Organic Agriculture Certification and Standards

The video discusses the emerging trend of organic food in the food and beverage industry. It explains what organic food is, highlighting its production without chemical fertilizers and pesticides. The video covers key practices in organic agriculture, such as soil management and environmentally responsible approaches. It presents interesting facts about organic food in India, including its status as a leading producer and exporter. The video also addresses consumer concerns about the authenticity of organic products and explains the certification and labeling standards in place to ensure genuineness. Government initiatives to promote organic farming and the benefits of organic food for health and the environment are also discussed.

What is a key characteristic of organic agriculture?

• Preservation of soil's regenerative capacity

• High pesticide usage

• Use of chemical fertilizers

• Genetically modified organisms

Which Indian state is recognized as the first fully organic state?

• Madhya Pradesh

• Rajasthan

• Kerala

• Sikkim

Why are consumers often hesitant to purchase organic food?

• Limited variety

• Doubts about product authenticity

• Lack of availability

• High cost

What is the role of the National Program for Organic Production (NPOP)?

• To certify organic products

• To promote chemical fertilizers

• To increase pesticide usage

• To ban organic farming

Which international body recognizes India's NPOP standards?

• European Commission

• World Trade Organization

• World Health Organization

• United Nations

What does PGS India emphasize in its certification process?

• Government intervention

• Stakeholder participation

• International trade

• Third-party certification

Which body is responsible for the accreditation of certification bodies under NPOP?

• Food Safety Authority

• National Accreditation Board

• Ministry of Health

• Agricultural Ministry

What is the significance of the Jaivik Bharat logo?

• It is a brand logo

• It is used for non-organic products

• It indicates a product is imported

• It distinguishes organic products from non-organic ones

What must be included on the label of NPOP certified organic products?

• Manufacturer's contact details

• Price and weight

• FSSI logo and license number

• Only the product name

What percentage of ingredients must be organic in multi-ingredient products labeled as certified organic?

• 95%

• 100%

• 75%

• 50%