Introduction

With an increase awareness on abuse of using chemicals in farming, transportation, processing etc.
consumers are now more concern on availability of healthy and natural foods products. As results the supermarkets dedicating an entire section to 'organic food' and stores selling organically produced:green leaves, fruits and other vegetables as well as animal products has become a buzzword today.
The Organic Certification process assures that the food or other agricultural products are produced using methods that do not involve modern synthetic inputs such as, pesticides & chemical Fertilizers,do not contain GMOs, not produced using irradiation, industrial solvents or chemical additives. As a management system which is in harmony with nature, Organic Farming and fulfil consumer demands by placing emphasis on the safeguard of soil and water, the enrichment of biodiversity and the responsible use of energy and natural resources. With establishment of the organic industry, it will help the environment by reducing the use of synthetic chemicals. Chemicals used in conventional food production often leach back into the surrounding environment. By using more natural practices, organic production protects wildlife, promotes biodiversity and helps to maintain and improve native ecosystems.

Objectives

• To impart knowledge, skills and attitudes required in the implementation of Organic certification
• To establish system documentation for Organic certification
• To facilitate exports

For Whom

Those who engaged in organic farming.

Course Content

• Introduction to Organic Certification
• Requirements of SLS 1324 standards
• Compliance to rules, legislation and other standards
• Documentation, implementation, auditing and certification process