6. Livestock production
Final Q&As regarding Section 6. Livestock Production in the Canadian Organic Standards as updated to reflect the content of the COS 2020. Section 6.0-6.15
Final Q&As regarding Section 6. Livestock Production in the Canadian Organic Standards as updated to reflect the content of the COS 2020. Section 6.0-6.15
The Canadian Organic Standards are an evolving document that is modernized every five years to consider and integrate new ecological practices that will enhance soil health and facilitate pest control under certified organic management.
The OFC and the Organic Agriculture Centre of Canada (OACC) collaborate to address the scientific needs of Canada’s organic sector through the Organic Science Clusters.
Final Q&As regarding Section 7. Specific production requirements in the Canadian Organic Standards as updated to reflect the content of the COS 2020. Section 7.0-7.7
The Canadian Organic Standards are interpreted by the Standards Interpretation Committee, who give guidance on issues related to the National Standards of Organic Agriculture.
Final Q&As regarding Section 5. Crop Production in the Canadian Organic Standards as updated to reflect the content of the COS 2020. Section 5.0-5.9
All it takes is one sprout to make a potato unmarketable. A farmer can grow a crop and harvest beautiful, undamaged tubers, then lose the entire crop if it starts to sprout.
Final Q&As for permitted substances lists for crop production listed in the CAN/CGSB-32.311 as updated to reflect the content of the Canadian Organic Standards 2020.
Final Q&As regarding Cleaners, disinfectants and sanitzers listed in the Permitted Substances Lists, CAN/CGSB-32.311, updated during the 2020 review of the Canadian Organic Standards.
Martine Dorais tells us about major advances in fertilization, growing media and substrates, lighting and effluent control in organic greenhouse production systems.
Happy Holidays from OFC! We wrap up the year highlighting some of our favorite articles from 2022, and what we are working towards in 2023.
Final Q&As regarding the Permitted Substances Lists for preparation in the CAN/CGSB-32.311 as updated to reflect the content of the Canadian Organic Standards 2020.