketed as organic. Treated
stock shall be clearly identifiable.
19.
Transport of live fish
19.1
Live fish shall be transported in suitable tanks with clean
physiological needs in terms of temperature and dissolved oxygen.
which meets their
19.2
Before transport of organic fish and fish products, tanks shall be thoroughly cleaned,
disinfected and rinsed.
19.3
Precautions shall be taken to reduce stress. During transport, the density shall not
reach a level which is detrimental to the species.
20.
Documentary evidence shall be maintained.
21.
Prohibited Products. In case of organic plant, seaweed, livestock and aquaculture
animal production units, storage of input products other than those authorised under this Rule is
prohibited in the production unit.
21.1 The storage of allopathic veterinary medicinal products and antibiotics is permitted on
holdings provided that they have been prescribed by a veterinarian in connection with treatment and
that they are stored in a supervised location and that they are entered in the livestock record.
22.
Control arrangements for aquaculture animal production
When the control system applying specifically to aquaculture animal production is first
implemented, the full description of the unit shall include: a) a full description of the installations on
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land and at sea; b) the environmental assessment where applicable; c) the sustainable management plan
where applicable; d) in the case of molluscs a summary of the special chapter of the sustainable
management plan as required.
23.
Aquaculture animal production records
The following information shall be provided by the operator in the form of a register which
shall be kept up to date and made available for the control authorities and IBD at all times at the
premises of the holding:
a) the origin, date of arrival and conversion period of animals arriving at the holding,
b) the number of lots, the age, weight and destination of animals leaving the holding;
c) records of escapes of fish;
d) for fish the type and quantity of feed and in the case of carp and related species a
documentary record of the use additional feed;
e) veterinary treatments giving details of the purpose, date of application, method of
application, type of product and withdrawal period;
f) disease prevention measures giving details of fallowing, cleaning and water treatment.
24.
One operator and several production units.
Always when one operator explores several production units that produce non organic
aquaculture animals, these unites will also be submited to control and inspection, according to criteria
defined by IBD.
25.
Management of different species:
1.
Organic production of salmonids in fresh water:
Brown trout (Salmo trutta) — Rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss) — American
brook trout (Salvelinus fontinalis) — Salmon (Salmo salar) — Charr (Salvelinus alpinus) —
Grayling (Thymallus thymallus) — American lake trout (or grey trout) (Salvelinus namaycush)
— Huchen (Hucho hucho) Production system
Ongrowing farm systems must be fed from open systems. The flow rate must ensure a
minimum of 60 % oxygen saturation for stock and must ensure their comfort and the elimination of
farming effluent.
Maximum stocking density
Salmonid species not listed below 15 kg/m 3 Salmon 20 kg/m 3 Brown trout and Rainbow
trout 25 kg/m 3 Arctic charr 25 kg/m 3
2.
Organic production of salmonids in sea water:
Salmon (Salmo salar), Brown trout (Salmo trutta) — Rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus
mykiss). Maximum stocking density 10 kg/m 3 in net pens
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3.
Organic production of cod (Gadus morhua) and other Gadidae, sea bass
(Dicentrarchus labrax), sea bream (Sparus aurata), meagre (Argyrosomus regius), turbot (Psetta
maxima [= Scopthalmus maximux]), red porgy (Pagrus pagrus [= Sparus pagrus]), red drum
(Sciaenops ocellatus) and other Sparidae, and spinefeet (Siganus spp.) Production system
In open water containment systems (net pens/cages) with minimum sea current speed to
provide optimum fish welfare or in open systems on land.
Maximum stocking density
For fish other than turbot: 15 kg/m 3 For turbot: 25 kg/m
4.
Organic production of sea bass, sea bream, meagre, mullets (Liza, Mugil) and eel
(Anguilla spp.) in earth ponds of tidal areas and costal lagoons Containment system
Traditional salt pans transformed into aquaculture production units and similar earth ponds
in tidal areas
Production system
There shall be adequate renewal of water to ensure the welfare of the species, At least 50 % of
the dikes must have plant cover Wetland based depuration ponds required
Maximum stocking density
4 kg/m 3
EN L 204/32 Official Journal of the European Union 6.8.2009
5.
Organic production of Sturgeon in fresh water:
Species concerned: Acipenser family Production system
Water flow in each rearing unit shall be sufficient to ensure animal welfare Effluent water to
be of equivalent quality to incoming water
Maximum stocking density
30 kg/m 3
6.
Organic production of fish in inland waters:
Species concerned: Carp family (Cyprinidae) and other ssociated species in the context
of polyculture, including perch, pike, catfish, coregonids, sturgeon.
Production system:
In fishponds which shall periodically be fully drained and in lakes. Lakes must be devoted
exclusively to organic production, including the growing of crops on dry areas. The fishery capture
area must be equipped with a clean water inlet and of a size to provide optimal comfort for the fish.
The fish must be stored in clean water after harvest. Organic and mineral fertilisation of the ponds and
lakes shall be carried out in compliance with with a maximum application of 20 kg Nitrogen/ha.
Treatments involving synthetic chemicals for the control of hydrophytes and plant coverage present in
production waters are prohibited. Areas of natural vegetation shall be maintained around inland water
units as a buffer zone for external land areas not involved in the farming operation in accordance with
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the rules of organic aquaculture. For grow-out “polyculture” shall be used on condition that the criteria
laid down in the present specifications for the other species of lakes fish are duly adhered to.
Farming yield
The total production of species is limited to 1 500 kg of fish per hectare per year.
7.
Organic production of penaeid shrimps and freshwater prawns (Macrobrachium
spp.): Establishment of production unit/s
Location to be in sterile clay areas to minimise environmental impact of pond construction.
Ponds to be built with the natural pre-existing clay. Mangrove destruction is not permitted.
Conversion time
Six months per pond, corresponding to the normal lifespan of a farmed shrimp.
Broodstock origin
A minimum of half the broodstock shall be domesticated after three years operating The
remainder is to be pathogen free wild broodstock originating from sustainable fisheries. A compulsory
screening to be implemented on the first and second generation prior to introducing to the farm.
Eyestalk ablation
Is prohibited.
Maximum on farm stocking densities and production limits
Seeding: maximum 22 post larvae/m 2 Maximum instantaneous biomass: 240 g/m
7a Organic production of crayfish:
Species concerned: Astacus astacus, Pacifastacus leniusculus.
Maximum stocking density: For small-sized crayfish (< 20 mm): 100 individuals per m2. For
crayfish of intermediate size (20-50 mm): 30 individuals per m2. For adult crayfish (> 50 mm): 10
individuals per m2, provided that adequate hiding places are available.
8.
Molluscs and echinoderms: Production systems
Long-lines, rafts, bottom culture, net bags, cages, trays, lantern nets, bouchot poles and other
containment systems. For mussel cultivation on rafts the number of drop-ropes shall not exceed one
per square meter of surface area. The maximum drop-rope length shall not exceed 20 metres.
Thinning-out of drop-ropes shall not take place during the production cycle, however sub-division of
drop ropes shall be permitted without increasing stocking density at the outset.
9.
Tropical fresh water fish: milkfish (Chanos chanos), tilapia (Oreochromis spp.),
siamese catfish (Pangasius spp.): Production systems
Ponds and net cages
Maximum stocking density
Pangasius: 10 kg/m 3 Oreochromis: 20 kg/m 3
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APPENDIX XV - SUSTAINABLE FISHERY
1SCOPE
1.1 Fishing activity supplies an essential source of food, employment, recreation, commerce and
economic welfare to people all over the world, both for the current generation and for the future one.
Thus, it shall be conducted with responsibility and in accordance with the "Conduct Code for
Responsible Fishing" (FAO, 1995) in order to ensure the effective conservation, management, use and
recovery of live aquatic resources, including maintenance of the ecosystem and biodiversity.
1.2 The stages are considered to be: capture, handling, packing, processing, commerce of fish and
derived products, shipping and on-board activity and fishing interaction with the coastal area
management.
1.3 The multiple, integrated and sustained use of aquatic resources shall take into consideration the
fragility of aquatic ecosystems, the finite nature of these resources and the needs of seashore
communities. It shall also ensure that fishing interest and the need of conservation of resources is
taken into consideration and integrated into the management, planning and development of the coastal
area.
1.4 Besides the nutritional, economic, social and cultural significance of fishing, as well as the interest
of everyone involved in the fishing sector, such as fishermen, processors and distributors of fish and
its by-products, it shall also be taken into consideration that:
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fish is an integral part of the aquatic ecosystem with its own biological features and of its
environment;
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and also the interest of consumers and other users of the aquatic environment closely
connected to the fishing activity.
2. Definition
2.1 Fishing activities subject to certification as "ORGÂNICA" "IBD", are the responsible fishing
activities performed in a sustainable way, taking into consideration their legal, biological,
technological, economical, social, environmental and commercial aspects, which means that they may
continue indefinitely at a reasonable level; that keep and seek maximum improvement of ecological
health and abundance of stocks; that keep diversity, structure and function of the ecosystems they
depend on, as well as the quality of their habitat, reducing to a minimum the negative effects that they
may cause; that they are performed in a responsible way in accordance with local laws and
regulations, both national and international; that they keep the options and social and economic
benefits, both current and for the future; and that they are performed in a social, economically fair and
responsible way.
2.2 The users of live aquatic resources shall preserve the aquatic ecosystems. The right to fish is linked
to the obligation of performing it in a responsible way to effectively ensure the conservation and
sustainable management of live aquatic resources. Biologic diversity and its components in the aquatic
environment shall be used and maintained in a sustainable way, particularly avoiding the practices that
may cause irreversible changes such as extinction of genes and varieties, genetic erosion and/or
destruction of habitats on a large scale.
2.3 It shall be based on technological and scientific knowledge of fishing interaction with the
ecosystem and recognize the macro-regional and boundary nature of many aquatic ecosystems.
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2.4 The capture, handling, packing, processing/improvement, storage, transport and distribution of fish
and its by-products shall be performed in such a way that the nutritional value, quality and safety of
products are maintained to reduce waste and minimize negative impact on the environment. Always
and whenever suitable, exploitation in multiple trophic levels shall be taken into consideration, in a
coherent way with sustainable use of resources.
2.5 Any practice, fishing method or substance to be used in the Fishing Activity shall be in agreement
with these Guidelines or have previous authorization from IBD CERTIFICATIONS that shall analyze
each case regarding the issues not mentioned herein.
3. Conversion Period
3.1 This is the period required for all the fishing activity stages to be executed in a responsible and
sustainable way: capture, handling, packing, on-board activity, processing, transport, distribution and
trading of fish and derived products.
3.2 During this period, the fishing activity shall promote the protection of live aquatic resources, their
environment and coastal areas, as well as associated ecosystems and relevant environmental factors
and consider their contribution to edible quality and safety, giving priority to the nutritional needs of
local communities.
3.3 During this period, a standardization of behavior shall also be promoted in all the stages of the
activity for every person involved in the fishing sector, emphasizing the procedures concerned with
the mortality of fish caught.
3.4 Standards
3.4.1 In case fishing activities are not converted all at once, its stages may be converted separately in a
sequence from capture to trading, but each one shall be completely in agreement with the established
rules.
3.4.2 The person responsible for the conversion shall prepare a clear and objective plan for the
substitution of the procedures in use by those described in these regulations. The plan shall include:
3.4.3 Specific licenses (for fishing, work permit, sanitary or others) and other documents to prove that
legal rules are being followed;
3.4.4 History of fishing performed;
3.4.5 Updated fishing resource, including: size and stock productivity, reference point, stock condition
related to the reference point, mortality level and distribution, impact of fishing activities (including
disposal, capture of non-target varieties and associated or dependent, as well as environmental and
socio-economic conditions);
3.4.6 Capture techniques and features of fishing methods;
3.4.7 Any aspects that must be changed during conversion;
3.4.8 Any procedures with the aim of promoting consciousness of responsible fishing among those
involved in education/training.
4. Fishing Areas
4.1 These shall be defined within a wide preventive approach for conservation, management and
exploitation of live aquatic resources to protect them and preserve the aquatic environment, taking into
consideration the scientific results available.
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4.2 They shall be clearly represented in nautical maps where the fishing efforts performed shall also be
stated..
4.3 There shall be an appropriate distance from water and atmosphere pollution sources based on
specific analyses of water quality.
4.4 Standards
4.4.1 The area shall be clearly defined and subject to inspection as for location, water quality and any
other factors needed for compliance with the standards.
4.4.2 Any marine or fresh-water fishing habitats considered as critical such as paludals, mangroves,
reefs, lagoons and spawning and nursery areas shall be protected and fishing is forbidden according to
these standards. Any fishing community interested in obtaining certification shall specify the efforts
being made to protect such habitats from destruction, degradation, pollution and any other significant
impacts of human activities that menace health and the feasibility of fishing resources.
5. Fishing Management
5.1 Fishing management shall adopt procedures, actions, plans or any other instruments for the long
term conservation and sustainability of fishing resources by promoting the maintenance of quality,
diversity and availability of fishing resources, in a quantity sufficient not only for the current
generations, but also for the future ones, within a context of food safety, minimization of poverty and
sustainable development. Management shall not only assure the conservation of target varieties, but
also of the species pertaining to the same ecosystem or associated with or dependent on the target
varieties.
5.2 To prevent or eliminate fishing beyond stock capacity and to ensure that the level of fishing efforts
is compatible with the sustainable use of fishing resources, all legislation on fishing and conservation
of fishing resources shall be followed. As many of the fish stocks are beyond several boundaries,
throughout various areas, highly migratory and in the open sea, exploited by more than one country,
the existing legal rules, either national or international, shall be followed to ensure the sustainability of
resources in all its extent.
5.3 Standards
5.3.1 The Fishing Management Plan to be presented, taking into consideration that the long- term
sustainable use of fishing resources is the main objective to be pursued for conservation and
management, shall adopt the appropriate procedures defined by law, also based on the scientific
evidence available, in order to maintain stocks at the maximum sustainable production level,
determined by the relevant economic and environmental factors.
5.3.2 The person interested shall state in the Management Plan which procedures are being adopted
for the protection and minimization of impacts on associated or dependent species, the non-target
species (involved with fauna) and their environment.
5.3.3 The following shall also be taken into consideration:
5.3.3.1 The interests of fishermen, including those dedicated to fishing for sustenance, artisan and low
scale fishing.
5.3.3.2 Maintenance of the biodiversity of habitats and aquatic ecosystems.
5.3.3.3 Threatened varieties may not be caught.
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5.3.3.4 Evaluation of the impact of environmental factors on the target stocks and varieties belonging
to the same ecosystem or associated with or dependent on target stocks, determining the relationship
between populations in the ecosystem.
5.3.4
The entire stock over its total area of distribution shall be considered as a fishing objective,
taking into account the previously established management procedures used in the same region, as
well as any change and other biological features of stock. The scientific evidence available shall be
used to determine the area for resource distribution and the area through which migration occurs
during its life cycle.
5.3.5 Fishing beyond the support capacity of stocks is forbidden to allow them to remain
economically viable. The interested person shall ensure that the fishing effort is compatible with the
productive capacity of the fishing resource and its sustainable use and that there is no over-fishing or
fishing beyond capacity. This may be proved based upon existing scientific evidence, taking into
consideration the knowledge acquired by traditional populations regarding the resource and its habitat,
as well as by relevant environmental, economical and social factors.
5.3.6 It is forbidden to exploit stocks considered to be exhausted/ finished and these shall be able to
recover before fishing is authorized.
6. Capture
6.1 Capture techniques shall not cause environmental degradation or any negative social impacts,
including nutritional ones.
6.2 Any destruction of or negative impacts on mammals or reptiles protected by the legislation shall be
avoided (e.g. whales, dolphins, cowfish, turtles, etc.) and sea birds as well.
6.3 Fish, as any other food, may cause health problems as it may be contaminated at any moment from
capture to consumption. Contamination may occur since some pathogenic microorganisms are part of
the normal flora of fish, but in many cases toxic substances are introduced due to bad handling and
preparation (packing, processing and/or improvement).
6.4 One of the fish features is its great mortality, so it needs minimum care in handling and packing to
ensure its safety and quality.
6.5 Capture of non-target varieties (fauna or flora) and the impact on associated or dependent species
shall be minimized with the adoption of procedures including the development and use of selective
low cost and environmentally safe equipment and fishing techniques.
6.6 Standards
6.6.1
The fishing-boat and fishermen shall have authorization to fish.
6.6.2 Capture equipment, methods and techniques shall be compatible with responsible fishing,
optimizing capture by reducing losses after capture and using the appropriate technology for
packing/processing.
6.6.3
Appropriate procedures for the handling, packing and caring of the varieties caught shall be
adopted, as well as identifying the fish with a lot number, date of capture, equipment and technique
used, weight, geographic location, processing and packing used.
6.6.4 Only substances authorized by IBD CERTIFICATIONS may be used for packing and
processing, as stated in Appendixes II and V. Other substances need previous authorization from the
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Certifier, who will analyze in each case the justification for use. The use of any substances not
authorized by the Certifier will result in the loss of certification (please refer to item 11.2)
6.6.5 Any conflicts among fishermen using different fishing-boats, equipment or techniques shall
be avoided.
6.6.6 The traditional practices, interests and needs of the local populations and fishing communities
who are highly dependent on fishing resources for their survival shall be respected.
6.6.7 Legal procedures related to the size of fish, size of nets, equipment features, disposal,
protection, areas or zones reserved for certain species or for artisan fishing or where fishing is
forbidden, shall be followed.
6.6.8 Spawning and youth protection is mandatory and thus fishing shall be avoided in spawning
and nursery areas duly defined by legislation, through the knowledge of traditional communities or by
scientific literature available.
6.6.9 Adequate steps shall be taken to ensure that the resources and essential habitats for their
survival are not affected.
7. Equipment
Only environmentally safe selective equipment and capture techniques shall be used up to a viable
level, in order to preserve biodiversity, population structure and aquatic ecosystems and ensure
reproduction of the species and protect the quality of fish.
Where such equipment and techniques exist, they shall have priority in relation to others without these
features.
7.1 Standards
7.1.1 Existing legal regulations shall be followed as regards the use or prohibition of certain
equipment in the fishing of a specific resource.
7.1.2
Capture equipment or technique which is compatible with responsible fishing shall always be
chosen, using specific equipment for the preservation of protected mammals and aquatic reptiles and
marine birds.
7.1.3 The choice of certain equipment shall be based on the capacity of being selective enough to
minimize its environmental impact, waste, disposal, capture of non-target species or companions, such
as fauna and flora, and the impact on associated or dependent species and on the environment. The
interval for selection of equipment, method and strategy available for the industry or trade of the fish
and its by-products shall also be taken into consideration.
7.1.4 Effective steps shall be taken to avoid pollution, waste, disposal and capture by lost or
abandoned equipment (accidental fishing).
7.1.5 The use of equipment and capture techniques leading to capture disposal shall be avoided.
Priority shall be given to those that increase the survival rate of smaller fish.
7.1.6 In case new fishing equipment or a new method in a given area are introduced, a previous
evaluation shall be performed regarding the environmental and social consequences of this impact on
the habitat and ecosystem that is being considered and on the biodiversity and coast fishing
community as well.
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7.1.7 Specialized literature shall be checked to specify the knowledge of the behavior of the target
species and their companions as regards fishing equipment to minimize incidental disposal and protect
the biodiversity of ecosystems and aquatic habitats.
7.1.8 Fishermen and those interested in certification shall contribute to the development of
environmentally safe selective methods and fishing equipment.
8. Fishing-boat and On Board Activity
8.1 According to FAO, fishing is one of the most dangerous occupations in the world and many
occupational and work accidents are registered.
8.2 Fishing-boats shall have minimum standards for the prevention of pollution and to preserve
working conditions, safety and health on board by adopting all the existing measures and legal
regulations.
8.3 Fishing shall be conducted within the human life safety rules and the international regulations to
prevent collisions at sea, as well as the necessary requirements for maritime traffic, protection of
marine ecosystems and prevention of damages and loss of fishing equipment.
8.4 Standards
8.4.1 Health and safety standards shall be adopted for all the employees in the fishing activity.
8.4.2 Adequate procedures shall guarantee the food safety, nutritional value, harmlessness and quality
of fish before and during capture, packing on board, processing, storage and transport, particularly
complying with national regulations.
8.4.3 They shall be performed in adequate economical conditions where the fishing industry
operation promotes responsible fishing.
8.4.4 Information on fishermen including registration, description of service and qualification shall
always be updated.
8.4.5 Professional qualification and fishermen abilities shall be improved by means of
education/training programs and the necessary information on procedures contained herein and others,
both national and international, to ensure responsible fishing.
8.4.6 All data contained in the Data section (Nr 13) shall be supplied and prove they have been sent
to the adequate entity as per legal requirement.
8.4.7 Fishing masters/bosses or those in charge of fishing-boats shall not have committed serious
offences in their fishing activities.
8.4.8 Detailed records of the fishing-boat, its owner and fishing license shall be available for
inspection.
8.4.9
Insurance for the fishing-boat shall also cover the crew.
8.4.10
The practice of any destructive fishing such as the use of dynamite, poisons, etc. is forbidden.
8.4.11 The use of technologies and operational methods to reduce disposal shall be implemented, as
well as the application of capture technology, materials and methods that minimize the loss of
equipment and the effects of accidental fishing of lost or abandoned equipment.
8.4.12 If a new method or new fishing activity is introduced in a given area, a previous evaluation by
the proper entities or by the scientific community shall be obtained regarding the environmental and
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social consequences of this impact on the habitat or ecosystem being considered, as well as on the
biodiversity and on the coast fishing community.
8.4.13 The fishing-boats shall opt for energy optimization by adopting activities of less and/or more
efficient use of energy, either during capture or post-capture. For this purpose, owners, masters and
fishing bosses shall adjust all the equipment on board to optimize the use of energy.
8.4.14 The International Convention for Prevention of Pollution by Vessels - MARPOL 73/78, as
well as its pertaining legislation, shall be used. Owners, masters and fishing bosses shall ensure that
their fishing-boats have the appropriate and necessary equipment required by the Convention and by
the pertinent legislation and that all the waste and residues generated during trips have adequate
destination without causing any harm to human health or to the environment. Larger fishing-boats may
have a compactor or incinerator for waste treatment. They shall also minimize the use of provisions on
board that generate a large amount of waste, adjusting to the practices in use. The crew shall be
familiar with the correct procedures to be used on the fishing-boat in order to ensure that discharge
does not exceed the level allowed by the Convention or by the Environmental Legislation. These
procedures shall include, at least, the destination of oil residues and the management and storage of
waste, viscera and disposal.
8.4.15
Concentration of dangerous substances shall be maximally reduced in the emission of gases.
8.4.16 Owners, masters and fishing bosses shall ensure that their fishing-boats have the necessary
equipment to reduce the emission of substances that affect the atmospheric ozone layer. The crew
responsible for maintenance and equipment operation shall be familiar with the adequate procedures.
8.4.17 The use of chlorinefluorcarbones (CFCs) and hydrochlorinefluorcarbones (HCFCs) shall be
avoided in the fishing-boat refrigeration system. Owners, tenants, lessees of fishing-boats, as well as
masters and fishing bosses, shall seek alternatives to the use of CFCs and HCFCs in refrigeration and
to halogens in fire extinguishers and comply with the environmental legislation concerning the
disposal of these substances.
8.4.18 Docks and fishing piers shall supply potable water and adequate sanitary conditions, as well
as the deposition and adequate destination of waste, including oil, water containing oil and fishing
equipment. They shall also implement procedures to minimize pollution generated by the fishing
activity and other external sources, as well as fight against erosion and accumulation of sand. They
shall agree and be licensed by the authorities responsible for the management of the coast area/port
authorities.
9. Processing
9.1 It is the right of the consumer to have access to fish or derived products that are safe, healthy and
unadulterated.
9.2 Although recognizing the economic and social role of the processing industries, it is important to
take into consideration the economical, social, environmental and nutritional impacts of this activity as
well as its extremely polluting character.
Thus, priority shall be given to production methods and processing technologies, transport and storage
that are environmentally correct.
9.3 The use of any substances not listed in these Guidelines is subject to previous approval by
IBD, who will analyze each case.
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9.4 Standards
9.4.1 IBD CERTIFICATIONS General Guidelines shall be followed concerning processing standards
(item 10), when applicable, with the separation of certified lots from conventional ones, avoiding the
use of forbidden substances (item 10.1, 10.6, 11.1 and 11.2, Appendix V).
9.4.2 Waste and losses shall be reduced and adequate sanitary measures adopted to maintain the
quality and safety of the product.
9.4.3
Whoever is interested shall promote the use of accompanying fauna in such a way that it
meets the management described in responsible fishing.
9.4.4
Resources, mainly water and energy, shall be rationally used in an environmentally correct
manner, by using optimization measures.
9.4.5 Information shall be sought, as well as studies or scientific literature considering the
environmental and social effects of the activity to subsidize IBD CERTIFICATIONS in the
certification process.
9.4.6 The bases and purposes of procedures adopted for certification shall be explained to the
employees to facilitate their application and then have a profit in the implementation of such
procedures.
10. Storage, Transport and Distribution
All the procedures shall take into consideration the feature of the products being perishable and the
need to maintain their quality and sanitary condition for the consumer, considering the sanitary rules
in force.
10.1 Standards
10.1.1 Certified products shall be stored, transported and distributed separately from other products to
avoid contamination.
10.1.2 IBD CERTIFICATIONS General Guidelines shall be followed concerning storage, transport
and distribution procedures (item 10.10 to 10.16.1) when applicable, with the separation of certified
lots from conventional ones.
11. Commercialization
11.1. Fish and fishing products are among the most commercialized items based on natural resources,
specially frozen and gradually to a lesser degree canned or dried and their commercialization is
stimulated by the economic conditions that exist in most of the consumer markets and by the ideas
regarding the benefits for health derived from their consumption. Historically, fresh fish has had little
importance in commercialization due to being perishable and to its limited storage duration.
11.2 Commercialization of fish and fishing products shall promote the access of the consumer to good
quality products and be in agreement with correct conservation practices and resource management
and must not compromise the sustainable development of fishing and the responsible use of live
aquatic resources. It shall not result in environmental degradation or negative impacts on the
nutritional rights and needs of people to whom fish is critical for their health and welfare and to whom
other sources of proteins are not easily available or inaccessible.
11.3 One of the problems faced in the commercialization of fish is the existence of a great number of
go-betweens who, with their practice, are harmful to the fisherman and increase the price of fish to the
consumer and most of the times compromise the conservation and final quality of the product.
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11.4 Standards
11.4.1 Waste and losses shall be reduced and adequate sanitary procedures adopted to maintain the
quality and safety of the product for consumption.
11.4.2 Resources, mainly water and energy, shall be rationally used in an environmentally correct
manner, by using optimization measures.
11.4.3 Information shall be sought, as well as studies or scientific literature that considers the
environmental and social effects of the activity, in order to subsidize IBD CERTIFICATIONS in the
certification process.
11.4.4 Priority shall be given to reduce the chain of go-betweens from the producer to the final
consumer, thus facilitating the tracking of the product and ensuring better pricing and quality to the
final consumer.
11.4.5 Commercialization of live species, either for import or export, between states or countries,
shall take into consideration environmental risks and be duly authorized by the proper authority.
12. Reefs and Artificial Attractors
12.1 The use of artificial attractors on the surface, in mid and deep sea water, in order to increase the
population of fish stocks and increase fishing opportunities, shall be made in accordance with the
management plan of the coast area, if there is one, and licensed by environmental and port authorities,
taking into consideration navigation safety, the interests of fishermen (including artisan and for
subsistence) as well as the impacts on marine resources and ecosystems.
12.2 The choice of materials to be used and the geographic location shall also take into consideration
these impacts.
12.3 Authorization will be granted by IBD CERTIFICATIONS for each case and will take into
consideration these aspects and the respective license.
13. Data
Data originated from research and fishing production is the support for the conservation and
management of fishing resources, such as: biology and ecology of the resource, economy, climate
effect, environmental and socio-economical factors, knowledge of cost-benefit, effect of alternative
management to rationalize fishing, capacity to support stocks, fishing efforts, selective equipment,
exploitation rate, relative abundance of the target species, direct effects of fishing methods on target
species and their habitats, indirect effects of fishing on trophic structure.
13.1 Standards
13.1.1 Detailed records of fishing activities shall be collected and kept containing: features of
equipment and capture techniques used, information on the total capture of fish and accompanying
species, production of target species, disposal, waste, capture location, date, lot number, type of fish
caught, trophic level, purpose of fish, composition of unloading, accompanying fauna and flora, type
of packing and processing as well as other relevant information for evaluation of inspection (please fill
in Table IV).
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13.1.2 To ensure that sustained fishing management is being observed and to allow that social and
economic objectives are reached, an analysis of the social, economic and institutional factors shall be
obtained from collected and researched data.
13.1.3 Effective mechanisms of monitoring of lots, control and handling of fish to ensure compliance
with specified rules shall be used.
14. Social Aspects
Fishing facilities/means/resources and equipment/supply as well as all the fishing activities shall
ensure living conditions, safety, health and fair work and be in accordance with the law. The
important contribution of artisan fishing and low scale production is recognized for food safety,
employment and income.
14.1 Standards
14.1.1 Item 5.6 of IBD CERTIFICATIONS Guidelines shall be respected regarding the human aspects
for certification and use of the seal, adapted as required to professional and artisan fishermen,
cooperatives and fishing companies.
14.1.2 The rights of fishermen and workers, particularly those of artisan fishing, for subsistence and
low scale fishing shall be properly guaranteed in order to ensure their safe and fair subsistence and the
access, whenever convenient, to traditional fishing places/areas and resources.
14.1.3 Fishing shall be considered as a way to promote diversification of income and diet.
14.1.4 It shall be ensured that the resource is being used with responsibility and the adverse impacts on
the environment and on local communities are minimized.
14.1.5 Fishing performed by fishing-boats from other countries or rented boats shall be submitted to
the same regulations.
15. Consciousness-raising and Training
Fishermen and workers of the fishing sector must understand the great importance of conservation and
management of the fishing resources on which they depend.
Historically, the fishing sector has presented low rates of literacy, which has made it difficult to grant
capacity and qualification actions to those involved.
15.1 Standards
15.1.1 The consciousness-raising of responsible fishing shall be promoted by means of the
education/training of all those involved.
15.1. 2. Priority shall be given to literacy courses to all those involved in fishing activities.
15.1.3 Everyone must be aware of the established standards and be involved in the implementation of
the certification process.
15.1.4 Training in first aid, fire fighting, survival, rescue and safety at sea shall be given.
15.1.5 Identification of the main risks on board and training of crew as regards precautions and
procedures to be adopted to reduce these risks to a minimum is the obligation of ship owners,
masters/fishing bosses, unions and cooperatives.
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APPENDIX XVI – TEXTILE PROCESSING
1
SCOPE
1.1 The standards are applicable to all kinds of natural fiber products including, but not limited to:
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yarns
fabrics
ready-made clothes, clothing, rugs and textiles for decoration
non-woven products
1.2 These standards cover the processing of certified organic fibers and certified natural fibers.
2RAW MATERIALS
2.1 General Principles
2.1.1 The textile raw materials contained in a textile product shall be 100% organically produced.
2.1.2 The processing of textile raw materials into fibers shall be performed taking the environment
into consideration.
2.1.3 The non-textile raw materials in a textile product shall be harmless to the environment and to
human beings, both in production and consumption as well as in disposal.
2.1.4 The raw materials shall contain the features of the desired final product (e.g. naturally colored
fibers, natural flame retardant).
2.2 Conditions
2.2.1 Natural fibers shall be used.
2.2.2 IBD CERTIFICATIONS will regulate the contents and/or the emission of nickel, and chrome, as
well as other undesirable substances in non-textile accessories in each case.
2.3 Standards
2.3.1
Cotton defoliation
The use of cotton defoliants is prohibited.
2.3.2 Retting
Field retting of flax and other fibers is permitted. If wet retting or steam retting is used, appropriate
waste water must be treated or adequately used to avoid pollution.
2.3.3 Silk Production
Mulberry trees for silk production shall be organically cultivated.
If the silk is certified, IBD CERTIFICATIONS shall develop standards for the cultivation of silkworm
eggs and for yarn reeling. These standards shall require that:
a)
all agents, including disinfectants used in silkworm cultivation, egg cultivation and yarn
reeling meet the requirements for processing described in Chapter 8 of these Guidelines;
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b)
hormones and veterinary treatments be regulated in line with IBD CERTIFICATIONS animal
standards;
c)
products used in silk degumming (cocoon boiling) be readily biodegradable (OECD 31), and
there shall be appropriate wastewater treatment.
2.3.4 Wool Scouring
Tensides used for wool scouring shall be readily biodegradable (OECD 301) and there shall be
appropriate wastewater treatment.
2.4 Non-certified materials
When it is necessary to produce lasting quality, a certain function or fashion, IBD
CERTIFICATIONS will allow the use of non-certified materials according to the following:
2.4.1 Non-certified natural fibers
When a natural organic fiber certified as organic is not available in the required quantity or quality,
IBD CERTIFICATIONS will allow non-certified natural fibers to be mixed with certified fibers or
used in the production of certain details. Mixing certified organic and non-certified fibers of the same
type is not allowed.
2.4.2 Synthetic fibers
Synthetic fibers of regenerated or recycled cellulose may be used, with the exception of:
a) Fibers containing halogen (chlorofiber, Teflon, etc.);
b) Fibers which are, or whose production is, hazardous to human beings, to workers or to the
environment;
c) IBD CERTIFICATIONS shall supply lists of approved synthetic materials;
d) The mixing of non-organic fibers must be in accordance with IBD CERTIFICATIONS labeling
standards.
2.5 Accessories
2.5.1 Accessories may not contain more than 0.1 mg/kg of Cadmium.
2.5.2 Products which have non-textile accessories as the main part of the final product will not
be certified, unless adequate criteria are developed for such details.
3 PROCESSING IN GENERAL
3.1 General Principles
All processing units shall follow an integrated and environmental management system.
3.2 Conditions
Processing shall take place using appropriate techniques that cause the least damage to the
environment.
3.3 Standards
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IBD CERTIFICATIONS standards for storage, separation, identification, hygiene and management
of pests are applied here. However, these same standards do not apply to food additives and
processing accessories.
IBD CERTIFICATIONS may grant individual exceptions for separation requirements in instances
where such separation may lead to substantial environmental or economic disadvantages and where
there is no risk of mixing raw materials, e.g. a possible contact of an organic product with recycled
fluids that have been previously used for conventional production (mercerizing, starching, etc.). When
granting such exceptions, IBD CERTIFICATIONS will establish that there is no contamination of the
current process.
4 ENVIRONMENTAL CRITERIA FOR WET PROCESSING
4.1 General Principles
The wet processing of organic fibers in textiles shall not cause any negative environmental impact.
4.2 Conditions
4.2.1 The certification program will develop standards for the treatment of sewage and effluents
related to BOD (Biologic Demand of Oxygen) and COD (Chemical Oxygen Demand), heavy metals
and phosphorus, as well as the disposal of sewage sludge and solids.
4.2.2 The quality of waste treatment must be considered as regards the inputs being used.
4.3 Standards
4.3.1
Any production unit shall:
a) Comply with national regulations regarding environment;
b) Record the use of chemicals, water and power consumption and wastewater treatment used,
including the disposal of sewage sludge and analysis of effluents;
c) No later than one year after the initial certification develop a plan on how to improve the
environmental performance of production.
4.3.2 The processing unit must at least have an internal or external sewage treatment
(sedimentation, temperature, pH).
4.3.3 These environmental criteria only apply to the processing of certified textiles and not to the
whole factory, for an established period.
5. INPUTS
The use of chemical products (dyes, accessories, etc.) in textile processing is regulated. These inputs
are referred to as "products" in the text. The standards do not apply to lubricating oils for machinery,
paint for machines and facilities or similar, unless they are likely "to contaminate the fabrics".
5.1 General Principles
5.1.1 The processing of organic fibers shall use organic or natural substances. When this is not
possible, the use of synthetic chemical products and substances that may pollute the environment or
harm workers or consumers shall be avoided.
5.1.2 When assessing products, the total environmental impact shall be considered.
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5.2 Conditions
5.2.1 Processing of organic textiles shall avoid the use of synthetic chemical products, substances
which are environmental pollutants and substances which may harm the health or safety of workers or
consumers.
5.2.2 The use of bio-accumulating products and heavy metals shall be avoided.
5.3 Standards
5.3.1 All products used shall be declared by the processor, including relevant data on the
assessment (safety data).
Preservatives shall always be declared.
All recipes used must be approved by IBD CERTIFICATIONS in advance.
5.3.2 IBD CERTIFICATIONS shall develop criteria, in each case, for the evaluation of products.
Such criteria shall consider both biodegradation and toxicity:
Biodegradability
28 days (OECD
302 A)
May be approved
May be approved
Prohibited
Prohibited
<70%
>70%
<70%
Toxicity
for
aquatic
organisms (DL50 for
algae, water-fleas and
fish)
>100mg/l
10-100mg/l
<100mg/l
<1mg/l
5.3.3 The same rules shall apply to metabolites.
5.3.4 Considering the need to gain more experience in the evaluation of products, IBD
CERTIFICATIONS may develop alternative models or use other existing models if these ensure
satisfactory environmental performance. Such alternative models shall be published and IBD
CERTIFICATIONS shall document the results of such models when compared to the above model.
5.3.5 In any case, products may never be used if they are:
-Carcinogenic (R45)
-Mutagenic (R46)
-Teratogenic (R60-63)
-Toxic to animals - LD50 < 2000 mg/kg shall not be allowed
-Known to be bio-accumulative and are not biodegradable (<70% 28d OECD 302A)
-Listed in the negative list (please see 5.4)
(*)"R" refers to the European system as described in Reg. 92/32/EEC.
5.3.6 In addition, IBD CERTIFICATIONS shall not approve the use of a certain product if there are
appropriate alternatives available that:
. Are natural;
. Cause less environmental impact.
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5.4
Biocides, including PCP, TCP and PCB, may not be included in any input. No more than 1%
of the following chemicals may be present in any product:












alpha-MES
Antimony
AOX - Absorbable halogen hydrocarbons and substances that may cause their formation
APEO
DEHP
DTPA
EDTA
Halogen flame-proof agents
Heavy metals (please also refer to 6.1.6)
LAS
Organo-chloride carriers
Quaternary ammonium compounds (DTDMAC, etc.)
6. SPECIAL STANDARDS FOR DIFFERENT STEPS IN PROCESSING
6.1 Standards
Apart from the general criteria these special regulations apply:
6.1.1 Spinning oils (avivage) and knitting oils (needle oil) shall be readily biodegradable or of
vegetable origin.
6.1.2
75%.
Material used for starching shall be entirely biodegradable or be recycled to a minimum of
6.1.3 Sodium hydroxide or other alkali is permitted for mercerizing, but shall be recycled to the
highest possible extent.
6.1.4
Mordents shall not contain heavy metals above the limits indicated under "dyestuffs".
6.1.5
The following dyes may be used:
-
Dyes derived from plants (CI 75 000-75 999)
-
Mineral dyes that do not contain heavy metals.
6.1.6 The following dyes are excluded:
a.
dyes with heavy metals;
b.
metals with complex bonds in excess of 1g metal/kg textile;
c.
dyes that release aromatic amines that are already known to be, or are suspected of being
carcinogenic;
d.
dyes that are, or are suspected of being allergenic or carcinogenic.
6.1.7 IBD CERTIFICATIONS may grant limited exceptions for pigments that contain copper, if no
other alternative is available.
6.1.8 For other dyestuffs, the general criteria shall be applied for their evaluation.
6.1.9
Dyestuffs must not contain more than:
50 mg/kg of antimony
100 mg/kg of lead
50 mg/kg of arsenic
20 mg/kg of cadmium
100 mg/kg of barium
100 mg/kg of chrome
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2500 mg/kg of iron
250 mg/kg of copper
200 mg/kg of nickel
004 mg/kg of mercury
100 mg/kg of silver
1500 mg/kg of zinc
(ETAD Agreement)
1000 mg/kg of manganese
020 mg/kg of selenium
250 mg/kg of tin
Note: Although heavy metals in dyestuffs are prohibited, they may appear as contaminants in other
dyes. The above limits relate to such contamination.
6.1.10
Only printing methods based on water or natural oils are allowed.
6.1.11
Aromatic solvents are prohibited.
6.1.12
Color residues shall be recycled or disposed of in a safe way.
6.1.13
No restriction applies to mechanical or physical treatments.
6.1.14
IBD CERTIFICATIONS will develop standards to regulate other methods and
treatments which must at least satisfy the general criteria for chemical products.
7. LABELING
7.1 General Principles
Labeling shall be correct and contain information that is useful to the consumer.
7.2 Condition
IBD CERTIFICATIONS shall require that any substances known to cause allergies and which
have been used during processing be mentioned on the label.
7.3 Standards
7.3.1 Labeling of textiles follows IBD CERTIFICATIONS standards and the following special
regulations:
a.
the calculation of weight shall exclude the weight of non-textile accessories (buttons,
zippers, etc.);
b.
materials in non-textile accessories shall be declared;
c.
inputs used during processing need not be declared;
d.
information on supply, shrinking and washing shall be included on the label whenever
appropriate and applicable;
e.
the raw materials of textiles may be labeled "made with (x %) organically produced
fibers" provided at least 70% of the fibers are certified organic;
f.
labeling of the final product, except for the data referring to the agricultural origin of
raw materials, cannot take place until certification programs develop a positive list of ingredients and
processing aids.
7.3.2 When textiles constitute only part of the final product (e.g. furniture), these may be declared
in accordance with this standard, but it must be clear on the label that this only refers to the textile part
of the product.
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8. Abbreviations used in the textile standards
CI
BOD
COD
ETAD
LC50
OECD
Alfa-MES
AOX
APEO
DEHP
DTPA
EDTA
LAS
PCB
PCP
TCP
Color Index
Biologic Oxygen Demand
Chemical Oxygen Demand
Ecological and Toxicological Association of Dyestuff Industries
Lethal Concentration (50% mortality)
Organization of Economic Cooperation and Development
alpha-methyl ester sulfonate (C 16/18)
Absorbable halogen hydrocarbons and substances that may cause
their formation
Alkaliphenoloxylate
Diethylhexylphtalate
Diethylenetriamine penta-acetate
Ethylendiamine tetra-acetate
Linear alkyl benzene sulfonate
Polychlorinated Biphenyls
Pentachlorophenol
Tetrachlorophenol
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APPENDIX XVII - GENETICALLY MODIFIED ORGANISMS AND THEIR PRODUCTS
1INTRODUCTION AND DEFINITIONS
1.1 Genetic Engineering:
Molecular biology techniques where genetic material of living beings, cells and other biological units
that may be changed in ways or with results that cannot be obtained by methods of natural
reproduction and natural recombination.
These techniques include recombinant DNA, cell fusion, micro and macro encapsulation, gene
deletion and duplication, introduction of external gene, changes in gene position and animal cloning.
These techniques do not include selection, conjugation, fermentation, hybridization, in vitro
fertilization and culture of tissues.
1.2 Genetically Modified Organisms and Transgenic
Organisms produced by means of Genetic Engineering.
2 Principles of organic production and Genetically Modified Organisms
2.1
Exclusion of Genetic Engineering:
The use of GMOs and their derivatives (including ingredients, additives and processing aids) is
prohibited for the production and processing of organic food, due to their incompatibility with the
principles of organic agriculture, their irreversible nature and potential risks to the environment and to
human health.
2.1.1 The use of any ingredient, additive or processing aid will require the presentation of a
statement by the producer (a model may be obtained at IBD) stating that the production of such
ingredient, additive or processing is exempt of GMOs. All producers that do not provide this statement
will not have their products authorized for use in organic processing.
2.2 Organic products must be free from contamination by GMO or GMO derivatives. All
certified operations must implement measures to prevent such contamination during each pertinent
step in production, processing, storage and transport. These measures must be described in a specific
document, hereafter called “GMO Monitoring Procedures”, in accordance with the specifications
listed below.
2.2.1 Considering that agricultural production may be contaminated by GMOs from external
sources, the above document must include an evaluation of the contamination risk level and the
measures taken for prevention. Factors such as distance, the possibility of pollen dispersion, climatic
conditions and predominant wind direction, topography, natural and created barriers, type of crop and
blooming period must be considered.
2.3
The presence of GMOs inside certified operations is prohibited and those operations where a
significant GMO contamination is detected (either in fields, storage facilities or food), will be
excluded from the certification process. This evaluation will be performed by IBD, respecting the
individual features of each case.
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2.3.1 The contamination of organic products by GMO that results in circumstances beyond the control
of the producer may modify the certification status as well. More details are described in item 9.
3. ORGANIC PRODUCTION
3.1 Production units may not concomitantly produce GMOs.
3.2 The use of seeds, seedlings, propagation material and inoculating agents that contain GMOs
and/ or derivatives is forbidden. For all these substances, statements will be required from the
manufacturer and are subject to corroborative analysis. Companies that do not provide this statement
will not have their products authorized.
3.2.1 Ideally, the operation must produce its own seeds, thus maximally ensuring noncontamination by transgenic material. As of January 2004, all purchased seeds must be organic.
3.2.2 The seed supplier must provide IBD CERTIFICATIONS with criteria to ensure noncontamination with transgenic material. IBD CERTIFICATIONS may visit the seed supplying
companies as part of the inspection to be performed at the organic operation.
3.3 Feed, fodder and concentrates that contain GMOs and their derivatives are prohibited. For all
these substances, the manufacturer must present statements assuring the exemption of the use of GMO
inputs in the production of ingredients, additives and aids and they are subject to corroborative
analysis. Companies that do not present the statement will not have their products authorized.
3.4 The use of embryos, semen and animals originated from genetic engineering is prohibited.
3.5 During field inspection, analyses will be performed with protein detection kits (Lateral Flow
Strips) and/or samples will be taken for laboratorial analysis, including conventional production areas.
3.5.1 Group certification operations must have a described procedure to perform such tests in
accordance with IBD CERTIFICATIONS certification standards on all properties. Samples must be
collected and their counterproofs must be properly identified and available to the inspector. For further
information, please contact IBD CERTIFICATIONS.
3.5.2 Group certification operations must create procedures for checking and discovering cases of
GMO detection, visiting the producer and evaluating the level of contamination.
3.6 There must be a description of the cleaning procedures of all equipment and these procedures
must be adequate to prevent GMO contamination, especially if the equipment is not exclusively used
for organic products. In this case, it is suggested to create a list to check the cleaning procedure.
3.7 All bags used must be new and the means of transport must be clean and ensured against
contamination.
3.8 Inputs, processing aids and ingredients shall be tracked until the previous stage in the biological
chain, i.e., until its organism of direct origin, to check if they are not GMO derivatives. (An organism
of direct origin is defined as a plant, animal or specific micro-organism that produces the input or
ingredient, or that originates a secondary or indirect organism which, in its turn, produces this
ingredient or input). This determination is valid for any substances allowed in Appendixes I, II, III, IV
and V of these Guidelines.
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4. STORAGE AND PROCESSING
The presence of GMOs at any processing and/or storage unit working with organic products is
prohibited. All reception, storage and processing units must have specific documents describing the
procedures carried out for sampling and analyses of the loads received, cleaning of the equipment
used, lot generation and the sampling performed in each lot. In addition, the sample duplicates of each
load received and each lot must be available to IBD CERTIFICATIONS and may only be discarded
with a written authorization from IBD CERTIFICATIONS. This description of procedures shall be
evaluated by IBD CERTIFICATIONS as soon as it is available.
4.1 Sampling at reception: for each twenty tons of products, the whole load must be analyzed by
means of a kit test before being approved to enter the organic product warehouse.
4.1.1 If the presence of GMOs is detected, IBD CERTIFICATIONS must be immediately informed,
the supplier of the load must be identified and a new sampling must be performed in order to evaluate
contamination.
4.1.2 All loads must be identified and traceable from reception to final lot formation.
4.1.3 For the operations where the genes of raw material will be destroyed by processing (e.g. by
being exposed to very high temperatures) the GMO contamination control must be more strictly
carried out with special care to the steps of supplier selection and the formation of raw material lots
before processing.
4.1.4 Raw material that is certified by other agents may only be received after written authorization
from IBD, after a recertification or revalidation process of the operation. The operation that does not
follow this procedure will receive sanctions and penalties.
4.2 Processing and formation of final lots: the formation of the final lot, its storing and the way of
transporting and marketing must be totally coherent with each other and with ensured traceability, so
that sampling may occur according to the standards established by IBD CERTIFICATIONS in the
following items.
4.2.1 Certified operations must keep all documents that prove the formation of lots in order and
available to IBD CERTIFICATIONS.
4.3 In order to allow the consolidation of export shipments, either in containers, in ships, in bulk or
packaged, and to optimize sampling and analysis costs, the sealing and sampling plans must be
adapted to each case and foresee the inspection in loco and previous notification to IBD
CERTIFICATIONS to issue the certificate for each consolidated shipment.
5. SAMPLING
The sampling procedures, either for receiving shipments or for lot consolidation and export
certification, must be performed according to the criteria below. To understand how important it is to
have strictly established procedures, one must consider that 20 tons of grains contaminated with
0.09% of GMOs, which would be equivalent to 18 kg of GMOs and would not be detected by the
quick test, would be enough to contaminate 180 tons and thus invalidate the organic certification of
this amount.
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5.1 Considering the possibility of contamination and its consequences, processing and trading
companies must establish the following points in the agreements with their suppliers: responsibilities
for non-contamination of shipments as well as the routine of sampling and the legal validity of the
samples, which means defining where the responsibility of the supplier ends and where the
responsibility of the company begins.
5.1.1 Sampling at production units may be performed by means of sampling on the field, during
harvest, at storage or before transport. The operation is responsible for the sampling procedure and it
must be documented. It is recommended to take a minimum sample of 1 kg to represent every 20 tons.
Basically, once the seeds are certified and the transport conditions are safe, the quick tests of the
shipments received at the processing/storage units are sufficient, but it is necessary to perform a
sampling of the property and keep this sample available for analysis. Samples may only be discarded
after written authorization from IBD CERTIFICATIONS. The operation is allowed to perform a
minimum processing of the sample with the specific purpose of preserving it, as long as this is
described in the procedures of the company.
5.2 The final lots and export shipments will be analyzed by the qualitative biomolecular detection
method (PCR), which must have a negative result. In case any GMOs are detected, all sub-samples
and initial samples must be analyzed until the contamination source is defined, so that the necessary
measures may be taken. If an operation cannot provide the complete traceability for GMO detection,
this operation will be preventively suspended until the due responsibilities are defined and the
necessary measures are taken.
5.3 To form final lots, every operation has the necessary autonomy to prepare samplings according to
its internal procedures. The following method serves as an example, taking into consideration that the
first step is obligatory:
a)
for each twenty tons of raw material, 4 kg of samples are collected in the most representative
way possible (by transport via belts, bulk-liner, in bags). There must be a minimum of 20 sub-samples
in those 20 tons. After homogenization of this sample, it is divided in two: one part serves as a
counter-sample and the other one for new sample composition.
b)
when there are five samples from the previous step, these are mixed and homogenized with
separation of a counter-sample and the other one for new sample composition into a new sample.
c)
thus, five new samples from the second stage can be homogenized again to prepare the final
sample. This sample must be analyzed in a laboratory with technical capacity recognized by IBD
CERTIFICATIONS. Moreover, all counterproofs must be available until IBD CERTIFICATIONS
issues a written authorization to discard them.
d)
following this method, a qualitative PCR analysis will validate the certification of 500 tons of
product.
e)
all samples must be identified with the lot number and information about the place, date and
time of collection.
5.4 Sampling plans and adequacy of procedures will be evaluated in loco by IBD CERTIFICATIONS
inspectors, who may take new samples and send them for analysis at any time.
5.5 GMO Monitoring Procedures must contain the flowchart of all internal stages of the company,
showing the sampling points and the traceability documents needed at each stage.
6. Risk List
Products which are potentially originated or derivatives of GMO:
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Cotton potentially GMO
Potato potentially GMO
Canola potentially GMO
Maize potentially GMO
Soy Potentially GMO
Lecithin Albumin potentially derived GMO
Amino acids potentially derived GMO
Flavoring potentially derived GMO
Casein potentially derived GMO
Preservatives potentially derived GMO
Enzymes potentially derived GMO
Starch potentially derived GMO
Yeast potentially derived GMO
Pheromones potentially derived GMO
Glycerines potentially derived GMO
Fats potentially derived GMO
Micro Organisms potentially derived GMO
Plant oils potentially derived GMO
Pectin potentially derived GMO
Tocopherol potentially derived GMO
Vitamins potentially derived GMO
7. Summarized table of procedures for the operation
All operations must fill in the table below, reply to the questions related to the working area of the
operation and send a copy to IBD CERTIFICATIONS. In cases of GMO identification, IBD
CERTIFICATIONS must be immediately informed. The numbers in brackets are those recommended
by IBD CERTIFICATIONS.
Stage
1.
s
Seed
2.
Prod
uction
3.
Tran
sport from
producer to
purchaser
4.
Rec
eption at
warehouse or
processing
unit
Procedure
Organic supplier must be
registered at IBD
CERTIFICATIONS (1)
Preventive measures (2)
Responsibilities and
guarantees during
transport. Producer must
keep one sample for
each loaded truck.
(3)
NON- GMO approval
before co-mingling or
separate storing (4)
1
samp
le per
unit
(1
ton)
Nr. sub
samples
Ana
lysis
(20)
KIT
(10
ha)
(20)
KIT
(20
ton)
(20)
----
(20
ton)
(20)
KIT
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5.
Recl
assification
and
processing
6.
Cont
ainer sealing
for export.
Each prepared lot must
be sampled and analyzed
(5)
Container (5) (6)
Ship (5) (6)
(Up
to
1,000
ton)
(Up
to
1,000
ton)
(up to
1,000
ton)
(1 per 2
ton)
PCR
(1 per 2
ton)
PCR
(1 per
10 ton)
PCR
(1) In case the supplier is not certified by IBD, a sample must also be stored and in this case every lot
acquired shall pass though a PCR analysis of the supplier and additional guarantees such as a
statement or certification of the company.
(2) The producer must constantly evaluate the risk of exposure to GMOs and take all possible
measures to prevent contamination by external sources or equipment. A checklist must be prepared for
equipment of common use for certified and non-certified products.
(3) The security procedures must include samplings with legal value, with protocols signed by the
driver, shipping checklist among others. Warehouses for formation of lots shall have written
procedures approved by the certifier. A system of traceability shall be inserted in this document.
(4) Suppliers and the procedures for loading shall be listed, evaluating the risk of contamination and
separate storage, if necessary. A traceability system shall be inserted into this document as well as a
description of procedures in case of a positive test.
(5) The description of lots of processed products, sampling forms and guarantees shall be according to
the characteristics of each company. A traceability system shall be inserted into this document.
According to company characteristics, combined samples from several containers shall be taken and
procedures described if PCR test is positive.
(6) If the lots used for container forming are sampled according to (5), guarantees must be presented
of safe transport from warehouse to the container sealing. Sampling of container/ship must be made.
8. Flowchart of sampling plan for export.
The flowchart below shows in a general way the procedures suggested in item 5. Variations may
occur regarding the number (N) of samples (A1) that will originate a new combined sample (A2) and
regarding the co-mingling steps (A3, A4, etc).
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9. Lots contaminated with GMOs
9.1 With evidence of fraud: the lot, area or product loses organic certification.
9.2 With evidence of accidental contamination: the lot may be approved, after checking by IBD,
under the following conditions described in the Transaction Certificate:
a) If the GMO contamination is up to 0.1 %, the Transaction Certificate will state the following: "All
products are produced without GMO ";
b) If the GMO contamination is up to 0.3 % for canola, 0.5 % for maize, potato, cotton, tomato and
chicory and 0.7 % for soybean, the Transaction Certificate will state the percentage of contamination
without
the
sentence
1 Sample of 2Kg (AI), identified
20 ton
20 mixed sb-samples,
from the
of grains
from which 4kg are
previous
1 counter-sample of 2Kg (CPI), identified
taken
item.
20 ton of
grains
20 ton of
grains
A1
A1
A2
A2
A2
CP3
20 ton of
grains
A1
20 ton of
grains
20 ton of
grains
20 ton of
grains
A1
A1
A1
CP2
A2
A3
A2
A2
Analysis and PCR of 500 ton
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APPENDIX XVIII - PRODUCTION OF EDIBLE MUSHROOMS
1. Principles
1.1 Guidelines for the production of edible mushrooms apply to the technical activity of production of
mushrooms for nourishment and therapeutic purposes. The Guidelines refer to the rational production
with management, monitoring and control by a responsible technician and/or producer.
1.2 These guidelines do not cover wild harvest collection of mushrooms nor their production without
monitoring of the productive process. In this case, we suggest consulting the specific Appendix for
wild crop harvesting (Appendix VI)
1.3 Properties dedicated to mushroom production will be considered units in process of certification
and must have all their productive activities (vegetable and animal) converted to the organic system
within a maximum period of five years, in compliance with Chapter 2 of the General Guidelines.
2. General conditions
The following basic requirements are necessary for the production of edible mushrooms to receive the
"IBD CERTIFICATIONS Organic" certificate:
2.1 Substratum
2.1.1 The production of compost (straws, sugar cane bagasse etc.) may use lignocellulose materials
from non-certified areas until December 31 2004, as long as there are records of origin of these
materials and the areas of origin of this raw material are available for visitation during inspection.
2.1.2 Materials used for compost enrichment (soy meal, wheat meal etc.) may not be of GMO origin.
According to each case, a non-GMO statement will be requested. Additionally, for the European
standard CE 834/2007, any agricultural materials must come from organic production systems.
2.1.3 The use of manure will be allowed in any percentage when there are documents to prove that:
the feeding of the animals did not include any GMOs; the feeding of the animals did not include any
hormones nor was there any use of antibiotics; the manure did not come from industrial livestock
production systems; there was no use of pesticides to control insects in the manure; the production of
manure is in compliance with the state environmental law. Manure without evidence of origin may be
used in amounts up to 10% of the dry weight of the compost pile. Additionally, for the European
standard CE 834/2007, all excrements/manure must come from organic production systems.
2.1.4 The use of externally produced composts (commercial products) will be authorized if the
product is certified by IBD CERTIFICATIONS or another certifier that has reciprocity with IBD
CERTIFICATIONS or after a negative result of analyses for heavy metals and pesticides and
nematodes. Both purchase and sale of compost must be carried out with the presentation of invoices.
2.1.5 Fertilizers used in the compost must be in compliance with the guidelines in Appendix I and
with the maximum heavy metal concentrations mentioned in this same Appendix.
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2.1.6 The wood used in the substratum must be free from chemical treatment and originate from a
plantation or cut authorized by an authorized environmental entity.
2.1.7 For production on axenic or pasteurized substratum, the sawdust used must be from wood of
legalized origin and without chemical treatment and the sources of nitrogen (soy meal, wheat meal
etc.) must not be from GMO.
2.1.8 If the boiler for the production of steam to pasteurize /sterilize the substrate is fueled by wood,
this wood must be of legalized origin.
2.1.9 The production of substratum and the final destination of the substrate must not cause any kind
of environmental damage.
2.1.10 The liquid residues from the composting process must not cause any kind of environmental
damage. It is recommended to recycle them in the productive process.
2.2 Production
2.2.1 If the facilities are built of wood, the material must be from a legalized origin, authorized by a
competent environmental agency.
2.2.2 Facilities that have already been used for other purposes must be exempt from residues that
could potentially jeopardize the organic quality of the mushroom production (pesticides, livestock
residues, crop residues etc.).
2.2.3 The water used for production must have been recognized as potable by a reliable laboratory.
2.2.4 Inoculums (seeds) acquired outside the property must come from regularized producers that can
issue bills of sale.
2.2.5 Pest control (mites, flies, nematodes, etc.) must be performed with products in compliance with
items 1, 2, 3 and 4 of Appendix II of these Guidelines.
2.2.6 Manure and fertilizers used for productivity enhancement must be in compliance with Appendix
I of these Guidelines and respect the maximum concentrations of heavy metals mentioned in the same
document.
2.2.7 Whenever the certifier deems it necessary, a quality monitoring of the compost, the fresh product
or the dry product, by means of residue analysis (pesticides, heavy metals, GMO and others), may be
requested.
2.2.8 The covering layer (soil, earth, turf, coal, etc.) must come from a certified property and/or
extraction duly legalized by a competent environmental agency. If this is not the case, there must be
records of origin, and the place of origin must be available for visitation by an IBD
CERTIFICATIONS inspector. The use of Formol, methyl bromide or similar products for disinfection
of the covering layer will not be allowed.
2.2.9 Pesticide analyses may eventually be requested at any stage of the production process (compost,
fresh or dry mushroom) according to the criterion of the certifier, whenever it is considered necessary.
Please see the issue of the parameters used.
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2.3 Processing
2.3.1 The use of radiation for sterilization of the product is not allowed.
2.3.2 In processing, the ingredients must be in compliance with Appendix V of these Guidelines, with
the exception of citric acid that may be used for the manufacturing of preserves.
2.3.3 Washing and processing facilities must obligatorily follow the sanitary agency rules, with
environmental license, operation license and other pertinent documents.
2.3.4 Washing and processing facilities must have their own Manual of GMP (Good Manufacturing
Practices).
2.3.5 The disinfection and cleaning of products used in the processing and storage facilities must be in
compliance with the products mentioned in item 5 of Appendix II.
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APPENDIX XIX - RESTAURANTS AND CATERING SERVICES
These guidelines refer to food services, restaurants, coffee houses, self-service and catering
establishments that prepare and sell organic food to the general public.
1. Specific Dishes
1.1 An establishment will be allowed to apply for certification of specific dishes or specific items in
the menu or other items such as special food and drinks prepared and presented for sale as "organic" or
“containing organic ingredients".
1.2 In order to allow such certification, these items on the menu, food and drinks, as well as the
facilities in which these items are prepared, must be in compliance with the other sections of these
guidelines.
1.3 The production of plants, animals, the processing and the processing aids meant for use in organic
restaurants are established in these guidelines.
1.4 When organic and non-organic food is prepared in the same kitchen, an efficient cleaning system
must be implemented, with documents describing its implementation and operation procedures.
1.5 When items on the menu, food and drinks are prepared in compliance with these guidelines, the
IBD CERTIFICATIONS Organic seal and any another description of the product as organic may be
used for the items in question (and only for these items) to identify the organic status in menus and
promotional material.
2. The operation as a whole:
2.1 Organic certification for the operation as a whole may be requested by establishments where all
aspects of the operation comply with all the relevant sections of these guidelines.
2.2 The establishment may be certified with a minimum of 70% of organic ingredients.
2.3 Previously packaged food and drinks, already bought and supplied in this form, served directly to
the consumer in its original packaging, do not need to be covered by certification of the whole
operation; however if served out of sight of the consumer, this food must be included in the
certification.
2.4 The term “organic” may only be added to the name of the establishment when the whole operation
is certified.
2.5 When the operation complies with these guidelines in all relevant aspects, the organic seal and any
description may be used by the operation as whole.
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3. Ingredients and processes:
3.1 When a product or ingredient is served as organic, the entire operation must use the same product
or ingredient. The product or ingredient cannot be served as non-organic at the same time.
3.2 The establishments must take all precautionary measures to ensure that there will be no lack in the
supply of approved organic ingredients. In such situations, the substitution of approved organic
ingredients by alternative approved organic ingredients may occur without previous permission from
the certifier as long as this use is planned and recorded.
3.3 The substitution by non-organic products is not possible.
3.4 The use of microwaves to prepare, heat or cook an organic dish or such dishes that contain organic
ingredients must be clearly identified and labeled.
4. Natural and game products
4.1 Fish, crustaceans, clams, game and other products identified as originated from natural, not
predatory, wild harvest collection, may be used as organic items, if duly certified by IBD
CERTIFICATIONS or another certifier recognized by IBD CERTIFICATIONS.
5. Documentation
5.1 There must be control sheets to identify the use of organic and non-organic products, and the
purchase and use of food, both the total volume and the amount used for each specific recipe or menu.
5.2 Audits will be performed to verify if the employees are committed in writing to follow the preestablished recipes. Procedures and stock will also be verified.
6. Use of the seal:
6.1 The following information must be available in a visible form at the establishment:
a) The annual certificate with IBD CERTIFICATIONS code/number.
b) Statement describing the nature and scope of the certification.
7.
Note: It must be clear to the consumer if the operation as a whole is certified or if only some
items of the menu are certified.
8.
c) Statement describing the purchasing policy of the operation.
 the kind of food served as organic;
 what happens if some food is not available as organic;
 which certifiers are accepted for the purchase of ingredients;
 any other specific policy;
 Nature and scope of the certification.
d) Complete and updated list of the ingredients and organic products used.
e) Complete and updated list of the non-organic ingredients used.
7. Regarding utensils, furniture and decoration.
The organic denomination of the establishment may have the addition of the term "complete" if:
a) Utensils are all made of non-synthetic material and not of aluminum;
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b) Furniture, carpets, curtains, placemats are made of non-synthetic, recyclable materials and where
the wood is certified by the FSC system (Forestry Stewardship Council);
c) Decoration consists of non-synthetic, recycled materials (except for paintings).
8. Regarding complaints and internal audits
There must be procedures for routing of solutions/ evaluation related to complaints from internal and
external customers.
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APPENDIX XX – BRAZILIAN LEGISLATION ON ORGANIC PRODUCTS
(Eliminated – Review August 2014)
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APPENDIX XXI – CERTIFICATION SCHEDULE
After application with IBD, there is the following schedule of procedures:
1.
The company/ property receives a temporary Identification Code and is assigned a Manager
who accompanies the project to assist him as regards the formalities of the certification process;
2.
Based upon the data informed in this registration and on the contacts with the client, the IBD
CERTIFICATIONS project manager sends a Work Proposal;
3.
The Work Proposal is composed of the following items:
- Scope of certification (area/ companies, products and processes to be certified);
- Total cost for a one-year period;
- Timetable for carrying out certification work;
- Necessary documents;
4.
Once the Work Proposal is approved, the property/ company receives a Permanent
Identification Code that shall be used in future contacts with IBD;
5.
The IBD CERTIFICATIONS technical team evaluates the documents requested in the Work
Proposal and sent to IBD CERTIFICATIONS by the client, checking conformity to the standards for
requesting certification and establishing (if necessary) eventual adjustments for the first inspection;
6.
An IBD CERTIFICATIONS technician performs an Inspection with later production of
Report. During the inspection, material may be collected for Analysis of residues, both of raw material
and of finished products. This is sent to the proper laboratory (a representative sample of 200 to 300
g). There shall be inspection of the production of food, of storage, of processing structure and of form
of commercialization.
7.
The client receives a copy of the final interview of the inspection (=inspection results), which
shall be evaluated and signed by the person in charge of the certification project in case there is
agreement on the content. In case of disagreement, these items shall be informed in writing to IBD
CERTIFICATIONS.
8.
The report is evaluated by IBD CERTIFICATIONS Management and a Certification Letter is
created and sent to the client. In case there is no agreement on the decision, a request may be sent to
the Council of Appeals and the case will be judged again.
9.
In case the inspection records several non-conformities to the Certification Guidelines that
prevent immediate certification of the project, IBD CERTIFICATIONS may recommend an
independent consultant or the project may seek specialized consultancy on the market, in order the
make the necessary adjustments to the certification. The IFOAM and ISO65 IBD CERTIFICATIONS
accreditations do not allow it to perform consultancy activities, only certification.
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10.
After approval of the certification project, an Annual Certification of the property/company is
issued with the IBD CERTIFICATIONS code of the project, a description of the certified product(s)
and its/their presentation.
11.
For maintenance of the certification, annual visits are necessary (every 12 months) and there
may be a surprise inspection every year in addition to the regular visit.
12.
Before every new regular inspection, the project shall provide IBD CERTIFICATIONS with
updated documentation for a pre-inspection evaluation. This documentation shall include any pending
corrections of non-conformity detected during the previous visit.
13.
13. In case of serious non-conformity (that is a risk to the organic integrity of the product or
prevents its traceability, or violates the environmental, sanitary or social legislation in force) verified
by means of documents or inspection, the certified project will be subject to the following sanctions:
a)
b)
Immediate interruption of certification of affected lot(s);
Interruption of Certification for a period to be set by IBD, if the violations affect future crops.
IMPORTANT: Use of the IBD CERTIFICATIONS seal is strictly forbidden for samples, promotional
material or in packaging before the execution of the certification agreement and issuing of the Annual
Certificate of the project.
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APPENDIX XXII - SOCIAL FEATURES
1. The undertaking shall always seek the human and social developments of its participants.
2. This development is related to two fundamental parameters: Working Conditions and Income,
Living Conditions.
3. Working condition and income involve working relations, health and occupational safety. All
organic projects shall be based upon the Brazilian labor legislation and the norms of the Ministry of
Labor and Employment and Ministry of Health which regulate the health and safety of workers. In this
manner the operators will be complying with international protocols and conventions (in which Brazil
also participates) that guarantee the rights of workers, of traditional and Indian populations and of
children. The following points are emphasized:
3.1. All employees and their families shall have access to potable water, safe food and clean and easily
accessible sanitary installations;
3.2. Workers shall be entitled to transport to work and the transport conditions within the far shall be
safe and appropriate;
3.3. The salary paid, including to seasonal employees, shall be at least the average in the region and
will be calculated in mutual agreement between employer and employee;
3.4. Overtime shall be voluntary and shall be paid according to legislation in force;
3.5. The normal Working Day is 8 hours, with at least 1 hour for rest. Overtime is allowed as long as it
does not exceed 56 hours per week and the worker has a weekly paid rest of 24 hours.
3.6. Social guarantees and social security must be complete in accordance with the legislation in force
in the country. Maternity leave, sick leave, vacation and thirteenth salary shall be compulsorily paid;
3.7. All working opportunities shall be guaranteed, regardless of color, religion or gender of the
worker.
3.8. Minors between 16 and 18 years of age may be employed under special conditions (in activities
that are not a risk to health and safety, they cannot work at night) and may only be hired when
authorized in writing by their parents or those in charge.
3.9. Minors between 14 and 16 years of age may only be hired part-time, as trainees, if they are linked
to a technical school and with written authorization from their parents of those in charge;
3.10. Workers, in any operation, shall receive appropriate equipment for individual protection (EPIs)
against noise, dust, light and exposure to chemical products and other hazards, within legal
specifications.
3.11. Forced labor of any kind or nature is forbidden.
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3.12. Property administration shall allow the workers’ unions do their work, enabling the formation of
associations and negotiation procedures.
3.13. Other rights acquired by law.
4. Living conditions that involve housing, schooling, food and health.
4.1. Employees living on the properties shall be ensured safe housing with good basic sanitary
conditions – supply of potable water, sanitary sewage and garbage disposal.
4.2. Workers shall have the use of a “vegetable garden” and animal breeding in order to increase
supply of food for the family;
4.3. The undertaking must help in the recovery of addicts (smoking, alcohol, drugs);
4.4. Whenever possible, the farm shall give opportunities to improve the life of senior citizens who
live there.
5. Some aspects as regards human and social development in associations and cooperatives shall also
be considered:
5.1. Whenever pertinent the group of producers shall operate as a collective company, which means
associations or cooperatives.
5.2. The operation of this group shall be democratically constituted.
5.3. Health and safety regulations shall be observed at the workplace of producers and of the
employees hired at their properties.
5.4. Child labor, discrimination and forced labor are not allowed.
5.5. The manner of sharing production, financial and material resources, profit and income shall be
clear to all participants of the group and have their agreement.
6. The possibility of organic certification on land, settlements or areas being disputed, or where there
are social conflicts or conflicts regarding land ownership shall be evaluated by IBD
CERTIFICATIONS in each case.
7. Wild products exploited by third parties who violate the rights of Indian territory cannot be
certified.
8. All the above aspects will be verified by IBD CERTIFICATIONS before granting certification.
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