myanmar organic agriculture group
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Myanmar Organic Agriculture Group. Presented by U Hnin Oo B.Sc (Chemistry), M.Sc (F1), Dip.Para - Medical Science, DBM ,Cdip.AF(part1)ACCA UK. Chairman Myanmar Organic Agriculture Group Senior Vice President Myanmar Fisheries Federation - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
Presented by U Hnin Oo B.Sc (Chemistry),M.Sc (F1), Dip.Para- Medical
Science, DBM ,Cdip.AF(part1)ACCA UK.Chairman Myanmar Organic Agriculture GroupSenior Vice President Myanmar Fisheries FederationVice Chairman Myanmar Shrimp AssociationChairman Crab Entreprenuers AssociationCEC /Joint Auditor Union of Myanmar Chambers of Commerce
& Industry.Patron Nature Farming Development Association
Myanmar Organic Agriculture Group
MOAG
• MOAG established in 2006.• For the development of organic agricultural
products by means of 3rd party certification.• It is Voluntary not mandatory.• MOAG has own standards and guidelines which are equivalent to internationally
accepted standards, almost the same as• EEC 834/2007 and EEC 1235/2008 and also with ISO 65.
MOAG
• FSWGFS Certification Body Advisory Council
Chairman
PATRONS
Secretary
Inspectors
FOSTA
AGRICULTUREAuditorOffice Head
AQUACULTURE
LIVESTOCK
FOSTA Myanmar Food Science & Technology Association
PERSPECTIVES
Organic farming
INSPECTIONCERTIFICATION
ORGANIC MARKET ACCESS
SYSTEM BASEDSTANDARDSGUIDELINESMANAGEMENT
VERIFICATION
LABELLINGTRACEABILTYAUDITING
LOCALGLOBAL
HRD/R&D CAPACITYBUILDING
FORUM/WORKSHOP/
SEMINAR
Maintain soil fertility No GMOs/ synthetic chemical inputs Product traceability Use of organic fertilizers and inputs Conversion period
Organic Agriculture (Key Requirements)
Product Traceability
The ability to trace a product back through the chain of production from the consumer to the producer.
This can allow for quick recall in case of contamination.
This requires labeling and documentation throughout the supply chain.
Traceability
Future Plan
MOAG will engage with international organizations for transaction Certificates in the future. e.g IFOAM accredited organization.
Also expect for the public-private partnership body for the National Program.(PPP)
Basic requirementsFor the Organic FarmSoil analysis results and water quality test is essential.Conversion period means:-The time between the start of organic management and certification of crops.
Usually it should be (3) years and sometimes (1)year, depends on the land status and type of crops. Inspection shall be carried out reasonable interval before the first harvest.Traceability records are essential and such principles, standards and procedures must be in line with the SOP.
Planning for ( management plan) organic production.
Verification ( certifying to )all of the above ( this includes use of organic seeds, auditing, traceability of products and labeling for the market), and
Maintaining organic integrity in the processing systems used for organically produced products.
Modus operandi• Registration at MOAG office
1.The farmers/farmer with his own consent to drive his farm under the organic management system.
2. MOAG advise to make soil analysis together with water quality test for his farm use .
(at reputable and competent laboratory.)3. Land used status and area must be documented.4. Physical examination has been made by MOAG for
the location .5. Having received the acceptable results, the
farmer has to enter the contract/MOU with MOAG, that he will follow the MOAG guidelines.
INSPECTION6. MOAG permitted to use its LOGO depends on the
conditions of whether conversion or full-fledged organic.
7. MOAG issues the organic Guideline manual to the farmer and in case if necessary, special instructions were given to the farmer for specific purposes.
8. Inspection sub committee made at least two times for single harvest .
9. Inspection has been made for the entire farm which was registered under organic management system of MOAG.
AUDITINGThe inspector must produce the written report for his finding ( as
is- where-is)together with the electronic documents to the auditing committee .
The auditing committee check the finding and evaluate whether there is discrepancies, variances , differences and malpractices occurred or not, and some cases which are not in line with the guidences.
The final report ……. Submitted to the advisory council for the final decision.
CERTIFICATION
a• As soon as the farmer start to implement its organic
management plan it has right to receive the organic conversion certificate for the first harvest and also for the second harvest depend on its land status.
• After the successful completion of the third year of organic cultivation MOAG will issue the
full-fledged certified organic cert: for the respective crops.
HRD/R&D
• Since last eight years MOAG ………. Organic Forum and Seminars Workshop for Organic Farming methods and
Training for new farmers. Application of Basic Bio-technology, and soil
microbiology.
Organic ?
• The Agricultural Technique which is“Inorganic Chemical Free (OR) Restricted
utilization of Inorganic Chemical in Agriculture “
• Naturally grown without using any inputs.
Cannot be recognized as “ORGANIC” Because it is not fully correct.
CERTIFIED ORGANIC• The terms organic which has been recognized internationally ,
among the consumers and traders must be matched with the
following requirements as a minimum in addition to the
previous criteria.
• Operation has been done under Standard Procedures. (SOP)
• Proper Management System including check and balance and
traceability records.
• Bias free Third Party Verification / Certification
Organic/Biodynamic
• Very Scientific• Can modify by using advanced technology• Environmentally Friendly• Produce value-added products• Needs Good Management System
Already applied GAP
Bio-Digester
Organic Fertilizer
Dragon Fruits
Dragon fruit & long beans
Papaya
Thank You very muchIndeed
U Hnin OoChairman -MOAG
Annual Pesticides Use in Asia (Source: FAO, 2006)
China PR
Korea (Republic)
India
Thailand
Pakistan
Vietnam
Philippines
Malaysia
Bangladesh
DPR Korea
Sri Lanka
Myanmar
Nepal
Cambodia
Lao PDR
Value~ $ 8.3 billion/year
China PR
Malaysia
Thailand
India
Pakistan
Korea (Republic)
Vietnam
Philippines
Bangladesh
DPR Korea
Sri Lanka
Myanmar
Nepal
Cambodia
Lao PDR
Volume~ 500,000 t a.i./year
Global Demand
Organic Movement is a long term journey.
Every journey is started with first step.
We are taking a foothold for this journey.
.
• Integrity• trust• responsibility and •sustainable development
are very important to reach the Win – Win situation in line with the Globalization.
MOAG
. 3rd Party
Certification Body
MCU
FSWG
Advisory Council
Chairman
PATRONS
Vice Chairman
Inspectors
MFSTA
AGRICULTUREAuditor
Secretary
AQUACULTURE
LIVESTOCKSPGS Participatory Guranttee SystemFSWG Food Security Working GroupMCU Myanmar Consumer UnionMFSTA Myanmar Food Science & Technology Association
INSPECTORS
PGS
FARMER GROUPS
Retailers
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Global Demand