This document is a generic manual for an operator wishing to apply for ACT organic certification. In this manual, all steps of organic certification where an applicant needs to know are explained. For example, application process, standard compliance, inspection, certification, seal uses, etc. ACT has also prepared specific manuals for each certification scope such as organic crop production, wild harvest, group certification, livestock, bee keeping, processing and handling, and certification of input as well as export service, please ask for more information from ACT office.
Table of Content
- Definition
- Principles of Inspection and Certification
- Organic Programmes Offered by ACT
- Organic Standards
- Certification Requirements
- Different Scope of Organic Certification
- Applying for Organic Certification
- Inspecting Farm and Organic Operation
- Certification and Certificate
- Appeal of Certification Decision
- Use of Organic Seal
- Sanction
- Measures after Suspension and De-Certification
- Complaint
- Renew of Certification
- Additional Certification
- Transaction certificate