Schmid, Otto and Ziegler, Katia (2006) Int. IFOAM Standards 2005: Floor cover in perennial crops. [Organic rules - Differences between other regulations/standards and EEC No 2092/91]
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Summary
For perennial crops, the certifying body shall set minimum standards for orchard/plantation floor cover and/or diversity or refuge plantings in the orchard. (4.3.2.)
Difference
EC Regulation does not address the matter.
Justification
An appropriate cover crop helps to prevent erosion and loss of nutrients in perennial crops.
| Item type: | Organic rules - Differences between other regulations/standards and EEC No 2092/91 |
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| Subjects: | Crop production > Soil fertility and biological activity Perennial crops |
| Country/Standard: | IFOAMS Basic standards |
| Principles: | Ecological principle |
| ID Code: | 995 |
| Deposited By: | INVALID USER |
| Deposited On: | 05 May 2006 |
| Last Modified: | 16 Apr 2010 13:00 |
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