Huber, Beate (2006) Conversion, application of biodynamic preparations - Demeter International 2005. [Organic rules - Differences between other regulations/standards and EEC No 2092/91]
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Summary
Manures and composts must be treated with the biodynamic preparations. A prerequisite for the certification of the farm as "In Conversion to demeter" (Biodyn) after 12 months of farming to these standards is at least one application of the spraying preparations (cow-horn manure and the horn silica), and the spreading of prepared manures on all areas of the enterprise. (DI production standards, 4. Biodynamic Preparations)
Difference
The DI standard has additional requirements than the EU Regulation 2092/91. There is no requirement about the preparation or application of the biodynamic preparations in the EU Regulation. It is stated however, that these preparations can be used for the activation of compost.
Justification
The use of the biodynamic preparations in the manure and compost is an indispensable aspect of the biodynamic method.
EU Regulation
Annex I. Principles of organic production and processing > B.Livestock and livestock products - Annex I B > Livestock manure - Annex I B7, see also Annex VII
Annex I. Principles of organic production and processing > A.Plant and plant products > Conversion - Annex I A1
Annex I. Principles of organic production and processing > A.Plant and plant products > Fertilizing - Annex I A2
| Item type: | Organic rules - Differences between other regulations/standards and EEC No 2092/91 |
|---|---|
| Subjects: | General areas of Organic Agriculture > Farming systems Conversion |
| Country/Standard: | Demeter International Standard |
| Principles: | Principle of health |
| ID Code: | 564 |
| Deposited By: | INVALID USER |
| Deposited On: | 17 Mar 2006 |
| Last Modified: | 16 Apr 2010 13:00 |
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