cdus 923 committee draft uganda standard first edition

COMMITTEE DRAFT UGANDA

STANDARD

CDUS 923

First Edition 2013-03-25

Reference number CDUS 923: 2013

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Code of Practice for Horticulture Industry

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Contents Page

1 Scope ................................................................................................................................................1

2 Normative references .......................................................................................................................1

3 Terms and definitions ......................................................................................................................1

4 PRODUCT ORIGIN AND TRACEABILITY .........................................................................................5 4.1 Choice of variety or rootstock .........................................................................................................5 4.2 Pest and diseases ............................................................................................................................6 4.3 Seed treatments and dressings .......................................................................................................6 4.4 Nursery stock ...................................................................................................................................6 4.5 Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) ........................................................................................7 4.6 Input procurement ............................................................................................................................7

4.7 Traceability .......................................................................................................................................7 4.7.1 General..............................................................................................................................................7 4.8 Record keeping and Documentation ...............................................................................................7

5 SITE HISTORY AND MANAGEMENT ................................................................................................9 5.1 Site selection ....................................................................................................................................9 5.2 Rotations ........................................................................................................................................ 10 5.3 Soil and substrate management .................................................................................................... 10 5.4 Soil erosion ..................................................................................................................................... 10 5.5 Soil fumigation ............................................................................................................................... 10 5.6 Substrates....................................................................................................................................... 11 5.7 Fertilizer use .......................................................................................... Error! Bookmark not defined. 5.7.1 Advice on quantity and type of fertilizer .............................................. Error! Bookmark not defined. 5.8 Records of application .......................................................................... Error! Bookmark not defined. 5.9 Application machinery .......................................................................... Error! Bookmark not defined. 5.10 Nutrient requirements ........................................................................... Error! Bookmark not defined. 5.11 Timing and frequency ........................................................................... Error! Bookmark not defined. 5.12 Fertilizer storage ................................................................................... Error! Bookmark not defined. 5.13 Organic fertilizers ........................................................................................................................... 11 5.14A Inorganic fertilizers ........................................................................................................................ 11 5.15 Irrigation and fertigation ................................................................................................................ 11 5.16 Irrigation and fertigation method ................................................................................................... 12 5.17 Quality of irrigation water .............................................................................................................. 12

6 CHEMICAL STORAGE, USAGE AND SAFE HANDLING ................................................................ 12 6.2 Records of application ................................................................................................................... 13 6.6 Fertilizer storage ................................................................................................................................... 14 6.7 Crop protection .............................................................................................................................. 14 6.8 B Resistance management ................................................................................................................ 15 6.9B Weather ........................................................................................................................................... 15 6.10A Procurement of pesticides ............................................................................................................... 15 6.11 Transport of pesticides and hazardous chemicals ....................................................................... 15 6.12 Storage of pesticide and hazardous chemicals ............................................................................ 16 6.13 Choice of chemicals ....................................................................................................................... 16 6.14 Dispensing of pesticides and hazardous chemicals .................................................................... 17 6.15 Advice on quantity and type of pesticide ...................................................................................... 17 6.16 Application of pesticides and protection of workers .................................................................... 17 6.17 Records of application ................................................................................................................... 18 6.18 Pre-harvest intervals ...................................................................................................................... 19 6.19A Application equipment ................................................................................................................... 19 6.20 Disposal of surplus application mix ............................................................................................. 19 6.21 Empty crop protection products containers ................................................................................. 20 6.22B obsolete (expired) crop protection products ................................................................................ 20

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6.23 Pesticide residue analysis ............................................................................................................. 20 7 HARVEST AND POST-HARVEST HANDLING OF PRODUCT ........................................................ 20 7.1 Harvesting hygiene ........................................................................................................................ 20 7.2 Packaging and harvesting containers on farm ............................................................................. 21 7.3 Pack house premises ..................................................................................................................... 21 7.4 Construction of pack house .......................................................................................................... 21 7.5A Forklift ............................................................................................................................................ 22 7.6A Incompatible goods ....................................................................................................................... 22

8 Environmental management .......................................................................................................... 22 8.1 Environmental impact assessment ............................................................................................... 22 8.2 Waste and pollution management, recycling and re-use ............................................................. 22

9 HEALTH AND HYGIENE ................................................................................................................. 23

9.1 Health .............................................................................................................................................. 23 9.2 Safety measures ............................................................................................................................. 24 9.3 Produce receipt .............................................................................................................................. 25 9.4 Produce inspection ........................................................................................................................ 25 9.5 Quality control ................................................................................................................................ 26 9.6 Produce handling ........................................................................................................................... 26 9.7 Packhouse hygiene ........................................................................................................................ 26 9.8 Personal hygiene .................................................................................. Error! Bookmark not defined. 9.10 Post-harvest washing .................................................................................................................... 27 9.11 Post-harvest treatments ................................................................................................................ 27 9.12 Waste disposal ............................................................................................................................... 27 9.13 Cold chain facilities ........................................................................................................................ 28 9.14 Packaging material......................................................................................................................... 28 9.16 Additional requirements for flowers.............................................................................................. 29

10 LABOUR, EMPLOYMENT AND SOCIAL ISSUES ........................................................................... 29 10.1 Wages ............................................................................................................................................. 29 10.2 Work contracts ............................................................................................................................... 29 10.3 Work hours and leave days ........................................................................................................... 30 10.4 Pregnancy ...................................................................................................................................... 30 10.5A Summary dismissal ........................................................................................................................ 30 10.6 Workman's compensation ............................................................................................................. 30 10.7C Trade unions .................................................................................................................................. 30 10.8A Grievance procedures.................................................................................................................... 31 10.9 Forced labour ................................................................................................................................. 31 10.10A Discrimination ................................................................................................................................ 31 10.11 Child labor/minors.......................................................................................................................... 31 10.12 Out-growers.................................................................................................................................... 31 10.13 Visitors........................................................................................................................................... 32 10.14 General workers health ......................................................................... Error! Bookmark not defined.

11 Complaint handling procedures .................................................................................................... 32 Annex A (informative) Pesticide product label requirement ..................................................................... 33 Annex B (informative) Restricted entry intervals or re-entry intervals (REI) ............................................ 1 Annex C (informative) First aid .................................................................................................................... 3 Annex D (informative) Flower preservative treatments .............................................................................. 5 Annex E (informative) Agricultural Chemical register ................................................................................ 1 Annex F (Informative) Hazards associated with horticultural production flow that could be armful

to the consumer ............................................................................................................................... 1 Annex G (Informative) Maturity indices for evaluation of maturity in horticultural crops ......................... 2 Annex H (Informative) Storage temperature guidelines .............................................................................. 3

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Foreword

Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) is a parastatal under the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Cooperatives established under Cap 327, of the Laws of Uganda. UNBS is mandated to co-ordinate the elaboration of standards and is

(a) a member of International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) and

(b) a contact point for the WHO/FAO Codex Alimentarius Commission on Food Standards, and

(c) the National Enquiry Point on TBT/SPS Agreements of the World Trade Organisation (WTO).

The work of preparing Uganda Standards is carried out through Technical Committees. A Technical Committee is established to deliberate on standards in a given field or area and consists of representatives of consumers, traders, academicians, manufacturers, government and other stakeholders.

Draft Uganda Standards adopted by the Technical Committee are widely circulated to stakeholders and the general public for comments. The committee reviews the comments before recommending the draft standards for approval and declaration as Uganda Standards by the National Standards Council.

This code stipulates the hygienic and safety requirements during the production, handling and marketing of horticultural fresh produce. The standard also considers the safety provisions for consumers and workers in the industry. The recommendations made in the code target quality production and marketing of horticultural fresh produce under appropriate environmental conditions.

Legislation overrides this Code of Practice where relevant legislation is more demanding. The compliance level for legislation is a "Major Must". Where there is no legislation (or legislation is not so strict), this Code of Practice provides a minimum acceptable level of compliance. No matter what the required level of compliance is in this Code of Practice, any applicable legislation that is stricter than this Code of Practice must be complied within the country where the producer is operating. The code will provide the basis for the certification of horticultural produce exporters. This code of practice has been developed to provide guidelines to producers and operators in Uganda so as to achieve acceptable standards and ensure globally responsible production in the Horticultural sector.

Committee membership

The following organisations were represented under the Horticultural value chain sub-committee of the Food and Agriculture standards Technical Committee, UNBS/TC 2/SC 4, during the development of this standard:

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Acknowledgement

This standard was developed with financial support from Agribusiness Initiative Trust – Uganda in collaboration with Uganda National Bureau of Standards This support is hereby acknowledged

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Introduction

Food safety is a concern for people everywhere. Ensuring food safety and quality is essential to achieve improvements in human health and nutrition, which is the ultimate goal of food security. This is reflected in the Declaration of the World Food Summit, convened in Rome in November 1996, which reaffirmed the right of everyone to have access to safe and nutritious food, consistent with the right to adequate food and the fundamental right of everyone to be free from hunger.

The government has a mandate to provide an enabling institutional policy and regulatory framework for food safety and to carry out food control activities that protect consumers from risks arising from unsafe food and fraudulent practices. Stakeholders along the fresh horticultural value chain value chain also, have the responsibility to ensure that there is production and the delivery of safe food to consumers. This includes the responsibility for the development and implementation of food safety management systems which ensure that fresh horticultural value chain supplied and/or served are safe and comply with globally acceptable Horticultural produce safety guidelines. This process should be complemented with a public – private stakeholder participation whereby, all key stakeholders are involved and their interests catered for and taken into consideration during the development of such guidelines.

It has become important to demonstrate to consumers that Agricultural produce has been grown in a responsible way given the increasing incidences of food safety scandals in the recent past years: For example, market requirements known as GLOBALG.A.P have been developed and promoted worldwide to win consumer confidence and ensure that the fruit and vegetables entering the international markets are safe and of high quality. Horticultural value chain entering into the International markets has to comply with the market requirements including phytosanitary standards

This code of practice promotes the use of skill and experience in a sensible way to produce horticultural fresh produce of the highest quality under conditions that ensure a balance between farm operations and the safety of people, flora and fauna and of the natural environment.

The key objectives of this Code are to respond to consumer concerns on food safety, environmental protection, worker health, safety and welfare and animal welfare by:

Encouraging adoption of commercially viable farm assurance schemes, which promote the minimization of agrochemical and medicinal inputs.

Developing a Good Agricultural Practice (G.A.P.) framework for benchmarking existing assurance schemes and standards including traceability.

Providing guidance for continuous improvement and the development and understanding of best practice.

Establish a single, recognized framework for independent verification.

Communication and consulting openly with consumers and key partners, including producers, exporters and importers.

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Code of practice for Horticulture Industry

1 Scope

This draft Code of practice for the horticultural industry specifies the requirements for the responsible and safe

production of both edible and ornamental horticultural products. The code also applies to the procurement of

inputs and placing in the market of all horticultural products.

Any clause in the standard categorized as ―A‖ indicates a major must requirement which shall be complied

with. Any clause in the standard categorized as ―B‖ indicates a minor must requirement which must also be

complied with. Any clause in the standard categorised as ―C‖ indicates a recommendation and is encouraged

but not mandatory.

2 Normative references

The following referenced documents are indispensable for the application of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.

US 201; Drinking potable water Specification

National Social Security Fund Act, Cap 222

Employment Act 2006

The Workers Compensation Act Cap 225

Factories Act 1953, Cap 220

3 Terms and definitions

For the purposes of this standard, the following terms and definitions shall apply.

3.1 accreditation third-party attestation related to a conformity assessment body conveying formal demonstration of its competence to carry out specific conformity assessment tasks.

3.2 accreditation body organization responsible for assessing and accrediting certification bodies against ISO/IEC Guide 65 and that is a member of the International Accreditation Forum (IAF) and is a signatory of the Multi-Lateral Agreement (MLA) for product certification

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3.5 active ingredient the substance that kills, or otherwise controls, target pests. Plant protection products are regulated primarily on the basis of active ingredients.

3.6 agricultural production unit a geographic area composed of fields, yards, plots, orchards, greenhouses, livestock building, hatcheries, group of geographic areas of restricted fresh water and/or restricted sea water activities and/or any other area/location/transport used for production of registered products

3.7 antidote medicine given to counteract poison

3.8 Operator or Producer Group Candidate for certification that has applied or is in the process of applying for registration by approved Certification Body

3.9 audit a systematic and functionally independent examination to determine whether quality and food safety activities and results comply with planned procedures and whether these procedures are implemented effectively and are suitable to achieve objectives.

3.10 benchmark a measurable set of variables used as a baseline or reference in evaluating the performance of schemes

3.11 Benchmarked Certification System A certification system which has achieved its accreditation to ISO/IEC Guide 65 through an accredited Certification Body

3.12 biodiversity

the variability among living organisms from all sources, including, 'inter alia', terrestrial, marine, and other aquatic ecosystems, and the ecological complexes of which they are part: this includes diversity within species, between species and of ecosystems". Biodiversity is of main relevance during EIA and EMPs.

3.13 bund a barrier on the surface of the soil/ground/floor to prevent runoff, spillage and soil erosion

3.14 calibration determination of the accuracy of an instrument, usually by measurement of its variation from a standard, to ascertain necessary correction factors

3.15 certification all those actions leading to the issuing of a certificate in terms ISO/IEC Guide 65 product certification or any other internally accredited certification scheme.

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3.16 certification bodies also known as conformity assessment bodies, are organizations which provide conformity assessment services such as inspections and certifications to operators or producer groups for standards in context with the requirements established under the above Certification guides.

3.17 cold chain the movement of fresh produce from the field to the end destination at the lowest achievable temperatures without damaging the produce

3.18 compound feed compound feeds (which can be complete or complementary), that may be produced using any ingredients (except medicated feed/supplements) as raw materials but excluding the production of ingredients such as forage or grains (simple feed materials), pre-mixtures, additives or medicated feeds (prepared feed supplements) etc

. 3.19 Contaminant Any substance not intentionally added to food, which is present in such food as a result of the production (including operations carried out in crop husbandry, animal husbandry and veterinary medicine), manufacture, processing, preparation, treatment, packing, packaging, transport or holding of such food or as a result of environmental contamination. The term does not include insect fragments, rodent hairs and other extraneous matter.

3.20 Cultivation any agricultural action or practice used by growers to allow and improve the growing conditions of fresh fruits or vegetables grown in the field (with or without cover) or in protected facilities (hydroponic systems, greenhouses).

3.21 consumer an individual who buys products or services for personal use or resale.

3.22 concern an expert judgment on the level of threat to the consumer or the product of a particular hazard

3.23 concentrate the forms in which pesticides are usually sold, mostly requiring dilution before use

3.24 contamination pollution by the undesirable presence of pesticides , pests ,off farm and on farm inputs such as irrigation water etc.

3.25 Critical Control Point (CCP) a point, step, or procedure at which control can be applied and a safety hazard can be prevented, eliminated, or reduced to acceptable levels

3.26 crop rotation A crop rotation system means that the crops on a certain plot are following other crops according to a predefined plan. Normally the crops are changed annually, but they can also be multi-annual. It usually


followed for the purpose of increasing soil fertility and maintaining good yields and forms part of Integrated Pest Management (IPM)

3.27 Customer anyone who purchases products or services from a supplier

3.28. dilution the addition of water to reduce the concentration of a pesticide before use

3.28 Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) detailed study based on environmental assessment (EA) to determine the type and level of effects an existing facility is having, or a proposed project would have, on its natural environment. Its objectives include (1) to help decide if the effects are acceptable or have to be reduced for continuation of the facility or proceeding with the proposed project, (2) to design/implement appropriate monitoring, mitigation, and management measures, (3) propose acceptable alternatives, and (4) to prepare an environmental impact report (EIR). The adequacy of an EIA is based on the extent to which the environmental impacts can be identified, evaluated, and mitigated. An EIA is critically important for projects requiring a major change in land use or those which are to be located in environmentally sensitive areas.

3.29 erosion erosion is the mechanical movement of the land surface by wind, rain, running water or moving ice resulting in the wearing a way of land or soil

3.30 food safety The assurance that food will not cause harm to the consumer when it is prepared and consumed according to its intended use

3.31 fumigant volatile liquid or gas to kill insects, nematodes, fungi, bacteria, seeds, roots, rhizomes, or entire plants

3.32 greenhouse light structure with the sides and roof mainly of glass or transparent material for the growing of plants in a controlled environment

3.33 hazard a biological, chemical or physical agent any other property that may cause a product to be unsafe for consumption

3.34 hazardous material any material which, at specific levels, has the potential to cause adverse health effects.

3.35 Integrated Pest Management (IPM) consideration of all available pest control techniques and subsequent integration of appropriate measures that discourage the development of pest populations and keep plant protection products and other interventions to levels that are economically justified and reduce or minimise risks to human health and the environment. IPM emphasises the growth of a healthy crop with the least possible disruption to agro-ecosystems and encourages natural and or non-chemical pest control mechanisms.

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3.36 Manure Animal or plant materials which may be mixed with litter or other material, and which may be fermented or otherwise treated.

3.37 medicines substances intended for use in the diagnosis, prevention, mitigation, cure or treatment of a condition or disease, including substances with effect on the central nervous system like sedatives and anaesthetics

3.38 non-compliance a control point in the checklist is not fulfilled according to the compliance criteria

3.39 organic fertilizer organic fertilizers mean materials of animal origin used to maintain or improve plant nutrition and the physical and chemical properties and biological activity of soils, either separately or together, they may include manure, compost and digestion residues

3.40 packaging The procedures for protecting the products by a wrapper, a container, box or other suitable device

3.41 packhouse any facility for handling harvested produce without changing its shape or appearance

3.42 Potable water water which meets the quality standards of drinking water as Specified in US 201.

3.43 Operators includes individual producers of primary agricultural products; farmer groups, associations and cooperatives; processors and packers; and trading companies (including exporters).

3.44 Waste includes all items that people no longer have any use for, which they either intend to get rid of or have already discarded. e.g., household rubbish, wastes from production activities, packaging items, garden waste, old containers, shoes and clothes.

4 PRODUCT ORIGIN AND TRACEABILITY

4.1 Choice of variety or rootstock

4.1.1A The grower shall procure varieties or rootstocks which are certified from recognized or registered sources.

4.1.2A The propagules or seeds shall be certified or from a recognized source and if imported shall be accompanied with a phytosanitary certificate issued by a recognized body.

4.1.3B Where sourced from own farm, the grower must observe the good agricultural practices for the respective crop with emphasis on minimizing use of crop protection chemicals. The grower shall have a quality control system that monitors any visible signs of pest and diseases to guarantee the quality of the nursery stock produced.


4.1.4A When pesticides are used on variety or rootstock, this shall be recorded indicating the product name, application dates and doses and the justification for use.

4.1.5A The produce shall be aimed at meeting the customers’ specifications.

4.1.6A The grower shall have a written agreement with the customers detailing the variety, volumes and quantity specifications.

4.1.7A The accompanying documentation shall show that the nursery stock is fit for the intended purpose.

4.1.8A The farm shall provide documentary evidence that the breeders’ rights as per the requirements of the International Union of the Protection of new Varieties of plants (UPOV) are observed.

4.1.9A The propagation materials shall be traceable to the breeder’s seed.

4.2 Pest and diseases

4.2.1A The grower shall select varieties which are tolerant or resistant to commercially important pests and diseases.

4.2.2B Where alternatives exist, the grower must select varieties which have some level of tolerance or resistance to pests and diseases of commercial concern

4.3 Seed treatments and dressings

4.3.1A Where and when seed treatments are used, the grower shall give justifications for their use.

4.3.2A Seed treatments shall only be used to prolong seed storage life or to reduce subsequent application of pesticides after germination.

4.3. A The products used shall be recorded giving name, the target pest and/or diseases and any other benefit if stated.

4.4 Nurseries

Nurseries should be evaluated for hazards. If the evaluation concludes that such hazards are at levels that may comprise the safety of crops, control measures should be implemented to reduce hazards to acceptable levels. If this cannot be achieved by available control measures, growers should not use these nurseries.

4.4.1A Procured nursery stock shall be accompanied by a seed and/or phytosanitary certificate issued by a national or an internationally recognized body.

4.4.2A The farm produce shall comply with the World Trade Organization Sanitary and Phytosanitary Measures (WTO-SPS) agreement and the new revised version of the International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC).

4.4.3A Inspections of plant materials shall be done at all entry and exit points by recognized institutions and shall be released only if certified to be compliant.

4.4.4A The plants and all propagules shall be free of any visible signs of disease and pests. Whenever there are visible signs of pests and diseases, there shall be a written justification and the corrective action raised. Instructions of quarantine, fumigation or destruction if given by the inspectors shall be complied with.

4.4.5A Suppliers of nursery stock shall give supplier quality guarantees which must be documented.

4.4.6A The accompanying documentation shall include: Quality certificate, terms of delivery or signed letters.

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4.4.7A Growers producing their own seeds shall show proof of seed certification process. Multiplication of

seed shall be traceable to breeder’s seed

4.5 Genetically modified organisms (GMOs)

4.5.1A Where GMOs are used, their use shall strictly be in compliance with both the local regulations and that of the importing country. All the environmental concerns and safety issues must be thoroughly addressed.

4.5.2A The grower shall have copies of appropriate legislation governing growth and use of GMOs in both the country of production and that of the final consumer.

4.5.3A Production of GMOs shall be done in agreement indicating total volumes/surfaces with individual customers/consumers prior to planting and which must be in writing and the attendant documentation done.

4.5.4B The grower must inform all his customers on his own developments relating to the use and or production of products derived from GMOs. Such notifications must be well documented

4.6 Input procurement

4.6.1A Procurement of inputs used in production, processing and packaging shall comply with legislative requirements and customer requirements.

4.6.2A Procurement policy for seeds, propagation material, pesticides, cleaning and disinfecting agents, post-harvest treatments etc., shall be implemented by all staff involved in the procurement process. Procurement shall be done from reputable suppliers only.

4.7 Traceability

4.7.1 General

In the horticultural supply chain, consumers and other clients require: information on production of the product: where, when, how, with what components; respect for the technical specifications: adeptness, control, audits; crisis management: competence to find and withdraw defective or dangerous products from sales points; assurance that the company produces in a socially responsible way. Traceability is the ability to trace the history, application and location of any entity by means of recorded identification.

4.7.2A The operator shall put in place a traceability system that addresses raw material procurement, product process and conditions; byproducts generated; waste treatment; risk assessments; human resources; equipments employed; applicable standards and regulations.

4.7.3A Traceability shall ensure that the consumer is informed correctly on produce specifications, origin and usage.

4.7.4A Every unit of produce shall be clearly and marked from source (farm) to the point of sale such that the identification marks are not altered, adulterated or obliterated

4.7.5A The operator shall have in place a detailed and precise process flow that ensures that every unit or batch of the produce received is clearly marked to enable the produce to be clearly traced from receipt through the handling process to dispatch point.

4.8 Record keeping and Documentation

4.8.1 Records shall be maintained for a period at least than two years. Records and documentation to be kept in addition to those required by the laws shall include:

a) crop diary showing seed quality, rooting rate, variety name, batch number, planting dates, germination dates, date of harvest and other records related to the plant life cycle;


b) agrochemical stock record;

c) a list of personnel who have access to pesticide stores, those responsible for transport, mixing and handling of pesticides and records of their relevant trainings;

d) a list of all the chemicals used in the farm;

e) a list of ―Hazardous‖ and ―Highly Hazardous‖ (WHO Class 1a and 1b) chemicals in use on the farm including source, application and disposal records classification. Information about Pesticide, product labelling requirements are as shown in Annex A.

f) all pesticide applications, time and date, details of chemicals used, active ingredients and toxicology ratings, location of the crop, weather conditions, names of spray men and supervisors, equipments used, dosage rates, crops and reason for use and re-entry intervals (Annex B).

g) a list of spray operators indicating status, most recent attendance of a spray training course and records of the work rotation program, regular medical checks and medical checks (including blood cholinesterase tests)

h) maintenance of the spray supervisor log book to include records of the sprayers protective equipment ,and dates of issue

i) all machinery including spraying machines shall have a log book, showing maintenance regular calibration checks and dates of service etc.

j) a record of daily amount of water consumption, all fertilizer usage, date, type, crop weather conditions

k) an accident and incident diary shall record all accidents and emergency incidents such as spillage, poisoning cases, sickness, absence from work, etc and the remedial actions taken.

l) Notices shall be posted giving emergency procedures in case of fire, spillages, contamination of humans or animals etc

m) a list of first aiders, training given and dates of training and certificates;

n) a record of disposal of expired pesticides, excess pesticides, pesticide containers etc and a simple map of the entire disposal sites whether in use or not. In case of outsourcing the disposal agency, it must be certified

o) a record of work contracts for permanent and seasonal workers;

p) a record of all the daily rolls for all casual workers;

q) a record of all the monetary receipts in accordance with the pay roll and any receipts of payment of any kind.

4.8.2 Precise and up to date records shall be maintained on the following:

a) origin, nature and quantities of inputs, ingredients, additives, preservatives etc. used;

b) Application rates and ratios of all inputs including the acreage.

c) field operations from soil preparation through to harvesting;

d) chemicals usage particularly related to application rates, dates of usage and pre-harvest intervals;

e) nature, quantities and consignees of all agricultural products sold.

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4.8.3 For exporters who process own produce, precise records shall be maintained on:

a) the origin and nature and quantities of agricultural produce that have been delivered to the unit;

b) the nature, and quantities and consignees of products which have been dispatched from the unit; and

c) the origin, nature and quantities of any ingredients, additives, preservatives, and processing aids delivered to the unit and the composition of the final product.

4.8.4 The process control system shall also maintain records of important issues separate from the farm records. These include:

a) labour and welfare records;

b) Storage and handling of plant protection products;

c) field handling, post harvest, pack house and packaging; and

d) Environmental management plan.

4.8.5A Growers/Exporters shall ensure that employees charged with record keeping are trained to do so accurately and that they are adequately supervised.

4.8.6A Records shall be clearly written, dated and signed by a responsible person.

4.8.7A Recording of data showing non-conformity with standards shall be followed up with a written corrective action to be taken.

4.8.8A All records shall be available for inspection by authorized persons.

4.8.9A The grower shall undertake at least one self farm assessment per year which shall be documented.

4.8.10A The checklist in (Annex H) shall be used to conduct a self-audit for this code of practice, which shall be documented.

4.8.11A All the non conformities generated from the self audit shall be documented and corrective actions taken.

5 SITE HISTORY AND MANAGEMENT

5.1 Site selection

5.1.1A Farm plans and activities shall be drawn and done in accordance with Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA). Crop production areas shall be indicated in relation to staff housing, toilets, drinking water points, waste disposal sites, waste water treatment points, utility stores and social facilities.

5.1.2A The records and justifications showing the suitability of the site for agricultural activity shall be available. Risk assessment shall be carried out.

5.1.3A Selection of land site shall be not close to an area contaminated with industrial, domestic, feacal or organic wastes. Untreated sewage water shall not be used for irrigation purposes.

5.1.4A A recording system shall be established for each field, orchard or green house such that each is uniquely identified with a code/number.

5.1.5A There shall be a farm plan showing the areas covered by each crop and all the agronomic activities in the areas.


5.1.6A There shall be a visual identification or reference system for the fields or green houses.

5.1.7A Records of data showing non-conformity with the quality requirements specified in relevant standards shall be followed up with a written account of corrective measures taken. There shall be a corrective action plan giving strategies on how to deal with identified controllable risks in new agricultural sites.

5.1.8B The severity and probability of each identified risk shall be indicated as well as the measures to control them.

5.1.9 A The site shall be not used for agricultural activities when the risk assessments identify non-controllable aspects that are critical to health and the environment.

5.2 Rotations

5.2.1B Where rotations are practiced, there must be a rotation plan or program, which shall be documented.

5.2.2B Where rotations are not practiced there must be a written documented justification for lack of the practice.

5.2.3B Rotations must be exempted where crops grown are perennial or where substrates are used.

5.3 Soil and substrate management

5.3.1 Mapping

5.3.1.1C Operators may prepare soil maps for the entire farm. A soil survey may be done and a map developed on the basis of the soil profiles and soil analyses.

5.3.1.2C Planning rotations and growing plans may be on the basis of the soil maps

5.3.2 Cultivation

5.3.2.1A A Good agricultural practice (GAP) policy shall be maintained covering all aspects.

5.3.2.2A The method of tillage of choice shall be one that preserves soil structure and minimizes soil compaction.

5.3.2.3C Use of machineries that minimize the formation of hard pans is particularly encouraged on the farm.

5.4 Soil erosion

5.4.1B Growers must put in place measures and practices that minimize the risk of soil loss from the farm e.g. terracing, cultivation along the contours, use of cover crops etc. i.e. good agricultural practices.

5.4.2A Agricultural activities on steep slopes shall incorporate anti erosion measures

5.4.3A There shall be no cultivation on slopes greater than 35 %, along riverbanks, lake shores, or in designated water catchment areas.

5.4.4B Soil drainage systems must be developed, well-maintained and adequate enough to deal with exceptional rainfall and run offs.

5.5 Soil fumigation

5.5.1B Alternatives to soil fumigants must be explored before resorting to their use.

5.5.2B Use of fumigants must be minimized and when used there shall be evidence for use including location, date, active ingredients, doses, method of application and operators name and written justification for their use

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5.5.3A Only chemicals registered by a recognized authority shall be used in any production process. They shall be used in accordance with the prescription for purpose fit for use. Growers will keep up to date with the most current list of acceptable chemicals locally and internationally.

5.6 Substrates

5.6.1A Substrates used shall be certified by a recognized institution as fit for purpose and comply with substrate supplier specification. All delivered substrate shall be accompanied with a certificate of analysis from a recognized institution. The grower shall demonstrate proper use by recycling substrate where possible to minimize waste. The substrate shall be traceable to an acceptable source and shall be not obtained from conservation areas.

5.6.2C Growers who use substrates are advised to recycle them and there shall be documentation to show the suitability of such substrates.

5.6.3B Where substrates are used and recycled, there must be documentation on quantities used, recycled and dates of recycling. Recycled substrates should be treated/sterilized before re-use. If substrates are used but not recycled, justification may be given.

5.6.4A Substrates sterilization shall be done in an environmental friendly way.

5.6.5A There shall be documentation to show the location of the treatment, the method of treatment, dates of sterilization, the active ingredients if any, the machinery, the operator etc. particularly where chemicals are used to sterilize.

5.7 Organic fertilizers

5.7.1B The use of organic manure must be encouraged for maintenance and improvement of soil fertility. It must be composted and stored in an appropriate manner to contain the risk of contamination of the environment. This shall be in a designated area away from water sources.

5.7.2C There may be a risk assessment before use of organic fertilizer considering the source and characteristics and there shall be documentary evidence to show that potential risks of disease transmission, weed seed content and method of composting have been considered.

5.7.3C The application of such organic manures may take notice of their nutrient contribution of NPK and be based on the nutrient management plan.

5.7.4A There shall also be records on site, crop and date of application as well as the analysis results and the nutrient calculations of the organic matter.

5.7.5B The analysis must be carried out by a nationally recognized laboratory to determine the content of NPK in the organic manure/fertilizer.

5.8 A Inorganic fertilizers

Inorganic fertilizers used on the farm shall have a fertilizer profile detailing chemical content.

5.9 Irrigation and fertigation

5.9.1B Growers must be conversant with the physical concepts of soil/water relations, which enable water requirements to be accurately estimated

5.9.2C Water management may be supported by documentations on calculations of crop water requirements, and supported by data records e.g. rain gauges, evaporation pan readings etc.

5.9.3A All growers shall maintain valid water abstraction permits where applicable

5.9.4B There must be a documented irrigation plan to optimize water usage and minimize wastage.


5.9.5C Growers may put in place measurement devices and maintain records of water consumption particularly of ground water.

5.9.6B Records must indicate the date and volume per metre square of the irrigation unit. Where there are irrigation programs, the calculated and actual irrigated water volume shall be recorded as well.

5.10 Irrigation and fertigation method

5.10.1B All growers must be conversant with the most water efficient means of irrigation and fertigation for their particular types of crop production. Drip irrigation, mini sprinklers and other forms of direct water application to the ground surface and directly adjacent to the root zone must be preferred to all the other systems.

5.10.2B Field personnel must be trained to recognize and rectify irrigation deficiencies such as pipe bursts to ensure remedial action is taken promptly to avoid water wastages.

5.10.3A Irrigation/Fertigation water shall be abstracted only from sustainable sources. Abstraction shall be legal i.e. with the approval of the bodies mandated to take care of such natural resources.

5.10.4B Growers must Endeavour to collect rainwater and recycle water used within their farms to reduce reliance on natural sources.

5.11 Quality of irrigation water

5.11.1A There shall be a complete and regular risk assessment of irrigation/fertigation water preferably annually and shall encompass potential microbiological, chemical or physical pollution of the water sources.

5.11.2B The analysis must be performed by a laboratory of known and recognized competence. The results of such analyses shall be well documented and where corrective actions are recommended, the nature of the corrective actions must be stated, documented and acted upon.

5.11.3B Any adverse results obtained must be acted upon and the corrective actions well documented.

5.11.4A The analysis of quality of the water both at the intake and exit points shall be done on a regular basis (at least every three months) and the quality records kept. Determination of the contaminants, types and amounts present in the water supply and, where applicable, in the runoff water shall be considered as a basic step in developing a management plan.

5.11.5A Water used in hydroponic culture should be changed frequently, or if recycled, should be treated to minimize microbial and chemical contamination.

5.11.6A Water delivery systems shall be maintained and cleaned, as appropriate, to prevent microbial contamination of water.

5.11.7A Selection of land site shall not be in the proximity to an area contaminated by industrial, domestic, feacal or organic wastes. Untreated sewage water shall not be used for irrigation purposes.

5.11.8C Construction and maintenance of artificial wetlands is encouraged as they provide very efficient and cost effective cleaning and decontamination of wastewater.

6 CHEMICAL STORAGE, USAGE AND SAFE HANDLING

Employers shall ensure that employees are given information, instruction, training and guidance to carry out

their work and to be aware of the risks to health from exposure to chemicals, pesticides, etc. and the

precautions to be taken.

6.1 Fertilizer use

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6.1.1.A A written fertilizer plan shall be developed. Chemical fertilizers shall be applied selectively and only on

the basis of careful observation of the crop together with soil and, where necessary/ Organic fertilizers and

composted waste shall be used for the improvement of the soil.

6.1.2A No fertilizer organic or inorganic shall be applied within six metres of any water channel or source.

6.1.3A There shall be no direct drainage to any water source of runoff water from land where fertilizer has

been applied.

6.1.4B The person in charge of fertilizer application and the operators shall be of good competence on

matters relating to fertilizers and fertilizer use.

6.1.5A There shall be proof of that competence and where proof of competence is lacking training shall be

given by qualified advisors.

6.2 Records of application

6.2.1B Records of fertilizer application shall detail the geographical areas, name and reference of the field,

orchard or green house where the crop is located. The dates of application, trade name and type of fertilizer,

amounts applied, type of machinery used for the application and method of application and the name of the

operator shall also be recorded.

6.2.2A A work instruction for the fertilizer application shall be clearly written and signed by a competent

person able to interpret the crop soil analysis. The instruction shall indicate who, when, where and how to

apply. Documents of the exact amounts applied shall be signed by a supervising authority.

6.3A Application machinery

6.3.1A The fertilizer application machinery shall be well maintained and calibrated regularly to ensure accurate delivery.

6.3.2A All machinery, including spraying machines, shall have a log book, showing maintenance, regular calibration checks, and dates of service.

6.4 Nutrient requirements

6.4.1C A cropping care plan may be developed to ensure minimum nutrient loss.

4.4.2C The grower may, based on the risk assessments and soil analyses, make a cropping plan and

fertilization program that aims at minimizing nutrient loss.

6.4.3C Plant and soil analysis may be regularly conducted to evaluate the fertilization plan.

6.4.4C The application of fertilizer may be based on a calculation of the nutrient requirements of the crop and

on the appropriate routine analyses of nutrient levels in the soil, the crop or nutrient solution.


6.4.5C The fertilizer application may meet the needs of the crop and maintain fertility and the quantities may

comply with the fertilizer crop plan.

6.5 Timing and frequency

6.5.1B The quantity of fertilizer applied must be calculated to optimize benefits and minimize nutrient losses

and must be based on soil analysis.

6.5.2B The grower must take into consideration the stage of growth of the crop as well as the weather

conditions prevailing at the time of the intended application.

6.5.3 B There must be a documented plan that covers the nitrogen analysis at the start and end of each crop

or per site in a rotation program.

6.6 Fertilizer storage

6.6.1A Fertilizer stores shall be placed on high ground so that accidental flooding will not wash fertilizer into

any water. sources. The stores shall be located away from such water sources. Stores must be made rat-

proof

6.6.2A There shall be a well-managed fertilizer stock inventory indicating the contents of the store, types and

amounts and which is regularly updated.

6.6.3A Fertilizers shall be stored separately from pesticides, produce, food and feedstuffs, nursery stocks and

any living quarters. It shall be adequately protected from weather elements in a clean and dry area.

6.6.4A Where stored together with pesticides, they shall be in separate compartments separated by a robust

wall and be well labelled.

6.6.5A Fertilizers shall be stored away from concentrated acids, such acids should be stored separately in

lockable rooms.

6.6.6A All hazard and risk areas shall be clearly indicated and correct hazard warnings posted in clear

permanent and understandable forms in both English and Kiswahili. The warnings signs be prominently

displayed both inside and outside at the entrance to the store.

6.7 Crop protection

6.7.1A Growers shall demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the properties of the range of recommended crop protection products currently available, chemical, biological and other forms of control.

6.7.2A Management strategies to keep pest levels below economically damaging thresholds shall be devised using the most appropriate combination of biological (use of natural enemies), cultural, mechanical/physical (scouting) and chemical (plant protection products) methods. They shall be based on a thorough evaluation of the situation, taking into account integrated pest management systems

a)

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6.7.3B The presence of pest and diseases is predictable and control must be achieved by an integrated strategy. Consequently as part of a responsible approach, a long term strategy for control must be drawn up for each crop including:

a) past history of infestation;

b) indication of main threats;

c) understanding and implementation, where possible, on non-chemical options; including rotations, crop hygiene, resistant varieties, cultural control and biological control;

d) Understanding that establishment of healthy crops reduces the need for spray and that excessive application of nitrogen can render crops more susceptible to diseases.

6.7.4A The implementation of the Integrated Pest Management on a preventative basis, where technically feasible and economically viable, shall be supervised by a technically competent person.

6.8 B Resistance management

Products must be chosen to avoid over reliance or continued use of any single chemical grouping, thus reducing the emergence of pesticide resistance. The use of curative (systemic/absorbed by plant) products shall be considered over prophylactic (contact) products, as the quantities needed to achieve control are substantially less.

6.9B Weather

Pesticides must be not applied in adverse weather conditions such as wind, rain or during overhead irrigation. Spraying during high mid day temperatures must be avoided.

6.10A Procurement of pesticides

Purchasing shall only be done for pesticides:

a) Registered by the MAAIF and internationally accredited bodies. A list of approved pesticides registered by the MAAIF are shown in Annex E

b) from licensed distributors;

c) that are labeled by the manufacturer

d) The pesticides shall be accompanied with product data sheet.

6.11 Transport of pesticides and hazardous chemicals

6.11.1A Written procedures for transport of pesticides shall be developed and communicated to all staff involved in the transport whether on the farm or on public roads.

6.11.2A Drivers and turn-boys shall be trained in emergency procedures in the event of accident, fire, spillage and direct contact with persons. Proof of training by a recognized organization is required.

6.11.3A Pesticides shall be not transported together with food, animal feed or general consumer goods. They shall be transported in a suitable, self-contained box or container.

6.11.4A Vehicles used to transport pesticides shall be provided with suitable equipment and materials to deal with emergencies such as protective clothing, fire extinguisher, sand, shovel, etc.


6.12 Storage of pesticide and hazardous chemicals

6.12.1A Only approved pesticides in original labeled containers shall be held in the store. No other commodities shall be stored with pesticides.

6.12.2A Pesticides shall be kept in a separate room and shall be kept secure from children and animals, foodstuffs, fires, stoves or lamps. In the case of the cupboards, the shelf shall have a front lip to prevent containers from falling out on opening the doors.

6.12.3A Large quantities of pesticides shall be kept in a purpose built store, separate from other buildings or section of a building that can be securely locked. Plans of an approved pesticide store may be obtained from recognized institution.

6.12.4A Notices in both English and local language shall be placed on the outside of the pesticide store. Notices and symbols indicating ―NO SMOKING, NO NAKED FLAMES‖ shall be displayed both inside and outside, the pesticide store.

6.12.5A Stock shall be inspected regularly and stock records maintained.

6.12.6A Storekeepers shall receive training regarding the toxicity of pesticides, their storage, handling and dispensing.

6.12.7A Written procedures shall be developed for handling the events such as accidents, fire, spillage or poisoning of personnel . These should be displayed in languages understood by users in accessible areas.

6.12.8A Stores shall be equipped with adequate and appropriate firefighting equipment. Maintenance records on fire extinguishers shall be maintained.

6.12.9A Shelves in stores shall be made of non-absorbent and non-flammable material. Materials to deal with leakage and spillage shall be available in the store. These may include sand, shovel, broom and empty disposal bin.

6.12.10A There shall be adequate washing facilities in or near the store.

6.12.11A The store shall be banded to contain contaminated water used for cleaning or fire fighting. Drainage shall be directed into a sump or soak pit.

6.13 Choice of chemicals

6.13.1A Chemicals used shall comply with both the local regulations and that of the country to which the crop produce is destined.

6.13.2A The growers shall consult regularly and be aware of any restrictions on chemicals used and shall have documentations on such restrictions.

6.13.3 A Chemicals classified as ―Extremely Hazardous‖ and ―Highly Hazardous‖ (WHO Class 1a and 1b) shall only be used in justified circumstances and where no viable, economic alternative exists.

6.13.4 A The technical person responsible for pesticide choice and application shall be of sound competence by training.

6.13.6A There shall be written justification to show that the choice of chemical is appropriate for the intended purpose

6.13.7A Over reliance on chemicals with similar active ingredients shall be avoided where repetitive applications are required to eliminate pest resistance.

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6.13.9A The application rate of pesticides per given area and the dilution rates shall comply with recommendations on the product label. Where a choice exists, a product that is safer to handle and has less environmental impact shall be chosen.

6.13.10A There shall be documentation to show that the correct dosage of the pesticide for the intended crop has been followed in line with label instructions on calculations and preparation.

6.14 Dispensing of pesticides and hazardous chemicals

6.14.1A There shall be a separate area for dispensing of pesticides and hazardous chemicals fitted with:

a) workbench;

b) piped water supply shall be within at least 5 meters from the dispensing areas;

c) washbasin plus eyebath;

d) accurate measuring equipment;

e) suitable containers for pre-mixing of chemicals;

f) clear marking on all equipment to indicate they are for use with chemicals only.

6.14.2A Drainage shall be to a sump or adequate soak pit which shall be situated far from all water sources and not drain into riparian land. They shall be adequately marked or labeled.

6.14.3A Adequate and appropriate personal protective clothing and equipment shall be worn by those persons doing the dispensing.

6.15 Advice on quantity and type of pesticide

6.15.1A Recommendations of application of the crop protection products shall be given by persons, whether grower or adviser, of demonstrable competence attained through training and the relevant documentation availed.

6.15.2B Determination of the quantities must factor in the velocity of application, the surface area to be applied and the pressure of the application system and the attendant documentations done.

6.16 Application of pesticides and protection of workers

The following requirements are to be implemented by growers/exporters:

6.16.1A All spray operators and supervisors shall be suitably trained on the application and risks of pesticides by a recognized institution or body.

6.16.2A All spray operators shall wear personal protective clothing and equipment suitable for the task at hand and this shall be provided by the employer without charge. Spray operators shall not wear personal home clothing when spraying. Provision of secure well-ventilated storage shall be provided for personal clothing.

6.16.3A Where WHO Class 1 pesticides are used, all workers involved shall be provided with waterproof overalls as well as appropriate respirators, which shall be changed regularly according to manufacturers’ recommendations. Applicators shall work in pairs. Application shall be timed so as to avoid the hottest hours of the day.

6.16.4A After applying pesticides, spray operators shall remove all protective clothing and take a shower. Facilities for this including soap and water shall be made available.


6.16.5A All waterproof personnel protective clothing and equipment shall be rinsed immediately after use in an area where the rinsing water can be channeled to a sump or soak pit. Protective overalls if continuously used shall be laundered after use and stored in a hygienic well-ventilated location on the farm.

6.16.6A All staff involved in the use and application of organo-phosphate and carbamate pesticides shall have a medical checkup at least twice per year but preferably every three months. Such check-up shall include sampling of blood cholinesterase levels compared with baseline level determined after a time away from pesticide exposure i.e. a period of leave. The findings shall be communicated to the persons examined in a readily understandable manner. Complete documentary records shall be available for audit purposes. In the event of adverse results, the doctor’s advice shall be followed. Guidelines on organo-phosphorus poisoning, monitoring and treatment are available within the farm. Spray operators not applying these organo-phosphate and carbamate pesticides shall have a medical checkup at least once a year.

6.16.7A All equipment used for spraying shall be regularly inspected, well maintained, calibrated and serviced. Any defective equipment shall be repaired and/or replaced immediately and be verified by a recognized calibration authority annually.

6.16.8A Each application shall be accompanied by clear instructions on the specific crop location, where the crop protection application is to be done, the requisite dosage and the application technique signed by the authorizing officer.

6.16.9A All workers within the vicinity to be sprayed and not wearing protective clothing shall leave the area. Warning signs shall be displayed at green house entry points and field gates stating time and date of application, pesticide being used and indicating when entry will be safe without the use of protective clothing

6.16.10A Material safety data sheets of all chemicals used shall be kept on file.

6.16.11A Spray mixing and application shall only be carried out by trained personnel. No pregnant and nursing mothers or persons under the age of 18 years shall handle, mix or apply pesticides.

6.16.12A Partly used containers shall be returned to the store with caps and lids properly replaced. All returns shall be documented.

6.16.13A Pesticides with a high leaching potential or high aquatic toxicity shall be not used within 200 metres of open water sources, dams, lakes, rivers


6.17.1A Crop protection products application records shall specify the name and variety of crop treated, the geographical area, name and or reference of the farm, the field, orchard or green house where the crop is located as well as the trade name, active ingredients of the applied products and the date of application. The records shall also include the name of the spray men and supervisors, and the reason/justification for spraying signed by an authorized technical person.

6.17.2A Detailed spray records shall be kept covering the date and time of application, amount and type of pesticide, treated area, reason for application and the names of the spray operators. Any incidents such as equipment failure, spillages of chemicals etc. shall be recorded. The records must also give the name of the pest, disease(s) or weed(s) treated.

6.17.3B The records must also specify the total amount of product to be applied in weight and or volume, total quantity of water or any other carrier medium or dosage in grams/litre or in any other form that is acceptable locally and or internationally for the crop protection product as well as the type of machinery used in the application of the pesticide.

6.17.5A The pre-harvest interval shall be stated for all the crop protection products applied and the first harvestable date indicated and recorded.

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6.17.6A A list of spray men or spray operators indicating status, most recent attendance at spray training course and records of the work rotation, program, regular medical checks and the cholinesterase tests shall be available

6.17.7A A spray supervisors log book shall be maintained and shall include records of PPEs

6.17.8A All spraying machines shall have a logbook showing maintenance, regular calibration checks, dates of service etc.

6.17.9A An accident and incident diary shall record all accidents and emergency incidences such as spillage, poisoning cases, sicknesses, absences from work and the remedial actions taken.

6.17.10A Notices shall be posted giving emergency procedures, contact persons and institutions (in case of fire, spillages, and direct contact of chemicals with humans or animals).

6.17.11A There shall be trained first Aid Personnel within the premises and a record of training kept on file.

6.17.12A There should be a record of Obsolete /expired) pesticides and empty containers. A simple map of all disposal sites and or a license from registered agency.

6.18 Pre-harvest intervals

6.18.1A The crop protection policy shall provide safeguards to ensure that only pesticides approved for use on the crop are applied in accordance with the label rates and pre-harvest intervals. Procedures shall guarantee that harvesting cannot commence before the pre-harvest intervals have expired.

6.18.2A The pre-harvest intervals shall be observed for the respective crop chemicals used.

6.18.3A Regular audits and training shall be conducted to check consistency in the process and emphasize the practice.

6.18.4A For crops that are continuously harvested over an extended period of time, there shall be a plan for the crop protection practice that does not compromise pre-harvest intervals.

6.19A Application equipment

Measuring equipments and facilities shall be adequate for mixing of the crop chemicals so that the correct handling and filling procedures as is stated on the label can be followed.

6.20 Disposal of surplus application mix

6.20.1A Written procedures for safe disposal of concentrate and dilute pesticides and empty containers shall be developed, approved and communicated to all those handling such chemicals. The procedures must include fail-safe measures to prevent pollution of ground water and soil from leakage or spillage.

6.20.2A Disposal sites for chemicals shall be at least 500 metres from surface water and at least 250 meters from boreholes. (Research more from FAO guideline on management and disposal of empty container)

6.20.3A Disposal sites shall be securely fenced, locked and labeled with warning signs.

6.20.4A If surplus mix is sprayed on untreated part of the crop, recommended dosage shall be not exceeded and the treatment recorded appropriately.

6.20.5A If done on fallow land, it shall be legal and similarly recorded.

6.20.6A All disposal sites shall be indicated on the farm map.

6.20.7A Personal protective gear shall be available for all staff involved in pesticide disposal.


6.21 Empty crop protection products containers

6.21.1A All crop protection products containers shall not be reused.

6.21.2A There shall be a secure storage point for empty containers and safe handling system to ensure non-exposure to persons.

6.21.3A The disposal system shall respect the legislation governing the same and shall take due regard to the safety of flora and fauna.

6.21.4A If disposal services are contracted, there shall be documentation to show the same.

6.21.5A All empty pesticide containers shall be triple rinsed and the rinsate shall be poured into the spray tank and the container punctured and crushed. Plastic containers shall be burnt in a high temperature incinerator.

6.22B Obsolete (expired) crop protection products

Excess or unwanted products may be accepted back by the supplier if in good condition and in sealed, original packing. There shall be documentation regarding the same.

6.23 Pesticide residue analysis

6.23.1A There shall be a deliberate effort based on risk assessment to minimize pesticide residues through periodical residue analysis. Pre-harvest and post-harvest sampling and analysis is highly recommended.

6.23.2A The Exporters shall be able to provide objective evidence/records kept of such residue testing done by an accredited laboratory. Residue test records shall be traceable back to the batch/consignments, grower and to produce production site.

6.23.3A The exporter shall be able to produce evidence of residue testing and document the results of such analyses for at least 2 years.

6.23.5A The exporter shall establish a written action plan in the event of the Maximum Residue Level (MRLs) being exceeded

7 HARVEST AND POST-HARVEST HANDLING OF PRODUCT

Workers shall be trained and supervised closely to ensure that the produce is harvested in the right way and at the correct maturity or cut stage (Annex G shows the maturity qualitative indices for evaluation of maturity in horticultural crops). Training and supervision procedures shall be documented.

7.1 Harvesting hygiene

7.1.1A.The farm/grower shall have a documented hygiene procedure/protocol for handling of produce premised on the basis of a risk assessment and workers should be trained and evidence available

7.1.2A There shall be a regular risk assessment of the hygiene aspect of the harvesting procedures/operations. (insert Annex on risk assessment/ and another Annex on hygiene protocol)

7.1.3A The containers, harvesting tools and other harvesting equipment that are continuously used must be appropriately cleaned, disinfected and maintained in line with the hygiene procedures/protocols developed.

7.1.4A A planned washing program shall ensure that horticultural produce harvest containers are easily cleaned, and are free from contamination.

7.1.5A Cleaning water shall be free from microbial contaminants, heavy metal or other foreign body contaminants and where possible recycled and treated before reuse through a constructed wetland.

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7.1.6A Supervision procedures and training programs shall ensure that all workers involved in handling of produce observe high standards of personal hygiene. Personal hygiene facilities including field toilets with hand washing facilities shall be provided and kept clean.

7.1.7A To avoid contamination of produce, field supervisors shall ensure that field workers involved in handling of fresh produce are in good health and that field workers with communicable diseases are not knowingly employed in fields operations. Employees shall be instructed to report to the supervisor if they are suffering from any illness either on arrival for work or during working hours.

7.1.8A Smoking, eating, chewing and drinking shall be not permitted in the immediate vicinity of harvesting, grading, packing, or storage operations. Signs shall be displayed to this effect.

7.2 Packaging and harvesting containers on farm

7.2.1A Produce containers shall be strictly for the produce and not any other use e.g. chemicals, plant debris, etc. Colour codes, symbols or any other means may be used to distinguish containers for various uses.

7.2.1A Temporary or mobile holding or grading facilities shall ensure that the produce is handled hygienically. Animals and children shall be excluded from the area. Records of inspection shall be maintained.

7.2.2A Procedures of storage and stock control of packaging materials shall be done in a manner that will sustain a high status of hygiene and cleanliness. Packaging materials shall be held in areas protected from rodent, insect and other pest access and be designed to protect the packaging from any adverse weather.

7.2.3A Packaging material for food shall be of food grade quality and of such a design as to protect the produce from any contamination.

7.3 Pack house premises

7.3.1A Pack houses shall be subject to an environmental impact assessment (EIA) and comply with all the relevant national laws relating to working conditions including, fire, and electrical, mechanical and structural safety.

7.3.2A Growers/Exporters, who process and pack produce, shall do so in registered premises. Growers packing and processing their own produce may do so as part of the licensed production process, where such processes are limited to their own produce.

7.4 Construction of pack house

7.4.1A Construction of the packhouse shall be such as to prevent the entry of domestic animals, insects, birds, rodents, etc. Effective control measures shall be in operation and be fully documented.

7.4.2A Floors, doors and wall surfaces shall be made of impervious, non-absorbent, non-toxic, washable materials, which are easy to clean and disinfect. Floors shall be durable and allow easy drainage without leaving wet areas.

7.4.3A Ceiling and overhead fixtures shall be designed, constructed and finished to prevent the accumulation of dirt, growth of undesirable moulds, shedding of paint flakes or particles and also reduce condensation.

7.4.4A Windows and other openings shall be constructed and finished to prevent the accumulation of dirt. Those that can be opened to the outside environment shall be fitted with insect proof screens of appropriate mesh size.

7.4.5A The use of glass shall be avoided. Where glass is used, there shall be a form of screening to prevent any broken glass contaminating the produce. All use of glass (windows, lights etc.) shall be recorded and a system of inspection implemented to ensure that any breakages are rectified.

7.4.6A There shall be a glass and hard plastics handling policy to govern their use within the premises whenever they are used.


7.4.7A Lighting over inspection, grading and cold store areas shall be adequate to allow effective inspection of produce. All fixtures shall be protected to prevent the risk of broken glass contaminating the produce.

7.4.8A The pack house shall have adequate ventilation. This includes windows, fans or air conditioners, as appropriate, in order to provide adequate ventilation, air circulation and temperature control.

7.4.9A The height of grading tables and other facilities for work shall be appropriate for the comfort of the workers.

7.4.10A Loading and dispatch areas shall be roofed and proofed so as to prevent the nesting of the birds..

7.5A Forklift

Forklifts with internal combustion engines shall be not used in restricted spaces holding produce as they can result in spoilage of produce. Electric forklifts shall be preferred. Only fully trained operators shall use forklifts.

7.6A Incompatible goods

All non-food items e.g. cleaning agents, lubricants etc. shall be stored in designated areas away from the fresh produce and outside the packhouse. Incompatible products shall not be stored together to prevent taint, ethylene damage or cross contamination of produce.

8 Environmental management

8.1 Environmental impact assessment

8.1.1A Environmental impact assessment and licensing to determine the impact of the intended farming activity on the environment shall precede the activity itself.

8.1.2B The farmer or investor must have demonstrable competence with regards to minimizing the potential negative impacts such as nutrient loss of the farming activity on the environment.

8.1.3A There shall be visible and documented initiatives to support environmental schemes.

8.1.4A Operators shall safeguard soil, water and air and ensure general conservation of the environment. They shall have written policy, practice and procedures in place to optimize energy uses and to ensure that hydrocarbon fuels and electricity are used efficiently.

8.2 Waste and pollution management, recycling and re-use

8.2.1A There shall be a documented plan to minimize waste, reduce pollution and recycle animal wastes. The plan shall be implemented and confirmed by visible actions and measures

8.2.2A. There shall be written procedures for the safe, hygienic disposal of rejected produce and rubbish. Under no circumstances shall organic materials from cut flower crops which have been treated with pesticides be fed to animals.

8.2.3A Wastewater disposal systems such as soak pits or constructed wetlands are advised and shall be environmentally friendly, subjected to EIA and regular analysis done

8.2.4A All possible waste products produced by the farm processes shall be identified and documented.

8.2.5A Written procedures for minimizing and disposal of non hazardous waste shall be developed and communicated to all concerned persons and relevant authorities

8.2.6A.The farm and its premises shall be clear of litter. The premises shall have adequate provisions for waste disposal.

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8.2.7A Burning of wastes shall be done in a controlled manner. Burning for hazardous material shall be carried out in an approved incinerator.

.2.8A Only approved non-ozone depleting refrigerants shall be used.

9 HEALTH, SAFETY AND HYGIENE

9.1 Health

9.1.1A Health requirements should be followed to ensure that personnel who come directly into contact with fresh fruits and vegetables during or after harvesting are not likely to contaminate them. Visitors should where appropriate, wear protective clothing and adhere to other hygiene provisions in this code

9.1.2A Potable water that complies with US 201 relevant part shall be available to staff at all times. Containers or outlets of water unsuitable for drinking shall be appropriately marked.

9.1.3A Work station shall be provided with sufficiently well stocked first aid kits and have personnel trained in first aid on hand to deal with emergencies (see Annex C).

9.1.4A Written emergency procedures on how to deal with serious injuries requiring medical attention shall be displayed prominently with contact person or institution

9.1.5A Changing rooms and workers eating areas together with sufficient clean toilets, hand washing facilities, bactericidal soap and shall be provided. Where tablet soap is used this shall be unscented and bactericidal to avoid cross contamination between workers.

9.2 Sick workers

9.2.1A Staff suffering from any communicable diseases shall report to their immediate supervisor. They shall be not allowed to work on fresh produce until a medical officer clears their condition and certifies them as fit to resume duty.

9.2.2 A Members of staff working in a packhouse for edible produce shall have full medical check-ups once every six months and the records of the examination shall be well documented.

9.2 3A Access to post-harvest handling areas shall be restricted. No unauthorized person/visitor shall be allowed access to the packhouse. Authorized visitors entering the packhouse shall only be allowed in after briefing on the importance of hygiene and shall be provided with appropriate protective clothing. A visitor's book shall be maintained to record all visits to the packhouse.

9..2.4 A Workers shall have ready access to flush toilets or pit latrines which shall be separate for both sexes and adequate to their numbers. Pit latrines shall be not located on riparian land or near water sources.

9.2.5A Adequate hand washing facilities shall be conveniently accessible to the toilet facilities and be kept in a clean and hygienic condition. Signs to remind workers to wash their hands after toilet use shall be in place

9.2.6C Where possible, suitable rest rooms and a canteen with cooking, eating and storage facilities for food and drinks strictly separated from the working areas may be provided by the employer.

9.2.7B Employees whose work entails standing for long period must be provided with facilities for sitting to enable them to take periods of rest.

9.2..8C Farm health centers may provide occupational health and safety training to the workers on the farm in addition to family planning, first aid, basic health care, hygiene, accident prevention, preventative medicine and HIV/AIDS awareness.

9.2..9B Employees working with machinery or processes likely to cause bodily injury must be fully instructed as to the possible dangers and the precautions to be observed.


9.2.10A All machinery shall be fully guarded and well maintained. Records shall be kept of all machinery maintenance and servicing, where applicable.

9.2.11A Precautions shall include safe installation and use of electricity and gas, special instructions on smoking and the disposal of cigarette butts, provision and regular servicing of firefighting equipment and regular fire drills for employees.

NOTE To ensure the welfare of workers and out-growers all companies growers and exporters shall abide by the regulation of wages and conditions of Employment Act 2006, and any other laws which affect the welfare of workers.

9.3 Personal hygiene

Signs shall be displayed in regard to the following requirement.

9.3.1A All sores and cuts shall be adequately covered with an identifiable-food type waterproof dressing:

a) hand washing with disinfectant soap facilities, hot air or paper, not cotton, towels shall be available;

b) no powder shall be used on hands as this may contaminate produce;

c) finger nails shall be clipped short;

d) protective clothing including overalls, head covering which shall contain all hair shall be worn at all times in packing areas;

e) clothing shall be regularly laundered and kept in a clean and well-maintained condition and in an area separate from animals and separate from children's nappies;

f) smoking, eating and drinking shall be prohibited in all areas of the packhouse;

g) personnel shall be advised to keep personal belongings away from production lines and that: there should be;

i) no false nails, eye lashes or hair pieces;

ii) no strong perfumes or aftershave;

iii) no nail varnish;

iv) no watches or jewellery except single plain band wedding ring;

v) no chewing gum; and

vi) no open shoes shall be allowed in the pack house. Only closed shoes shall be allowed.

9.4 Safety measures

Workers’ Representatives and Management shall establish a coherent policy together for Occupational Safety, Health and Working Environment that conforms to ILO Convention No 155 art. 4 and 11 as well as to international accepted health and safety standards. This policy should also include issues relating to the proper handling of pesticides and chemicals.

9.4.1A Hazard analysis critical control points should be identified and a risk assessment or own farm inspection shall be made when determining the process flow and its associated systems. This assessment shall consider not only areas where health hazards to the produce may occur but also areas where quality aspects of the produce are likely to be affected. This shall include preventing contamination from foreign bodies such as pieces of string, glass, metal, hair, nails, knives, other produce etc. These assessments shall be documented and periodically reviewed. (Hazards associated with horticultural production flow that could be harmful to the consumer are in Annex F)

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9.4.2A Machinery used shall be suitable for its purpose. Essential equipment shall be made available. It shall be designed to prevent contamination of the product, be readily cleaned, well maintained and equipped with operational safety devices. Regular inspection and maintenance records shall be documented.

9.4.3A Employees shall be trained on safety of equipment. Training records shall be kept and available for audit.

9.4.4A Readily available fire extinguishers and other appropriate firefighting equipment shall be easily accessible and regularly maintained. Fire alarms shall be fitted to each floor above the exit and there shall be evidence of evacuation drills.

9.4.5A There shall be clearly marked emergency exits, which shall be fitted with fire safety break locks or remain unlocked during working hours.

9.4.6A Relevant safety rules and precautionary safety measures shall be clearly displayed.

9.5 Produce receipt

9.5.1A A detailed and precise process flow that ensures that every unit or batch of the produce received is clearly marked in a manner to enable the produce to be easily traced from receipt through handling process to dispatch point shall be in place. Such a system shall be monitored and reviewed periodically for effectiveness.

9.5.2A The produce shall be received by trained and competent personnel capable of carrying out independent inspection of it and deciding on whether to accept or reject (with a reason), or, accept with a provision for further sorting. The condition of produce at the time of receipt and delivery shall be documented to indicate unconditional acceptance, further sorting or rejection

9.5.3A samples for horticultural produce received from out growers shall be periodically collected for analysis to verify the produce pesticide residue, food borne microbiological contamination and heavy metals status at receipt stage .

9.5.4A Records of such analyses shall be maintained confidentially. The relevant authority shall take action where the MRLs are exceeded.

9.5.5A The receiving room for the produce shall be adequately lit and well ventilated to allow for physical inspection of the produce

9.5.6A Every unit of produce shall be clearly and indelibly marked to identify its source, such that its identification can be maintained throughout the handling process.

9.6 Produce inspection

9.6.1A Although inspection of produce for quality is a continuous process in certain designated areas, inspection shall be mandatory at:

a) reception at the pack house;

b) quality-control during processing;

c) final quality check when ready for dispatch;

d) loading area.

9.6.2A Final product check shall involve the following:

a) identity of product, mark, lot/batch number, grower and/or packhouse identity, date and packing code;

b) essential information such as class, variety and post-harvest treatment;


c) Actual quality code and weight or counts of individual pack units.

NOTE Operators shall provide documented traceability for produce and operations.

9.7 Quality control

9.7.1A The quality control department shall be within the vicinity of the pack house and shall be equipped with the quality control facilities, equipment, procedures, standards and records as required.

9.7.2A All measuring devices shall have the necessary accuracy as required for inspection purposes. All equipment used for weighing, sizing, temperature monitoring or any other measuring devices shall be calibrated regularly and records maintained.

9.7.3A For each consignment, samples of the produce shall be kept and their quality and condition assessed and recorded on a daily basis for at least 2 days beyond anticipated shelf life of the product. Records shall be kept for a specified period.

9.7.4A At least, six monthly audit of the quality systems shall be documented and made available for inspection by a recognized institution

9.7.5A The policy and procedure of addressing customer complaints shall be documented and implemented. All customer complaints shall be investigated and where appropriate, action taken to prevent reoccurrence.

9.7.6A Records of data showing non-compliance with the quality requirements specified in relevant standards shall be followed up with a written account of corrective measures taken.

NOTE Operators shall ensure personal hygiene of produce handlers.

9.8.7 Recall/withdrawal procedure

Growers should have programmes to ensure effective lot identification. These programmes should be able to trace the sites and agricultural inputs involved in primary production and the orign of incoming material at the packing establishment in case of suspected contamination.

Growers information should be linked with packers information so that the system can trace products from the distributor to the field information that should be included are date of harvest , farm identification and where possible b the persons who handled the horticultural produce from primary production site to packaging establishment.

A detailed recall procedure shall be in place and evidence of mock recall records availed for self assessment and on farm inspection purposes

9.9 Produce handling

9.9.1A Produce at different stages of preparation shall be kept separate. The floor layout shall allow for a smooth flow of produce from reception to finishing area, with adequate separation of raw materials from finished products. Waste materials shall be removed regularly. Semi-prepared or processed produce shall be handled in specially designed free appropriate facilities.

9.9.2A Produce shall normally be processed on a "First In, First Out" (FIFO) basis unless there are quality, maturity or hygiene attributes identified for particular batches on receipt that indicate otherwise. Where produce is processed on a non-FIFO basis, this use and the reasons for it shall be documented. Traceability of all produce shall be documented throughout the process chain.

9.10 Packhouse hygiene

9.10.1A Packhouse operations shall be geared towards implementing quality management systems and good hygiene practices (GHP).

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9.10.2A Routine and general cleaning procedures for the facilities and equipments shall be documented, monitored and evaluated for effectiveness.

9.10.3A There shall be a documented and up to date risk assessment that covers the hygiene aspects of the produce handling operation.

9.10.4A A hygiene procedure shall be implemented on the basis of the risk assessments.

9.10.5A Workers shall have access to clean toilets, appropriate waste disposal bins and hand washing facilities in the vicinity of their place of work.

9.10.6A Work tabletops, knives and cutting boards shall be of stainless metal and plastic construction only. These shall be maintained in sound condition and kept clean at all times.

9.10.7A Workers shall be given basic instructions on hygiene before handling produce. The operators shall ensure that the workers comply with the hygiene instructions.

9.11 Post-harvest washing

9.11.1A Water for washing produce shall be potable and if recycled shall be filtered and re-treated.

9.12.2A Based upon risk assessments, water for post-harvest washing shall be analysed on a regular basis by a competent laboratory to ascertain its freedom from microbial, chemical and mineral pollutants.

9.13.3B All waste water must where possible be re-cycled through constructed wetlands or use soak pit

9.14.4A Records of data showing non-compliance with the quality requirements specified in relevant standards shall be followed up with a written account of corrective measures taken.

9.15 Post-harvest treatments

9.15.1A Use of post-harvest treatments shall be justified and documented by competent personnel.

9.15.2A Use of post-harvest agro chemicals shall be strictly controlled and all such cases shall be recorded and used in compliance with the product label requirements. Permitted post-harvest chemicals and waxes shall only be used if no alternative exists to maintain good produce quality. Express permission for their use shall always be sought from the importer of horticultural produce in writing.

9.15.3A There shall be a documented record available of all the current registered biocides, waxes and crop protection products for post-harvest usage on produce.

9.15.4A The technically responsible persons for post-harvest treatments shall be one of demonstrable competence attained through training.

9.15.5A The batch/lot of treated produce shall be appropriately documented as is the geographical area, the name or reference of the farm or produce handling site where the treatment was undertaken.

9.15.6A The exact dates of applications, type of treatment used for product application, the trade name and active ingredients of the products used/applied in volume or weight shall be recorded in the post-harvest crop protection products application records. The operator name shall also be recorded in the same records.

9.16 Waste disposal

9.16.1A There shall be established written procedures to minimize wastage, for safe hygienic disposal of rejected produce and rubbish. Under no circumstances shall organic material from ornamental crops which have been treated with pesticides be fed to animals.

9.16.2A Wastewater disposal systems such as soak-pits or constructed wetlands shall be environmentally acceptable.


9.17 Cold chain facilities

9.17.1B.Harvesting must be carried out when it is cool and dry and at no time shall produce be left exposed to direct sunlight. Shade netting or similar provisions shall cover field collection areas.

9.17.2A Recommended produce temperature, humidity and air composition shall be documented and be maintained at all times. Annex H shows guidelines for storage temperature

9.17.3A Harvested produce shall be moved from the field into cool, preferably into refrigerated conditions as quickly as possible; Produce temperature shall be reduced uniformly as fast as possible.

9.17.4B Pre-coolers must be maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations. The cold store doors shall be capable of being opened from the inside while the door screens shall permit vehicle loading with minimum increase in produce temperature.

9.17.5A The cold stores shall be cleaned disinfected, and, if found to be necessary by risk assessment, fumigated on a regular basis and records maintained.

9.17.6A Transportation system shall include facilities for maintaining produce temperature at the recommended level. Records shall be kept at every phase of dispatch. Refrigerated transport is highly recommended.

9.17.7A Equipments in the cold chain for temperature measurement with the required calibration status shall be in place to provide regular monitoring. Situations outside normal holding temperatures shall be reacted to and corrected as fast as possible. Records shall be kept of all of the monitoring results and any corrective actions taken

9.17.8A Produce handlers such as drivers and freight forwarders shall receive written instructions on maintaining temperature levels.

9.18 Packaging material

9.18.1A Growers and exporters shall ensure packaging and other materials in contact with the produce do not cause contamination. Packaging material shall be of food grade quality and of such a design as to protect the produce from any contamination and to protect produce from damage

9.18.2A Procedures of storage and stock control of packaging materials shall be done in a manner that will sustain a high status of hygiene and cleanliness. Packaging shall be held in areas protected from rodent, insect and other pest access and be designed to protect the packaging material from any adverse weather.

9.18.3A Whilst adhering to their customer's requirements, management shall be committed to the use of environmentally friendly packaging materials that can be re-cycled in the importing country.

9.18.4A Polyvinyl chloride and other chlorinated plastics shall be not used as packaging material or as sheeting for greenhouses.

9.18.5B To avoid produce damage, proper stacking of cartons must be ensured through written instructions to the freight forwarder.

9.18.6A Cartons shall be assembled correctly with tabs fully locked in position. No staples shall be used in the case of food packaging.

9.19 A Cleaning materials

Materials used for cleaning shall be those approved for use and shall be stored and maintained in a designated area away from foods and other non-cleaning chemicals. Adequate facilities shall be provided for cleaning and disinfecting of work tools and equipment. Cleaning chemicals shall be scent -free.

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9.20 Additional requirements for flowers

9.20.1A Cut flowers shall be put as soon as possible into clean buckets of water containing the recommended preservatives to maintain flower freshness.

9.20.2A The flower preservative types, dosage rates, measuring, mixing procedures and means of disposal shall be recorded.

9.20.3A Flowers shall be dyed with food grade dyes only.

9.20.4C Disposal of flower preservative treatment maybe as in Annex D.

9.20.5B The boxes must be assembled correctly and, where they are used, staples must be inserted properly. Members of staff shall be trained on correct box assembly.

9.20.6A A minimum of 5 cm gap between the flower ends and the box shall be maintained during packing and the flowers held securely with an appropriate cross tie. The boxes shall be not overfilled and the exterior banding of the box shall be at the right tension.

9.20.7A The pre-cooling vents shall be correctly aligned.

10 LABOUR, EMPLOYMENT AND SOCIAL ISSUES

10.1 Wages

10.1.1B All employees must be paid at the agreed time and in full or by some mutually acceptable monetary means. Information regarding wages shall be made available to employees in a detailed and understandable form.

10.1.2B No deductions of any sort other than the statutory requirements must be made from employee's wages without mutual agreement.

10.1.3B Workers must be selected for a particular job and paid in accordance with their ability to carry out specific tasks. All workers shall receive equal pay for equal work. Hiring, compensation and access to benefits must be on the basis of ability and job responsibilities.

10.1.4B There must be clear and fair guidelines on payments of bonuses and incentives and these shall be administered fairly and communicated transparently to all staff concerned.

10.1.5B Where overtime is required due to seasonal demands, payment must be made. Agreed and legally stipulated mid-day and work breaks shall be observed.

10.1.6A Employers shall make the necessary deductions and remit monthly contributions in accordance with NSSF Act, Cap. 222 or other relevant statutory instruments.

10.1.7C Every employer may provide reasonable housing accommodation with adequate clean water, washing and toilet facilities for each of his employees within easy access; or the employer may pay to the employee such sufficient sum as housing allowance in addition to wages or salary. In cases where the employer provides housing, a development and management plan may be in place.

10.2 Work contracts

10.2.1A All employees, including those sub-contracted, shall be given a written, legally binding employment contract signed by both parties detailing their obligations, rights and entitlements. Subsequent changes in terms and conditions shall be negotiated and communicated to employees.

10.2.2B Work contracts may be executed for a fixed term, for a period of time to complete a task or for an indefinite period to accomplish an occasional task. Tasks allocated per day shall be based on what can be reasonably completed by an averagely experienced worker on a standard working day.


10.2.3A Use of fixed-term contracts or "casual labour" to evade labour or NSSF laws shall be avoided.

10.3 Work hours and leave days

10.3.1B Employers must provide transport or transport allowance when employees work outside normal working hours or when public transport is not available and the employee does not live within easy or safe walking distance of the workplace.

10.3.2B In every period of seven (7) days a period of rest comprising at least one rest day (paid) must be provided. Agreed and legally stipulated work breaks shall be observed.

10.3.3A All permanent and contract staff shall be entitled to minimum 21 leave days. The leave above is in addition to all public holidays, weekly rest days and any sick leave taken by an employee. The leave must be taken at times mutually agreed between the employer and employee.

10.3.4B All seasonal workers/sub-contractors must be entitled to leave on a pro-rata basis.

10.3.5B An employee must be entitled to sick leave and this is only to be granted on production of a certified letter of incapacity signed by a recognized medical practitioner.(refer to relevant laws)

10.3.6A The employees (Female and male) shall be entitled to the statutory maternity leave on full pay or collective bargaining agreement. The employee will not incur any loss of privileges for reason of being on such leave.

10.4 Pregnancy

10.4.1A Women shall be not discriminated against during ante or post-natal periods in regard to recruitment, selection or termination of a particular job.

10.4.2A Expectant mothers shall be given due consideration and be assigned duties appropriate to their physical condition. Where risk is identified, action shall be taken to minimize or eliminate the danger; In particular, pregnant women shall not come into contact with pesticides or dangerous chemicals.

10.2.3A There shall be safe facilities for nursing mothers to feed infants and a care taker to keep the children while mothers are working. Extra time shall be given to nursing mothers to feed their infants.

10.5A Summary dismissal

Each farm should have legally validated internal regulations of working and labour conditions, if not provided for by national law, which should include, among others, proper regulation of warnings and procedure for dismissals.

Gross misconduct as set out in the Employment Act 2006, shall be grounds for summary dismissal.

10.6 Workman's compensation

10.6.1A Any member of the workforce who is injured in the course of his work shall be entitled to compensation in accordance with the Workman's Compensation Act, Cap. 225.

10.6.2A Compensation claimed shall be disallowed if it is proved that the injury was attributable to the serious and willful misconduct of the employee.

10.7C Trade unions

Workers have the right with regard to the national law to establish and to join labour unions of their own choice, without prior permission. No other management-worker-body can be accepted as a replacement for this basic human right. Workers representatives will not be subjected to discrimination and will have access to all workplaces necessary to carry out their representation functions.

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10.8A Grievance procedures

10.8.1A Workers shall have the right to be heard on matters relating to contractual terms, dismissals and general welfare. The management in co-operation with the workers' representatives shall be required to establish and implement a coherent policy with regard to labour and social issues.

10.8.2A Clear written procedures shall be developed and communicated to the workers and be accepted by all parties involved. Complaints regarding labour and working conditions shall be forwarded to the workers representatives or to an external independent body on a confidential basis.

10.8.3A Employers shall provide a formal procedure for solving disputes in the workplace within a specified time frame.

10.9 Forced labour

10.9.1A No farm shall make use of forced labour nor coerce anyone to work against his/her will.

10.9.2A Workers shall not be required to lodge ―deposits‖ or their original identity papers with their employer..

10.10A Discrimination

10.10.1A.The Company shall not engage in or support discrimination, intimidation or coercion in any form based on ethnic origin, religion, gender, union membership or political affiliation.

10.10.2A Physical harassment, disciplinary practices and/or psychological oppression, particularly with respect to female workers, shall not be tolerated and the operator shall ensure that measures are in place to prevent such practices.

Workers shall be selected and hired in accordance with their ability to carry out their tasks. No distinction shall be made on the basis of race, gender, age, religion, nationality, ethnic and social origin, marital status, union membership or political opinion. Employees shall also have access to training on equal terms.

10.11 Child labor/minors

10.11.1A No children (persons under 18 years of age) shall be employed for any duty or task whether gainfully or otherwise in the workplace. Exceptions may be made in smallholder operations where young family members may help out on the farm. Work that is likely to jeopardize the health, physical or mental development shall not be carried out by persons less than 18 years of age

10.11.2B Work must not restrict educational opportunities for children.

10.12 Out-growers/ Out grower Associations

10.12.1A Operators shall formulate and implement a fair purchasing policy with their out growers.

10.12.2A There shall be a written, legally binding agreements between the operators and all out-growers covering product, volumes, frequencies of collection, pricing, grades and obligations.

10.12.3B The operator must take responsibility for providing full technical advice where such need is perceived to out-growers prior to starting crop production.

10.12.4B Arrangements for deductions from final payments made for training and supply of other inputs must be clearly specified in written form before these services are provided.

10.12.5A The operator shall ensure that out-growers are aware of, and implement the relevant principles and requirements of this code of practice.

10.12.6B The buyer must be able to justify the pricing policy regarding the out-growers/Associations.


10.12.7B All out-growers must be paid in cash or by a mutually agreed monetary arrangement and be supported with proper and adequate documentation.

10.13 Visitors

10.13.1C All visits by non-company personnel may be recorded in a visitor’s book or similar register.

10.13.2C Visitors may be accompanied at all times by a company representative.

10.13.3A Visitors shall be provided with suitable protective clothing or equipment when entering areas where they might be exposed to hazardous or injurious conditions.

11 Complaint handling procedures

11.1A The management shall show commitment to adequately address complaints that may arise with regard to the activities of the firm/farm.

11.2A There shall be an established and documented complaint handling procedure addressing all issues relating to the farming activity.

11.3A The procedure shall state all the steps taken to address arising complaints and all the recommended corrective actions must be stated and acted upon.

11.4A The complaint handling procedure shall be regularly reviewed to enhance effectiveness.

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Annex A (informative)

Pesticide product label requirements

A.1 It must be borne in mind that all chemicals are hazardous to some degree and the degree of hazard is

determined by the dose. They also act differently in their toxicity to different animals; what is relatively safe to

humans may be hazardous to fish. Also, chemicals vary in their hazard potential depending on their effects on

different parts of the body (mouth, lungs, skin, eyes, etc.). A chemical, which is relatively harmless if

swallowed, may be dangerous as an eye irritant.

A.2 The following information shall appear on all labels:

A.2.1 Hazard symbols

These are internationally accepted symbols Class Ia Very toxic Skull and crossbones on red ground

Class lb Toxic Skull and crossbones on red ground Class II Harmful Black cross on yellow or orange ground Class III Caution Blue ground Class lV or V Not likely to present hazard in normal use — Green ground

A.2.2 Product name

This is a trade or commercial name often incorporating the sellers name and a description of use (e.g. Smiths SUMUTOX Acaricide) and a short statement summarizing the use of the product (e.g. "for the control of mites in ornamental crops").

A.2.3 Active ingredient

This names all the active ingredients of the product using the common names approved by the Pest Control Products Board together with the minimum guaranteed amount of each ingredient expressed for solids as grams per kilogram (g/kg) or for liquids as grams per litre (g/L). Where a flammable solvent is in the formulation this will be indicated.

A.2.4 Warning

Where there is a specific danger in the use of the product this will be indicated (e.g. "can cause severe irritation to the eyes or exposed skin"). All labels carry a notice to the user that the product can only be used in accordance with the direction on the label and misuse is an offence under the Control of agricultural chemicals act, Ch 9

A.2.5 Precautions

All labels shall carry: a) symptoms of poisoning; b) first aid instructions; c) antidotes (where applicable) and remedial measures; d) advice to doctors where applicable; e) environment information; e) toxicity of the product to aquatic, avian and bee life.

A.2.6 Pictograms (see A.2.8)

Increasingly, product labels will bear a pictogram showing in short form the hazards and precautions specific to the product. These are more fully explained in A.2.8.


A.2.7 Signal words

Signal words shall appear on the product label. These are extremely hazardous or very toxic;



A.2.8 Pictograms

Increasingly, product labels will bear a pictogram showing in short form the hazards and precautions specific to the product. The pictograms usually take the form of a coloured band (e.g. red for very toxic). In the centre, there will be a warning device (e.g. skull and crossbones for very toxic). To the left of the device pictograms on the protective measures and clothing recommended for the storage and handling of the product. To the right of the devices are advice pictograms on the precautions to be taken in the application of the product. It must be stressed that the pictograms used on a label relate to the specific safety advice associated with the product. The lower the hazard associated with the product, the fewer the pictograms.

Signal words shall appear on the product label. The table below lists the major toxicity/hazard categories and the respective signal words.

Table 1 — Gives full toxicity ratings for mammals, fish, birds and bees for most of the pesticides in common use in horticulture in Uganda. Where doubt exists or the product is not listed, the council has a database that can be available to growers.

Picture on label

WHO hazard class

EPA hazard indicator

Signal colour on label

Signal word on label

PCPB rating on label

Oral toxicity (ld 50) rat

Inhalation toxicity

Dermal toxicity Eye effects Skin effects

Ia DANGER POISON I

4.1 Red VERY TOXIC

Restricted Up to and including 5 mg/kg

Up to and including 0.2 mg/L

Up to and including 200 mg/kg

CORROSIVE Corneal opacity not reversible within 7 days

CORROSIVE

Ib DANGER I 4.2 Red TOXIC Restricted From 5 to 50 mg/kg

Up to and

including 0.2 mg/L

Up to and

including 200 mg/kg

CORROSIVE

Corneal opacity not reversible within 7 days

CORROSIVE

II WARNING II 4.3 Yellow HARMFUL Commercial and agriculture

From 50 to 500 mg/kg

From 0.2 to 2.0 mg/L

From 200 to 2 000 mg/kg

Corneal opacity reversible within 7 days, irritation persisting for 7

days

Severe irritation at 72 hours

III CAUTION III 4.4 Blue CAUTION

Commercial and agricultural

From 500 to 5 000 mg/kg

From 2.0 to 22 mg/kg

From 2 000 to 20 000 mg/kg

No corneal opacity irritation reversible

within 7 days

Moderate irritation 72 hours

IV

CAUTION IV 6.1.2 Green CAUTION

Commercial and agricultural and

some domestic

Greater than

5 000 mg/kg

Greater than 20

mg/L

Greater than

20 000 mg/kg No irritation

Mild or slight irritation at 72

hours



Annex B (informative)

Restricted entry intervals or re-entry intervals (REI)

B.1 A pesticide restricted entry interval (REI) is the time immediately after application when entry into the treated area is forbidden to those workers not wearing protective clothing. Some pesticides have one REI, such as 12 hours, for all crops and uses. Other products have different REI's depending on the crop, situation or method of application. When two or more pesticides are applied at the same time and have different REI's the longer interval must be followed.

B.2 The REI is or shall be listed on the pesticide product label. Where there is no indication, be guided by the following table which complies with the World Health Organization (WHO) requirements.

Pesticide of:

WHO Class I a Red label 36 hours re-entry interval

WHO Class I b Red label 18 hours re-entry interval

WHO Class II Yellow label 12 hours re-entry interval

WHO Class III Blue label 4 hours re-entry interval-or when leaves are dry

WHO Class IV and V Green label 4 hours re-entry interval-or when leaves are dry

Methyl bromide 48 to 96 hours re-entry interval

B.3 Where pesticides are applied in a sealed environment such as a greenhouse or similar structure, the greenhouse shall be ventilated, if possible, immediately after any spraying.

B.4 In all cases, unprotected workers shall not enter treated areas until after the stipulated interval and not before the foliage is completely dry before handling the harvesting commences. There shall be warning signs at all entry points of such treated areas, not just greenhouses, during pesticide application showing clearly the earliest time for re-entry of unprotected workers.

B.5 Where it is necessary for workers to enter the treated area before the REI, they shall wear the appropriate personal protection equipment (PPE)

B.6 Guidelines on complying with re-entry intervals

B.2.1 Keep spraying to a minimum by good scouting, prompt effective action and spot spraying.

B.2.2 Wherever possible avoid the use of Classes I and II products. Consult suppliers about alternative products and find out what other project managers are using.

B.2.3 When possible spray will be applied in the late afternoon to allow the crop to ventilate overnight.

B.2.4 When spraying has to be done in the morning before harvesting begins:

a) start early. If necessary, install lighting to facilitate this;

b) organize the work to get the spray round completed as quickly as possible;


c) measure time spent moving, waiting and filling the tank as well as time taken in measuring chemicals and plan accordingly.

B.2.5 Organize harvesting so that workers complete an unsprayed area first.

B.2.6 Preference shall be given to spot spraying, low volume spraying and good ventilation

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Annex C (informative)

First aid

C.1 The Factories Act 1953 (Ch 220) requires that ―there shall be provided and maintained so as to be readily accessible a first aid box or cupboard of the prescribed standard for every 150 persons employed and where more than 150 persons are employed an additional box or cupboard for every 150 persons".

C.2 Each first aid box shall be placed under the charge of a responsible and trained person, who shall be readily available during working hours and a notice shall be affixed in every workroom stating the name of the person in charge.

C.3 The first aid boxes or cupboard shall contain for every 10 to 50 persons at least:

a) a copy of the first-aid leaflet (L.D. 250/1 ) issued by the labour department;

b) a sufficient number (not less than six) of small sterilized unmedicated dressings for injured fingers;

c) a sufficient number (not less than three) of medium sized sterilized unmedicated dressings for injured hands or feet;

d) a sufficient number (not less than three) of large sterilized unmedicated dressings for other injured parts;

e) a sufficient number (not less than twelve) of adhesive wound dressings of a suitable type and of assorted sizes;

f) a sufficient number (not less than two) of triangular bandages of unbleached calico, the longest side of which measures not less than fifty-one inches and each of the other sides not less than thirty-six inches;

g) a sufficient supply of adhesive plaster;

h) a sufficient supply of absorbent sterilized cotton wool, in half-ounce packets;

i) a sufficient supply of factory eye drops, BPC;

j) a sufficient number (not less than two) of sterilized eye-pads in separate sealed packets;

k) a tourniquet;

l) m) a supply of safety pins.

C.4 Where more than 50 persons are employed double the above quantity shall be provided and maintained.

C.5 All materials for drugs and dressings contained in first aid boxes or cupboards shall be those of a quality not lower than the standards specified by the British Pharmaceutical Codex (B.P.C.).

C.6 Each first aid box or cupboard shall be plainly marked "First Aid".

C.7 First aiders

Every grower shall have employees trained in first aid by a recognized organization such as St John’s


Ambulance or a hospital.

C.8 General Principles

a) it is easier to prevent poisoning than to treat it. Handle chemicals with care;

b) remember, people can be taken ill from natural causes when handling chemicals and it is important to establish that a chemical is involved before treatment is given. Wrong treatment may worsen a patient's condition;

c) keeping a patient calm and comfortable and obtaining immediate medical attention will give him or her the best chance of recovering;

d) if breathing stops, perform artificial respiration immediately;

e) antidotes shall only be administered by qualified persons. Never give alcohol or milk when poisoning is suspected.

C.9 Oral ingestion

Symptoms can be excessive sweating, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pains and diarrhoea. Patient must be treated by a doctor promptly, either locally or at a hospital. Keep patient calm and comfortable, protect from heat and cold. Administer medicinal charcoal, if available. Provide the doctor with the label of the chemical suspected of causing the poisoning.

C.10 Inhalation

This usually occurs when working in closed areas or when a worker has failed to wear mask. If poisoning is suspected, remove patient from work area into fresh air. Loosen clothing around the throat and chest. Treat as for oral ingestion.

C.11 Dermal

a) many chemicals can irritate the skin and penetrate rapidly. Symptom most common is a rash;

b) wash splashes of concentrate from the skin immediately with soap and plenty of clean water. Remove all contaminated clothing immediately and wash underlying skin. If skin blisters, apply soothing creams;

c) if the chemical penetrates the skin rapidly it is possible symptoms similar to oral ingestion can be experienced. Treat as for oral ingestion.

C.12 Ocular (eyes)

In cases of accidental splashing of chemical into the eyes, flush the eyes with cool, clean water for at least 15 minutes, holding the eyelids open. A jet of water works the best. Where eye irritation persists, send patient to a doctor immediately.

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Annex D (informative)

Flower preservative treatments

D.1 The use of appropriate flower preservatives is essential to maximize the vase life of cut flowers and is mandatory at the Netherlands auctions.

D.2 Quality control systems must be in place to ensure bucket cleanliness and to ensure correct dose rates of preservatives.

D.3 The following is a guide to four commonly used preservatives and the flowers for which they are recommended.

D.4 Aluminium sulphate and wetting agents

a) achillea (other);

b) bouvardia;

c) hydrangea;

d) rose.

D.5 Chlorine compounds

e) achillea filipendulina;

f) anthirrhinum;

g) campanula;

h) celosia;

i) eustoma.

D.6 Quaternary ammonium compounds and wetting agents

j) Aster novi-belgii;

k) Astilbe;

l) Carthamus;

m) Chrysanthemum;

n) Gentiana Gypsophilia (in conjunction with STS).

D7 Silver thiosulphate (STS)

o) aconitum;

p) aquilegia alstroemeria (in conjunction with quarternary compounds and plant growth hormones);

q) asclepias;


r) delphinium;

s) dianthus;

t) dicentra.

u) euphorbia (in conjunction with quaternary compounds and plant growth hormones) ;

v) gypsophilia (in conjunction with quaternary ammonium compounds and wetting agents);

w) lathyrus;

x) lilium;

y) veronica.

Note: All preservatives in the concentrated or diluted form shall be handled and disposed of as if they were pesticides.



Annex E (informative)

MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE ANIMAL INDUSTRY AND FISHERIES

List of Registered Agricultural Chemical Products

Pursuant to the Agricultural Chemicals Control Act, 2006, the Agricultural Chemicals Board hereby gives notice that under section 4 of the Act it has registered the following products, with effect from

the dates shown.

Date of

Registration

Registration Number Product Name Applicant Name Applicant Name

05.04.2013 UgC/2013/000984/He/RRR Glyweed Glyphosate 41% SL Sabero Organics, Gujarat Ltd,

India

05.04.2013 UgC/2013/000983/Fu/RRR Pin-Up 48% SL Glyphosate 41% SL Agsin Singapore PTE Ltd,

Singapore

05.04.2013 UgC/2013/000982/Fu/RRRRRR Mamba Glyphosate 36% SL Dow Agro Science, France


05.04.2013 UgC/2013/000981/Fu/RRRRR Mancofil M45 Mancozeb 80WP Indofil Chemicals Ltd., India

05.03.2013 UgC/2013/000980/He/RRR Glycel 41% SL Glyphosate 410g/l M/S Excel Industries, India

05.03.2013 UgC/2013/000979/In/RRR Celphos Aluminium phosphide 56% Excel Industries Ltd. India

05.03.2013 UgC/2013/000978/In/RRRR Cruiser 350FS Thiomethoxam Syngenta Crop. Protection

Ag. Basle.

05.03.2013 UgC/2013/000977/In/RRRRR Sicorin 5% EC Cypermethrin 500g/l The Scientific Fertilizer Co.

India

14.02.2013 UgC/2013/000976/In/RR Green Power Cypermethrin 50g/l Limin Chemical Co. Ltd,

China

14.02.2013 UgC/2013/000975/In/RR Green Hammer Thoate Dimethoate 40% EC Limin Chemical Co. Ltd,

China

14.01.2013 UgC/2013/000974/He/R Sweep All Glyphosate IPA 41%SL Esinochem Shangai Co Ltd,

China

17.12.2012 UgC/2012/000973/He/R Nyo 2,4 D Amine 2,4 Dichlorophenyl acetic acid 720g/l

SL

CropStar Chemical Industry

Co, China

05.12.2012 UgC/2012/000972/He/R Suguard Ametryn 50%SC GSP Crop Science Private

Ltd.

05.12.2012 UgC/2012/000971/He/R RunOut Glyphosate 48%SL GSP Crop Science Private

Ltd.

05.12.2012 UgC/2012/000970/He/R Cyclone 2,4 Dichlorophenyl acetic acid 720g/l GSP Crop Science Private

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SL Ltd.

23.11.2012 UgC/2012/000969/He/RRR Pilarsato Glyphosate 41%WW-SL Pilarquim Corporation Ltd.

Taipei, Taiwan

16.11.2012 UgC/2012/000968He/R Kohinor 200g/l Imidacloprid 200g/l Makhteshim Agan Israel

16.11.2012 UgC/2012/000967/Fu/RRRRR Antracol 70 WP Propineb 70 % Bayer East Africa

16.11.2012 UgC/2012/000966/In/RRRRR Decis 2.5% Deltamethrin 2.5% Bayer East Africa

14.11.2012 UgC/2012/000965/He/RR Butanil 70SL Propanil 350 g/l + Butachlor 350 g/l Kingtech Corporation

Shenzhen- China

14.11.2012 UgC/2012/000964/In/RR Dudu Cyper Cypermethrin 50 g/l Kingtech Corporation

Shenzhen- China

14.11.2012 UgC/2012/000963/He/RR Weedmaster 50%SL Glyphosate 500g/l Kingtech Corporation

Shenzhen- China

14.11.2012 UgC/2012/000962/In/RR Nimbecidine Azadirachtin 0.03%EC T.Stanes and Company Ltd

India

12.11.2012 UgC/2012/000961/In/RRR Confidor Imidacloprid 20% Bayer East Africa

12.11.2012 UgC/2012/000960/In/RRR Gaucho Imidacloprid 70% Bayer East Africa

05.11.2012 UgC/2012/000959/Fu/RR Rodazim Carbendazim Rotam Ltd Hong Kong

05.11.2012 UgC/2012/000958/Fu/RR Rochlop Chlorpyrifos 480g/lEC Rotam Agrochemical


05.11.2012 UgC/2012/000957/In/RR Electra Lufenuron 50 EC Rotam Agrochemical

05.11.2012 UgC/2012/000956/Fu/RR Volar MZ 690 WP Dimetormorph + Mancozeb 690 WP Rotam Agrochemical

05.11.2012 UgC/2012/000955/In/RR Jackpot Lambdacyhalothrin 50 gEC Rotam Agrochemical

05.11.2012 UgC/2012/000954/In/RR Imaxi Imidacloprid 200SC Rotam Agrochemical

05.11.2012 UgC/2012/000953/In/RR Milor 72 WP Metalaxyl 80g/kg + Mancozeb 640

g/kg

Rotam Ltd Hong Kong

05.11.2012 UgC/2012/000952/In/RR Cooperthoate Dimethoate 40% EC Hockley International Ltd

05.11.2012 UgC/2012/000951/Fu/RR Cooperzeb Mancozeb 80 WP Hockley International Ltd

05.11.2012 UgC/2012/000950/He/RR Coopersate 36%SL Glyphosate 360g/l Hochley International Ltd.

31.10.2012 UgC/2012/000949/Fu/R SEK Mancozeb Mancozeb 80WP Shangai Agrochina

International Trading Co. Ltd

31.10.2012 UgC/2012/000948/In/R SEK Cypermethrin

5%EC

Cypermethrin 5%EC Shangai Agrochina


31.10.2012 UgC/2012/000947/He/R SEK Glyphosate Potassium salt of glyphosate 360g/l Shangai Agrochina


31.10.2012 UgC/2012/000946/He/R SEK 2,4-D Amine 2,4 Dichlorophenyl acetic acid 720g/l

SL

Shangai Agrochina


24.10.2012 UgC/2012/000945/He/R RoundUp Ready Plus Potassium salt of N-

(phosphonomethyl) glycine 540g/l

Monsanto Europe SA

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24.10.2012 UgC/2012/000944/He/R MON 79632 Glycine 360g/l Potassium salt of N-

Phosphonoethy

Monsanto Europe SA

17.10.2012 UgC/2012/000943/In/RR Metrix Metribuzin 480EC Fluence Middle East Africa

Ltd, Cyprus

17.10.2012 UgC/2012/000942/In/RR Golan 20% SP Acetamiprid 200g/l Fluence Middle East Africa

Ltd, Cyprus

17.10.2012 UgC/2012/000941/In/RR Bird Shield Conc Methyl Anthranilate 26% Bror Cederstrom Impec, Inc.

USA

17.10.2012 UgC/2012/000940/Fu/RR Nordox 75 WG Cuprous Oxide 750 g/kg Nordox Industries A.S

Norway

17.10.2012 UgC/2012/000939/In/RR Oxymatrine 2.4 SL Prosular Oxymatrine 2.4% Fluence Plant Protec. Prodn

Ltd- Cyprus

17.10.2012 UgC/2012/000938/Fu/RR Agrifos 600 Phosphorous acid 600g/l Fluence Plant Protec. Prodn

Ltd- Cyprus

17.10.2012 UgC/2012/000937/In/RR Abamectin Abamectin 18g/l Agriphar S.A Belgium

17.10.2012 UgC/2012/000936/In/RR Rogan 40 % EC Dimethoate 400 g/l Agrimor Ltd – Israel

12.10.2012 UgC/2012/000935/In/R Kinyvert Verticilium lecanii-V17 Kinyara Sugar works, Uganda

12.10.2012 UgC/2012/000934/In/R Kinymet Metarrhizium anisopliae-ma 4 Kinyara Sugar works, Uganda

12.10.2012 UgC/2012/000933/In/R Kinybeam Beaveria bassiana Bb 5a Kinyara Sugar works, Uganda


12.10.2012 UgC/2012/000932/Ba/R Kinypmonas Pseudomonas flourescens Pz 19 Kinyara Sugar works, Uganda

12.10.2012 UgC/2012/000931/Fu/R Kinyderma Trichoderma viride TV-6 Kinyara Sugar works, Uganda

12.10.2012 UgC/2012/000930/Fe/R Kinypbium Rhizobium Spp Ks 3 Kinyara Sugar works, Uganda

12.10.2012 UgC/2012/000929/Fe/R Kinypotash Frateuria aurentis Fa 3 Kinyara Sugar works, Uganda

12.10.2012 UgC/2012/000928/Fe/R Kinyaceto Gluconoaceto bacter diazotropicus

biofert 1

Kinyara Sugar works, Uganda

12.10.2012 UgC/2012/000927Fe/R Kinyazoto Azotobacter chroococcum AC1 Kinyara Sugar works, Uganda

12.10.2012 UgC/2012/000926/Fe/R Kinyspirillum Azospirillum SSP Sp 7 Kinyara Sugar works, Uganda

12.10.2012 UgC/2012/000925/Fe/R Kinyphos Bacillus Megaterium var phosphaticum

PB1

Kinyara Sugar works, Uganda

03.10.2012 UgC/2012/000924/Fu/R Fungozeb 80WP Mancozeb 80WP DVA Agro Gmbh Germany

03.10.2012 UgC/2012/000922/I3/R Devacyper 5%EC Cypermethrin 5%EC DVA Agro Gmbh Germany

03.10.2012 UgC/2012/000922/In/R Devalan 20 SP Acetamiprid 20%SP DVA Agro Gmbh Germany

03.10.2012 UgC/2012/000921/He/R Rondo 480 SL Glyphosate 360g/l DVA Agro Gmbh Germany

03.10.2012 UgC/2012/000920/He/R Herbix Plus 720SL 2,4 Dichlorophenyl acetic acid 720g/l

SL

DVA Agro Gmbh Germany

27.09.2012 UgC/2012/000919/He/RRRR Kalachi 360SL Glyphosate 360g/l Calliope Groupe Arysta Life

Science France

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31.08.2012 UgC/2012/000918/Fu/R Mancobex 80WP Mancozeb 80WP Nanjing Limin Co. Ltd

Shangai

31.08.2012 UgC/2012/000917/In/R Cymebex 5%EC Cypermethrin 50g/l Nanjing Limin Co. Ltd

Shangai

31.08.2012 UgC/2012/000916/He/R Glyphobex 360SL Glyphosate 360g/l Nanjing Limin Co. Ltd

Shangai

31.08.2012 UgC/2012/000915/In/R Pyribex 48%EC Chloropyrifos 480g/l EC Nanjing Limin Co. Ltd

Shangai

31.08.2012 UgC/2012/000914/In/R Dimethoatebex 40EC Dimethoate 400g/l Nanjing Limin Co. Ltd

Shangai

01.08.2012 UgC/2012/000913/In/R Thunder 145 OD Betacyflutthrin 45g/l + Imidacloprid

100g/l)

Bayer East Africa, Kenya

10.07.2012 UgC/2012/000912/In/RRR Twigathoate 40EC Dimethoate 400g/l Agrochem Alexandria, Egypt

10.07.2012 UgC/2012/000911/In/RRRRR Sumithion 50EC Fenitrothion 50% EC Sumitomo Coropoe=ration,

Japan

03.07.2012 UgC/2012/000910/In/R Uthoate 40EC Dimethoate 400g/l United Phosphorus India

03.07.2012 UgC/2012/000909/In/R Uchlorvos 100EC Dichlorvos United Phosphorus India

03.07.2012 UgC/2012/000908/He/R Uphosate 41SL Glyphosate 41%SL United Phosphorus India

03.07.2012 UgC/2012/000907/In/R Umethrin 5EC Cypermethrin 5%EC United Phosphorus India


03.07.2012 UgC/2012/000906/Fu/R Unilax 72% WP Metalaxyl + Mancozeb 72 WP United Phosphorus India

15.06.2012 UgC/2012/000905/Fu/RRR Tridex 80% WP Penncozeb 80 % WP Cerexagric

22.05.2012 UgC/2012/000904/Fu/RRR Apron Star Difenoconazole 2% + Thiamethoxam

20% + Metalaxyl-M 20%

Syngenta Crop.Protection Ag.

Basle.

22.05.2012 UgC/2012/000903/He/RRRR Touchdown Glyphosate – Trimesium 48% Syngenta Crop.Protection Ag.

Basle.

22.05.2012 UgC/2012/000902/Fu/RRR Maxim XL 035 FS Fludioxonil + Metalaxyl M Syngenta Crop.Protection Ag.

Basle.

22.05.2012 UgC/2012/000901/He/RR Fusilade FORTE Fluazifop-p-butyl 150 g/l Syngenta Crop.

Protection Ag. Basle.

22.05.2012 UgC/2012/000900/He/RR Lumax S- metolachlor 375 g/l +

Terbuthylazine 125 g/l + Mesotrion

37.5 g/l

Syngenta Crop.


22.05.2012 UgC/2012/000899/In/RRRRR Actellic Super Pirimiphos methyl 1.6% + Permethrin

0.3%

Syngenta Crop.Protection Ag.

Basle.

22.05.2012 UgC/2012/000898/Fu/RRR Thiovit Sulphur 80% WW Syngenta Crop.Protection Ag.

Basle.

30.03.2012 UgC/2012/000897/In/R SEKAPRIFOS Chloropyrifos 48% EC Sinochem Shangai co. Ltd,

China

30.03.2012 UgC/2012/000896/Fu/R SEKAZEB Mancozeb 80%WP Sinochem Shangai co. Ltd,

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China

30.03.2012 UgC/2012/000895/He/R SEKASATE Glyphosate 3600 SL Sinochem Shangai co. Ltd,

China

30.03.2012 UgC/2012/000894/He/R SEKA 2,4D Amine

720SL

Dimethylamine salt of 2,4

Dichlorophenyl acetic acid 720g/l SL

Sinochem Shangai co. Ltd,

China

28.03.2012 UgC/2012/000893/He/RR Lasset GD Acetochlor 41% + Terbuthylazine 19% Monsanto Europe NV

28.03.2012 UgC/2012/000892/He/RR Round Up Turbo Glyphosate 450 SL Monsanto Europe NV

23.03.2012 UgC/2012/000891/Fe/RR Agroleaf/Agroblen (Nitrogen 19.89 + Phosphorus 20.29%

+ Potassium 19.51% + Trace element)

The Scotts Co. Kenya

Ltd.Alpha Center Unit 8,

Nairobi Kenya

23.03.2012 UgC/2012/000890/Fu/RRRRR Green Zeb 80WP Mancozeb LiminChemicals LTD, Jiansu,

China

23.03.2012 UgC/2012/000888/In/RRR Agro-Dellic Grain Dust

DP

Pirimiphos – methyl 16g/kg

+ Permethrin 3 g/kg

Asiatic Agric Chem. Industry

(PTE) Ltd Singapore

23.03.2012 UgC/2012/000887/In/RRRRR Agro-Cypro 440 EC 40 g/l Cypermethrin + 400 g/l

Profenofos


(PTE) Ltd Singapore

23.03.2012 UgC/2012/000886/In/RRRRRRR Agro-Chlordi 500EC 278 g/l Chlorpyrifos + 222 g/l

Dimethoate


(PTE) Ltd Singapore

23.03.2012 UgC/2012/000885/In/RRRRRRRR Agro-Thoate 40 EC Dimethoate 400g/l Asiatic Agric Chem. Industry

(PTE) Ltd Singapore


23.03.2012 UgC/2012/000884/He/RRRRRRR

R

Agro-sate 360 SL Glyphosate 36% SL Asiatic Agric Chem. Industry

(PTE) Ltd Singapore

23.03.2012 UgC/2012/000883/In/RRRRRRRR Agro-Cythrin 5 EC Cypermethrin 50 g/l Asiatic Agric Chem. Industry

(PTE) Ltd Singapore

23.03.2012 UgC/2012/000882/Fu/RRRRRRR

R

Agro-Zeb 80 WP Mancozeb 80 % WP Asiatic Agric Chem. Industry

(PTE) Ltd Singapore

23.03.2012 UgC/2012/000881/In/RRRRRR Agro-Pyrifos 48 EC Chlorpyrifos 480 g/l Asiatic Agric Chem. Industry

(PTE) Ltd Singapore

23.03.2012 UgC/2012/000880/In/RRRRRR Agro-Malon 57 EC Malathion 57 % EC Asiatic Agric Chem. Industry

(PTE) Ltd Singapore

23.03.2012 UgC/2012/000879/Fu/RRRRRR Agro-Laxyl Mz 72 WP Metalaxyl 80 g/kg + 640 g/kg

Mancozeb


(PTE) Ltd Singapore

23.03.2012 UgC2012/000878/He/RRRRRR Agro-2,4 D Amine

720SL

Dimethylamine salt of 2,4

Dichlorophenyl acetic acid 720g/l SL


(PTE) Ltd Singapore

02.03.2012 UgC/2012/000877/In/RRR Orthene 97% PALLET Acephate 97% TOMEN Corporation, Japan

02.03.2012 UgC/2012/000876/In/R Lava 100%EC Dichlorvos 100% EC Sabero Organics Ltd. Gujarat,

India

02.03.2012 UgC/2012/000875/Fe/R D.I. Grow Green Organic Plus Fertilizer Diamond Interest Soln Bus

Malaysia C/o Dynapharm

Group of Companies

02.03.2012 UgC/2012/000874/Fe/R D.I. Grow Red Organic Plus Fertilizer Diamond Interest Soln Bus

Malaysia C/o Dynapharm

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Group of Companies

23.02.2012 UgC/2012/000873/He/R Milsate 41%SL Glyphosate 41%SL Hangzhous Weiyuan

Chemical Co. Ltd, China

23.02.2012 UgC/2012/000872/In/R Milcyper 5%EC Cypermethrin 5%EC Hangzhous Weiyuan


23.02.2012 UgC/2012/000871/He/R Mil 2,4D Amine Dimethylamine Salt 720g/l Hangzhous Weiyuan


23.02.2012 UgC/2012/000870/In/RRR Phostoxin 66% Aluminium Phosphide 66% Detia Degesch Gmbh

Germany

23.02.2012 UgC/2012/000869/In/RR Dera Blue Cross Malathion 2% Dust Dera Chemicals Industries

Nairobi Kenya.

21.02.2012 UgC/2012/000868/Fu/RRRRRR Ridomil Gold Mz 68 WP Mancozeb 56%+ Metalaxyl 12% Syngenta Crop.Protection Ag.

Basle.

21.02.2012 UgC/2012/000867/He/RRRRR Primagram Gold 660

SC

Atrazine 33% + Metalachlor 33% Syngenta Crop.Protection Ag.

Basle.

17.02.2012 UgC/2012/000866/In/RR Dregnet FT Permethrin 36.8% Juanco SPS Ltd, Nairobi

17.02.2012 UgC/2012/000865/In/RR Marshal 25EC Carbosulfan 25EC Juanco SPS Ltd, Nairobi

17.02.2012 UgC/2012/000864/In/R Pygar 35EC 1% pyrethrum extract + 35% Garlic

extract, 60% vegetable oil base + 1.3%

Sodium lauryl sulphate

Juanco SPS Ltd, Nairobi


17.02.2012 UgC/2012/000863/In/R Pyneem 20EC 10g/L pyrethrum extract + 10g/L

Azaradichtin + vegetable oil base +

ethanol, caffeine, polysorbate and

water)

Juanco SPS Ltd, Nairobi

17.02.2012 UgC/2012/000862/He/RR Authority 48%SC Sulfentrazone 48%SC Juanco SPS Ltd, Nairobi

03.02.2012 UgC/2012/000861/In/RR Divipan Dichlorovos Makhteshim Chemical Works, Israel

23.11.2011 UgC/2011/000860/In/RRRR Agro Lambda 2.5 EC Lambda -cyhalothrin Asiatic Agric Chem. Industry

(PTE) Ltd Singapore

23.11.2011 UgC/2011/000859/In/RRRR Terminator 48 EC Chlorpyrifos 480g/l Asiatic Agric Chem. Industry

(PTE) Ltd Singapore

23.11.2011 UgC/2011/000858/In/Ne/RRRR Agro-Furan 5% Granule Carbofuran 5% GR Asiatic Agric Chem. Industry

(PTE) Ltd Singapore

23.11.2011 UgC/2011/000857/In/RRRR Fendagro 6SC Alpha- Cypermethrin 6% SC Asiatic Agric Chem. Industry

(PTE) Ltd Singapore

23.11.2011 UgC/2011/000856/In/RRRRR Agro-Detrin 2.5 EC Deltamethrin 2.5 % EC Asiatic Agric Chem. Industry

(PTE) Ltd Singapore

23.11.2011 UgC/2011/000855/Ro/RR Synphos Zinc Phosphide 800g/kg Agrosynth Chemicals Ltd,

India

23.11.2011 UgC/2011/000854/In/RR Synfume Aluminium Phosphide 56 % Agrosynth Chemicals Ltd,

India

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23.11.2011 UgC/2011/000853/He/RR Agro- Supanil 60 EC Thiobencab 400g/l + Propanil 200 g/l Asiatic Agric Chem. Industry

(PTE) Ltd Singapore

23.11.2011 UgC/2011/000852/He/RR Agro-Stump 330 EC Pendimethalin 330 EC Asiatic Agric Chem. Industry

(PTE) Ltd Singapore

23.11.2011 UgC/2011/000851/In/RR Value Cypermethrin 50g/l ME Asiatic Agric Chem. Industry

(PTE) Ltd Singapore

23.11.2011 UgC/2011/000850/In/RR Agro- Lambacin Super

315 EC

Lambda- cyhalothrin 15g/l +

Profenofos 300g/l


(PTE) Ltd Singapore

23.11.2011 UgC/2011/000849/In/RR Agro- Alphacyper 10

EC

Alpha-Cypermethrin 100g/l Asiatic Agric Chem. Industry

(PTE) Ltd Singapore

23.11.2011 UgC/2011/000848/Fe/RRRR Vegimax Micronutrient Boon Vanit International Ltd

01.11.2011 UgC/2011/000847/He/RR Liphosate Glyphosate 41 % SL Honbor Chemicals ltd Co

China

01.11.2011 UgC/2011/000846/In/RR Licyper Cypermethrin 50g/l Honbor Chemicals ltd Co

China

11.10.2011 UgC/2011/000844/He/RR Glyphosate Glyphosate 480 g/l SL Tivochem Israel

26.09.2011 UgC/2011/000842/He/RR 2,4-D AMINE Dimethylamine salt of 2,4

Dichlorophenyl acetic acid 720gm/l SL

Agrimor il Ltd – Israel

11.08.2011 UgC/2011/000841/He/RR Invectra Dimethylamine salt of 2,4

Dichlorophenyl acetic acid 720gm/l SL

Hangzhous Yilong Chem. Ind,

China


11.08.2011 UgC/2011/000840/Fu/RR Rooter Mancozeb 80 % WP Willowood Ltd Hong Kong

11.08.2011 UgC/2011/000839/In/RR Ascoris 48% EC Chlorpyrifos 480g/l Bhagiradha Chem. Ind. Ltd

China

08.08.2011 UgC/2011/000838/He/RR Roundfam Glyphosate 480 SL Shangai Jilong Chemicals

Ltd, China.

13.07.2011 UgC/2011/000837/Fu/RRR Emthane M45 Mancozeb 80%WP Sabero Organic, Gujarat,India

13.07.2011 UgC/2011/000836/In/RRR Cyperlacer Cypermethrin 5% EC Isagro Asia PVT, India

13.07.2011 UgC/2011/000835/In/RRR Malataf Malathion 57%EC Rallis India Ltd

13.07.2011 UgC/2011/000834/In/RRR Tafgor Dimethoate 40 % EC Rallis India Ltd

29.06.2011 UgC/2011/000833/In/RR Rockett Profenofos 40% + Cypermethrin 4% PI Industries-India

29.06.2011 UgC/2011/000831/Fu/RRRRRR Sancozeb Mancozeb 80% WP Dow Agro Science, France

29.06.2011 UgC/2011/000830/In/RR Trounce 40 EC Dimethoate 400 g/l Rallis Ltd – India

17.06.2011 UgC/2011/000829/Fu/RR Victory 72 WP Metalaxyl 80g/kg + Mancozeb 640g/kg Invectrg Agro Ltd, Cyprus

06.06.2011 UgC/2011/000828/In/RR Keshet Super 312EC Chlorpyrifos 300g/L + Deltamelthrin

12g/l

Makhteshim Chemical Works

Ltd, Israel.

06.06.2011 UgC/2011/000827/In/R Apollo 50 SC Clofentenzine 500g/l Makhteshim Chemical Works,

Israel

06.06.2011 UgC/2011/000826/In/RRRR Thionex 35EC Endosulfan 35% EC Makhteshim Chemical Works,

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Israel

06.06.2011 UgC/2011/000825/In/RR Rimon Novaluron Makhteshim Chemical Works,

Israel

06.06.2011 UgC/2011/000824/In/RRRR Pyrinex 480EC Chlorpyrifos 200g/L Makhteshim Chemicals Work

Ltd. Israel

06.06.2011 UgC/2011/000823/In/RR Methomex 90SP Methomyl Makhteshim Chemical Works,

Israel

06.06.2011 UgC/2011/000822/In/RR Lamdex Super Chloropyrifos 300g/l + lamdda

cyhalothrin 15g/l

Makhteshim Chemical Works,

Israel

06.06.2011 UgC/2011/000821/Fu/RR Orius 25EC Tebuconazole 250g/l Makhteshim Chemical Works,

Israel

06.06.2011 UgC/2011/000820/Fu/RR Odeon 720 SC Chlorothalonil 720 g/l Makhteshim Chemical Works,

Israel

06.06.2011 UgC/2011/00819/Fu/RR Nimrod 25 EC Bupirimate 250g/l Makhteshim Chemical Works,

Israel

06.06.2011 UgC/2011/000818/Fu/RR Folpan 50% WP Folpet 500g/kg Makhteshim Chemical Works,

Israel

06.06.2011 UgC/2011/000817/He/RR Diurex 80 WG Diuron 800g/kg Makhteshim Chemical Works,

Israel

06.06.2011 UgC/2011/000816/He/RR Diurex 80SC Diuron 800g/L Agan Chemical

Manufacturers, Israel


06.06.2011 UgC/2011/000815/He/RR Ametrex 50SC Ametryn 500g/L Agan Chemical


25.05.2011 UgC/2011/000814/He/R Erasate 480g/l Glyphosate 480g/l SL Shangai Mio Chemical, China

28.04.2011 UgC/2011/000813/In/RR Endocel 35% EC Endosulfan 350g/l Excel Industries, India

14.04.2011 UgC/2011/000812/He/RR Green Fire Glyphosate 50% SL Limin Chemical Co. Ltd,

China

08.04.2011 UgC/2011/000811/Fu/R KZeb M45 Mancozeb 80WP Shangai Sunstar Trading Co.

Ltd, China

08.04.2011 UgC/2011/000810/He/R KlinUp 48% SL Glyphosate 480g/l SL Shangai Sunstar Trading Co.

Ltd, China

08.04.2011 UgC/2011/000809/He/R K2,4-D Amine Dimethylamine salt of 2,4 Dichlorophenyl acetic acid 720gm/l SL

Shangai Sunstar Trading Co.

Ltd, China

08.04.2011 UgC/2011/000808/In/RRRRRRR Dursban 4E Chlorpyrifos Ethyl 48% EC Dow Agro Science, France

29.03.2011 UgC/2011/000805/In/RR Cypercal P720 Cypermethrin 120g/I + Profenofos

600g/I

Tembo International.

20.01.2011 UgC/2011/000804/In/RR Hipower 5EC Cypermethrin 5%EC Sulphur Mills Industries, India

20.01.2011 UgC/2011/000803/In/RR Sulmathion 50EC Malathion 5EC Sulphur Mills Industries, India

20.01.2011 UgC/2011/000802/Fu/RR Manco Mancozeb 80WP Sulphur Mills Industries, India

23.11.2010 UgC/2010/000800/In/RRRR Actellic Super Pirimiphos methyl 1.6% + Permethrin Syngenta Crop.Protection Ag.

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0.3% Basle.

23.11.2010 UgC/2010/000799/In/RRR Cruiser 350 350g/l Thiomethoxam Syngenta Crop. Protection

Ag. Basle.

19.11.2010 UgC/2010/000798/In/RR Celphos Aluminium phosphide 56% Excel Industries Ltd. India

30.08.2010 UgC/2010/000797/In/RRRR Sicorin 5% EC Cypermethrin 500g/l The Scientific Fertilizer Co.

India

05.08.2010 UgC/2010/000796/He/R Touchdown 48%SL 480g/l of glyphosate Isopropylamine salt

Ningbo Free Trade Zone FineChem Ind. Co., Ltd, China

05.08.2010 UgC/2010/000795/Fe/R Sugar Mover Bo:8%, Mo:0.004% + Inert 91.986% Stoller Enterprise, USA

05.08.2010 UgC/2010/000794/Fe/R Sett Enhanced Ca:8% + Bo:1% + Inert 91% Stoller Enterprise, USA

05.08.2010 UgC/2010/000793/Fe/R Bio-Forge N2% + K3%+ Inert 95% Stoller Enterprise, USA

05.08.2010 UgC/2010/000792/He/R Fammine 2,4-Dimethylamine salt 720gm/l SL Shanghai Jilong Chemical

Company Limited, China

05.08.2010 UgC/2010/000791/He/RRRRR Round UP 36% SL Glyphosate 36% SL Monsanto Europe NV

05.08.2010 UgC/2010/000790/He/R WeedFire Glyphosate 480g/l Shangai Agrochemical Int

Trade, China

26.07.2010 UgC/2010/000788/In/RR Trogar 40% EC Dimethoate 400g/l Rallis Ltd, India

26.07.2010 UgC/2010/000787/In/RR Ralothrin Cypermethrin 50 g/l Rallis Ltd, India


26.07.2010 UgC/2010/000786/He/R Weed End Glyphosate 410g/l SL Topsen Biotech Co. Ltd., China

19.07.2010 UgC/2010/000785/He/R 2,4-D Amine 2,4-Dimethylamine salt 720gm/l SL Atul Ltd. Agrochemical Divisions, India

19.07.2010 UgC/2010/000784/In/R Sicoban Chlorpyrifos 480g/l Scientific Fertilizer, India

19.07.2010 UgC/2010/000783/In/R Twiga Lace 100EC Lambda cyhalothrin 60g/l + Acetamiprid 40g/l

Volcano Agroscience Ltd., South Africa

19.07.2010 UgC/2010/000782/In/R Hitcel Profenofos 400g/l + Cypermethrin 40g/l EC

Excel Crop Care Ltd. India

19.07.2010 UgC/2010/000781/In/R Tricel 48% w/v EC Chlorpyrifos 480EC Excel Crop Care Ltd., India

19.07.2010 UgC/2010/000780/Fu/R Eureka 72WP Metalaxyl 60g/kg + Mancozeb 640g/kg

Invectra Agro Ltd., Cyprus

19.07.2010 UgC/2010/000779/In/R Agrillic Super DP Pirimiphos-methyl 16g/kg + Permethrin 3g\kg

Willowood Ltd., Hong Kong

19.07.2010 UgC/2010/000778/In/R Agrithoate 40EC Dimethoate 40%EC Willowood Ltd., Hong Kong

19.07.2010 UgC/2010/000777/He/R Willosate 36% Glyphosate 360 SL Willowood Ltd., Hong Kong

19.07.2010 UgC/2010/000776/In/R Magic

Malathion 50%EC Bharat Insecticides Ltd., India

07.07.2010 UgC/2010/000775/Fu/R UGONALL 580WP Metalaxyl 100g/kg + Mancozeb 480 g/kg

Hanghazous Chemical

Industry Ltd., China

07.07.2010 UgC/2010/000774/In/R Ametrex Ametryne 500g/l SC Hanghazous Chemical

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07.07.2010 UgC/2010/000773/In/R Dudu-All Cypermethrin 10g/l + Chloropyrisfos 45g/l

Hanghazous Chemical


07.07.2010 UgC/2010/000772/In/R Hangthoate 40EC Dimethoate 400g/l Hanghazous Chemical


07.07.2010 UgC/2010/000771/He/R Weedall Glyphosate 480g/l SL Hanghazous Chemical


07.07.2010 UgC/2010/000770/He/R Hurrow Diuron 800g/l SC Hanghazous Chemical


07.07.2010 UgC/2010/000769/He/R Hasunil 60 EC Thiobencarb 40% EC + Propanil 20% EC

Hanghazous Chemical


07.07.2010 UgC/2010/000768/He/R Hangzhou 2,4-D Amin 720SL:

2,4-dichlorophenoxyacetic acid Hanghazous Chemical


07.07.2010 UgC/2010/000767/He/R Super Weeder Glyphosate 480g/l SL Zhejiang Topchance

Chemical Industries, China

06.07.2010 UgC/2010/000766/Fu/R Tatamaster Metalaxyl 100g/kg + Mancozeb 480 g/kg

Rallis India Ptd., India

06.07.2010 UgC/2010/000765/He/R Glyphotox Glyphosate 41% SL AIMCO Pesticides Ltd., India

05.07.2010 UgC/2010/000764/In/R Linex 48% EC Chlorpyrifos 480g/l EC Modern Insecticides Ltd.,

India


05.07.2010 UgC/2010/000763/In/R LB-Dichlorvos Dichlorvos 1000g/l EC Modern Insecticides Ltd.,

India

05.07.2010 UgC/2010/000762/In/R LB-Ambush Cypermethrin 5% EC Modern Insecticides Ltd.,

India

05.07.2010 UgC/2010/000761/In/R Procyper Profenofos 40% + Cypermethrin 4% EC

Modern Insecticides Ltd.,

India

05.07.2010 UgC/2010/000760/In/R LB-Dimethoate Dimethoate 400g/l Modern Insecticides Ltd.,

India

05.07.2010 UgC/2010/000759/Fu/R LB-Mancozeb Mancozeb 80%WP Modern Insecticides Ltd.,

India

05.07.2010 UgC/2010/000758/Fu/R Lancozeb Mancozeb 80%WP Honbor Chemical Company

Limited, China

05.07.2010 UgC/2010/000757/He/R LB- 2,4-D Amine 2,4-dichlorophenoxyacetic acid Honbor Chemical Company

Limited, China

05.07.2010 UgC/2010/000756/He/R LB-Glyphosate Glyphosate 480g/l SL Modern Insecticides Ltd.,

India

29.06.2010 UgC/2010/000755/Fu/R Mancoera-M45 Mancozeb 80%WP Sinochem Shanghai Corp,

China

29.06.2010 UgC/2010/000754/He/R Eramine 2,4D Amine 720g/l

Amine Salt 2,4 D Dichlorophenyl acetic acid

Sinochem Shanghai Corp,

China

29.06.2010 UgC/2010/000753/In/R Insecta KILL Chlorpyrifos 480g/l Sinochem Shanghai Corp,

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China

29.06.2010 UgC/2010/000752/He/R Weed Up Glyphosate 360g/l SL Sinochem Shanghai Corp,

China

22.06.2010 UgC/2010/000751/In/R Shumba Super EC fenitrothion 50% + Deltamethrin 5% EcoMed Manufacturing Ltd,

Zimbabwe

22.06.2010 UgC/2010/000750/In/R Shumba Super Grain

Protectant

fenitrothion 1.0% + Deltamethrin

0.13%

EcoMed Manufacturing Ltd,

Zimbabwe

19.04.2010 UgC/2010/000748/Ne/RRRR Vyadate 10G Oxamyl 10% Du Pont, France

19.04.2010 UgC/2010/000747/In/RR Famgor 5EC

(Twigathoate 40%)

Fenitrothion 500g/l EC Agrochem Alexandria, Egypt

19.03.2010 Ugc/2010/00745/In/R Authority 75WG Sulfentrazone 75WG Juanco SPS Ltd, Nairobi

19.03.2010 Ugc/2010/00744/In/R Fury 10EC Zeta-cypermethrin 10%EC Juanco SPS Ltd, Nairobi

19.03.2010 Ugc/2010/00743/In/R Pyesulfan 10EC Pyrethrins 10g/l + Carbosulfan 100g/l Juanco SPS Ltd, Nairobi

19.03.2010 Ugc/2010/00742/He/RRR Satunil 60% EC Thiobencarb 40% EC + Propanil 20%

EC

Tomen Corporation, Japan

21.10.2009 Ugc/2009/000729/In/RRR Perkill Permethrin 10 EC United Phosphorus Ltd India

21.10.2009 Ugc/2009/000728/In/RRR Nugor 40 EC Dimethoate 40 EC United Phosphorus Ltd India

21.10.2009 Ugc/2009/000727/In/RR Cyrux Cypermethrin 20 EC United Phosphorus Ltd India


21.10.2009 Ugc/2009/000726/In/RR Chlorban 48 EC Chlorpyrifos 48 EC United Phosphorus Ltd India

21.10.2009 Ugc/2009/000725/In/RRR Chlorban 20 EC Chlorpyrifos 20 EC United Phosphorus Ltd India

21.10.2009 Ugc/2009/000724/In/RRRRR Phoskill 40% EC Monocrotophos 40% EC United Phosphorus Ltd India

21.10.2009 Ugc/2009/000723/Ro/RRRR Ratol 80% Zinc Phosphide 80% United Phosphorus Ltd India

21.10.2009 Ugc/2009/000722/In/RRR Lancer 75% SP Acephate 75% SP United Phosphorus Ltd India

21.10.2009 Ugc/2009/000721/In/RRR Ustaad 5% EC Cypermethrin 5% EC United Phosphorus Ltd India

17.09.2009 Ugc/2009/000719/He/R Viron 80 WDG Diuron 800g/kg Asiatic Agric Ind. (PTE)

Singapore

03.07.2009 Ugc/2009/000703/Fe/RRR Vegimax MICRO NUTRIENT(Plant Supplement) Boon Vanit International Ltd

11.03.2009 Ugc/2009/000700/He/R Weed-Up 48% SL Glyphosate 48%SL We Young Ind. & Trading Co-

China

11.03.2009 Ugc/2009/000699/Fu/R Mancodose Mancozeb 80WP Zagro PTE Ltd, INDIA

24.09.2008 Ugc/2008/000694/In/R Bestox ( DOMINEX) Alphacypermethrin 100g/l Juanco SPS Ltd Nairobi

Kenya

24.09.2008 Ugc/2008/000693/In/R Brigade ( TALSTAR) Bifenthrin 2.5% Juanco SPS Ltd Nairobi

Kenya

19.09.2008 Ugc/2008/000692/In/R Dudu Ethoate Dimethoate 400g/l Kingtech Corporation

Shenzhen- China

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19.09.2008 Ugc/2008/000691/In/R Dudu Alpha Alpha Cypermethrin 30g/l EC Kingtech Corporation

Shenzhen- China

19.09.2008 Ugc/2008/000687/Fu/R Indofil M-45 Mancozeb 80 WP Indofil Chemicals Ltd

14.08.2008 Ugc/2008/000669/He/R Cordal GOLD Prometryn 3,5-triazine 2, 4 diamine Syngenta Crop.


16.07.2008 Ugc/2008/000662/He/R Garil Propanil + Triclopyr 432 g/l Dow Agro Sciences – France

19.05.2008 Ugc/2008/000647/He/R Rical 345 EC 230g/l Propanil + 115 g/l Thiobencarb Arysta Life Science Kenya

19.05.2008 Ugc/2008/000646/He/R Kalach Extra 70 SG Glyphosate 700g/l SG Arysta Life Science Kenya

19.05.2008 Ugc/2008/000645/In/R Titan 25 EC Arysta Life Science Kenya

19.05.2008 Ugc/2008/000644/In/R Mospilan 200 SP Acetamiprid 200 g/l Arysta Life Science Kenya

19.05.2008 Ugc/2008/000643/Fu/R Banko 500 SC Chlorothalonil 500 g/l Arysta Life Science Kenya

14.03.2008 Ugc/2008/000637/In/R Push Herbal Plant Extracts mixture of NEEM,

Mustards, Aloe Vera, Chilies, Garlic

Prathista Industries Ltd

Choutuppal -508 252, A.P.

India

14.03.2008 Ugc/2008/000636/Fe/R Bio Zinc 10 % Organic Zinc Prathista Industries Ltd


India

14.03.2008 Ugc/2008/000635/Fe/R Bio-Potash 10% Organic Potash in Gluconate / Prathista Industries Ltd


Lactate form Choutuppal -508 252, A.P.

India

14.03.2008 Ugc/2008/000634/Fe/R Biophos 10% Bio-available Phosphorus Prathista Industries Ltd


India

14.03.2008 Ugc/2008/000633/Fe/R Megacal Bio-available calcium, magnesium,

Potassium, Zinc, Manganese, Ferrous,

Copper, Boron.



India

14.03.2008 Ugc/2008/000632/Fe/R New Suryamin Vegetable / Cereal Protein based

formulated with sea weed extract,

Itumic acid, ulvic acid with organic

micronutrients and trace elements



India

03.09.2008 Ugc/2008/000684/In/RRR Icon 10 CS Lambdacyhalothrin 10% Syngenta Crop.Protection Ag.

Basle.

03.09.2008 Ugc/2008/000683/In/RRR Icon 10 WP Lambdacyhalothrin 10% Syngenta Crop.Protection Ag.

Basle.

03.09.2008 Ugc/2008/000682/In/RRR Dynamec 1.8 EC Abamectin Syngenta Crop.Protection Ag.

Basle.

02.05.2008 Ugc/2008/000641/In/RRRR Fenkill 20 % EC Fenvalerate 20 % EC United Phosphorus Ltd. India

02.05.2008 Ugc/2008/000639/Fu/RRRRR Uthane 80% WP Mancozeb 80% WP United Phosphorus Ltd. India

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20.12.2007 Ugc/2007/000621/In,Ne/RRR Furadan 5G Carbofuran 5% FMC Corporation

,Philadelphia,USA

10.07.2007 Ugc/2007/00584/Fe/R Algifol TM Algifol Foliar fertilizer Neomed Pharma GmbH,

Germany

21.09.2007 Ugc/2007/000610/He/R Velpar WG Hexazinone 750g/kg DuPont, France

21.09.2007 Ugc/2007/000609/He/R Twiga Glyphosate Glyphosate 360SL Volcano Agroscience (Pty)

Company Limited, South

Africa

21.09.2007 Ugc/2007/000608/In,Ac/R Romectin Abamectin 18g/l EC Rotam Ltd, China

21.09.2007 Ugc/2007/000607/In/R Twigathion 50% EC Fenitrothion 500g/l EC Agrochem Alexandria, Egypt

21.09.2007 Ugc/2007/000606/In/R Twigacyper Cypermethrin 50 g/l Agrochem Alexandria, Egypt

21.09.2007 Ugc/2007/000605/In/R Twigafos Combi

( Telton-C- 425 EC)

Profenofos 400g/l +Cypermethrin 40g/l Agrochem Alexandria, Egypt

21.09.2007 Ugc/2007/000604/In/R Twiga Malathion

57%EC ( FAMTHION)

Malathion 57%EC Agrochem Alexandria, Egypt

17.07.2007 Ugc/2007/000590/In/R Famban 48% EC Chlorpyrifos 480 g/l Rallis Ltd, India

23.05.2007 Ugc/2007/00580/In/RRRRR Bulldock 0.25 EC Betacyfluthrin 2.5% Bayer East Africa

23.05.2007 Ugc/2007/00579/Ne/RRR Nemacur 5 GR Fenamiphos Bayer East Africa


23.05.2007 Ugc/2007/000578/Fu/RR Sencor Metribuzin 70 WP Bayer East Africa

17.01. 2007 Ugc/2007/000576/Fu/RRR Famcozeb 80% WP Mancozeb 80 WP Limin Chemical Co. Ltd,

China

26.10.2006 UgC/2006/000574/He/RRR Helosate (Twigasate) Glyphosate 48%SL Helm AG. Germany

26.10.2006 UgC/2006/000573/He/RRR Actril DS 2,4-D Amine 60% + Ioxynil 10% Bayer East Africa

26.10.2006 UgC/2006/000572/Fu/RRR Kocide 101 Cupric Hydroxide 77% Du Pont France

26.10.2006 Ugc/2006/000568/He/RRR Gesapax 80 WG Ametryn 80% Syngenta Agro AG, UK

26.10.2006 Ugc/2006/000567/He/RRR Dual Gold 960 EC Metolachlor + Chloroacetanilide Syngenta Agro AG. UK

24.10.2006 Ugc/2006/000564/He/R Alazine350/200SE Alachlor 350g/l+Atrazine200g/l Agan Chemical


14.09.2006 Ugc/2006/000555/He/RRRR Sweep W.S Glyphosate 41% SL United Phosphorus India.

14.09.2006 Ugc/2006/000554/In/RRRR Quickphos Aluminium Phosphide 56% United Phosphorus India

14.09.2006 Ugc/2006/000553/In/RRR Lancer Acephate 75% SP United Phosphorus India

06.10.2006 Ugc/2006/000560/In/R Keshet 2.5 Deltamethrin Makhteshim Chemical Works,

Israel

06.09.2006 Ugc/2006/00545/In/R Famcyper 5EC Cypermethrin 5%EC Agrochem Co. Alexandria

Egypt

03.11.2006 UgC/2006/000575/He/RR Ronstar 25EC Oxadiozon 250g/L Bayer East Africa (Rhone

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Poulenc)

08.09.2005 UgC/2005/000502/Fe/R Agroleaf/Agrloblen N 19.89%, P 20.29%, K 19.51% +

Trace

The Scotts Co. Kenya Ltd.

14.07.2005 UgC/2005/000483/In/RR Ustaad 5%EC Cypermethrin 5% EC United Phosphorus Ltd. India

NB:

1. In = Insecticide 2. Ne = Nematicide 3. He = Herbicide 4. Fu = Fungicide 5. Fe = Fertilizer 6. Ro = Rodenticide 7. The following are, until further notice, the approved agricultural chemicals for use in Uganda. More authorized chemicals will, in due course, be approved after they have met

the required standards. More details about the approved Dealers and chemicals can be obtained from MAAIF, Department of Crop Protection, Entebbe.



Annex F

(Informative)

Hazards associated with horticultural production flow that could be harmful to the consumer

F.1 Biological hazards

Food-borne micro-organisms, such as bacteria, viruses and parasites, are often referred to as biological

hazards. Some fungi are able to produce toxins and also are included in this group of hazards. Micro-

organisms able to cause human disease may be found on raw produce.

Sometimes they are part of the fruit or vegetable microflora as incidental contaminants from the soil, dust and

surroundings. In other instances they get introduced onto the produce through poor production and handling

practices, such as the use of untreated manure, the use of contaminated irrigation water or unsanitary

handling practices. Pathogenic bacteria associated with horticultural value chaininclude: Salmonella, Shigella,

Escherichia coli (pathogenic), Campylobacter species, Yersinia enterocolitica, Listeria monocytogenes,

Staphylococcus aureus, Clostridium species, Bacillus cereus, Vibrio species,

F2 Chemical hazards

Chemical contaminants in raw horticultural value chain may be naturally occurring or may be added during

agricultural production, post-harvest handling and other unit operations .harmful chemicals at high levels have

been associated with acute toxic responses and with chronic illnesses. Examples of chemical hazards:

pesticides, fertilizers, antibiotics, heavy metals, oils and grease.

F3 Physical hazards: foreign bodies

Examples of physical hazards include:

• residual soil and stones found on fruits and vegetable;

• packaging remaining from harvesting (wood, metal, etc.);

• packing materials and storage facilities, e.g. packaging plastics and cardboard;

• foreign matter collected during harvesting;

• glass and sharp objects;

• Personal effects: jewels, hair, pens.


Annex G

(Informative)

Maturity indices for evaluation of maturity in horticultural crops

Subjective maturity indices Objective maturity indices

Appearance-colour, size and shape Total soluble solids concentration (TSS)

Touch- texture, hardness or softness Titratable acidity (TA)

Smell- odour or aroma Firmness measurements

Resonance- sound when tapped Oil content

Sweetness- sourness, bitterness Dry matter

Measurement of starch and sugar

Total soluble concentration and acidity ration(TSS:TA)

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Annex H

(Informative)

Storage temperature guidelines

H.1 Storage temperature guidelines for flowers

Exporters shall check the effectiveness of their cold chain through the routine monitoring of temperatures at

every stage. Optimum temperature levels vary with species and, clearly the code of practice has to reflect this

diversity.The following are recommended optimum transit temperatures for individual flower species

(centigrade):

flower species transit temperatures (°C)

flower species transit temperatures(°C)

Alstromeria 4 Delphinium 4

Aster 4 Gypsophilia 4

Bouvardia 2 Euphorbia 10 —15

Carnation 2 Lilium 2

Chrysanthemum 2 Rose 2 — 4

Ornithogalum 4 Ginger 13

Statice 2 — 4 Anthurium 13

Heliconia 12 Veronica 4

H.2 Storage temperature guidelines for fruits and vegetables

H2.1 Products for which ideal temperature is (10° C) or below;

Item Ideal temperature

C

Mist Item Ideal temperature

C

Mist

Apples 0 —11 No Lemons 7.2 — 8.9 Lightly

Apricots 0 No Lettuce 1.1 — 2.2 Lightly

Artichokes 1.1 — 3.3 Lightly Mandarins 7.2 — 8.9 No

Asparagus 0 — 1.7 Lightly Melons (fresh cut) 7.2 or less No

Avocados (cold-tolerant)

4.4 No Mushrooms (most varieties)

1.1 No

Beans, Lima 2.8 — 5 Lightly Mushrooms, shitake, enoki

1.1 — 2.8 No

Beans, sanap/green 4.4 — 7.2 Lightly Mushrooms, oyster

2.8 — 3.3 No

Beets 0 Lightly Nectarines -0.6 — 0 No

Blackberries -0.6 — 0 No Nuts 0 — 4.4 No


Blueberries -0.6 — 0 No Okra 7.2 — 10 No

Broccoli 0 Lightly Onion bulb 0 No

Brussels sprouts 0 Yes Onion, green 0 Lightly

Cabbage 0 Yes Oranges (fla) 0.1 No

Cantaloupe 3.3 — 4.4 No Oranges (calif). 7.2 — 8.9 No

Carambola 4.4 No Oranges (aroz/texas)

0 — 8.9 No

Carrots 0 Lightly Passion fruit 7—10 No

Cauliflower 0 Lightly Peaches (ripe) -0.6 — 0 No

Celery 0 — 1.7 Yes Pears (ripe) 0 No

Cherries 0 No Peas, green 0 No

Coconut 0 —1.7 No Peas, snow 0.6 — 1.7 No

Corn 1.1 — 3.3 Yes Peppers, bell 7.2 — 10 Lightly

Cranberries 2.2 — 4.4 No Peppers, chilli fresh

3.3 — 6.7 No

Cucumbers 7.2 — 10 No Pineapple (ripe) 7.2 No

Dates (semi-dry) 0 — 4.4 No Pineapple (fresh-cut)

0 — 1.7 No

Dates (soft) -17.8 — 0 No Plums/prunes 0 No

Eggplant 7.8 — 12.2 Yes Potatoes 7.2 — 10 No

Endive/Escarole 0 Lightly Radishes 0 Yes

Garlic 0 — 1.1 No Raspberries 0 No

Greens 0 Yes Romaine 0 Lightly

Grapes, collards, kale 0 No Rutabaga 0 No

Herbs (most types) 3.3 — 5.8 No Salad mixes 0.6 No

Herbs, basil, oregano 8.9 — 10 No Spinach 0 Lightly

Honeydew No Sprouts 1.1— 2.2 No

Kiwifruit (backroom storage)

7.2 — 10 No Squash (soft) 5 — 10 Lightly

Leeks 0 Yes Strawberries 0 No

tunips 0 Yes

H.2.2 Products for which the ideal temperature is 10 C or above;

Item Ideal temperature

C

Mist Item Ideal temperature

C

Mist

Avocados (cold tolerant)

13.3 No Peaches (unripe) 18.3 — 21.1 No

Bananas (to (ripen)

15.6 — 18.3 No Pears (unripe) 15.6 — 21.1 Lightly

Bananas (to (store)

13.3 — 14.4 No Peppers, chilli, dried Room temperature

No

Dried fruits Room temp. No Pineapple mature, green 10 — 12.8 No

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Grapefruit 10 — 12.8 No Plums/Pruned (to ripen) 17.8 No

Grapefruit 10 — 15.8 No Pumpkins 10 — 15.6 No

Limes 12.8 Yes Squash (hard) 10 — 12.8 No

Mangoes 12.8 No Sweet potato 12.8 — 15.6 No

Melons (whole) 10 No Tomatoes, mature, green 15.6 — 21.1 No

Papayas 10 — 12.8 No Watermelon 10 —15.6 No

H.2.3 Products sensitive to chilling;

Many tropical products are susceptible to chilling injury when transported or stored at lower than recommended temperatures. Damage sometimes is not apparent until the produce returns to a warmer temperature. Injured products may show pitting, discoloration, water soaked areas and failure to ripen. The following commodities are sensitive to chilling injury:

Atemoyas Cranberries Mamey sapotes Santolina

Avocados Cucumbers Mangoes Sapodillas

Barbacos Custard apples Mangosteen Soursop

Bananas Eggplant Melons Squash

Beans Feijoas Okra Sugar apples

Bitter Melons Ginger root Oranges (calif/ariz) Sweet potatoes

Black sapotes Grapefruit Papayas Tamarillos

Boniato Guavas Passion fruit Tamarindos

Breadfruit Haricot verts Pepino melons Taro root

Calabazas Jaboticabas Peppers Tornatillos

Calamondin Jackfruit Pineapple Tomatoes

Canistel Jicama Plaintains Ugli Tangelo

Cantaloupe Kiwanos Pomegranates Watermelon

Carambolas Langsats Potatoes White sapotes

Cassavas Lemons Pummelos Yams

Chayotes Limes Pumpkins

Cherimoyas Malangas Rambutan

H.2.4 Commodities sensitive to ethylene;

Never transport or store ethylene-producing horticultural value chain with products sensitive to it. Ethylene can cause premature ripening of some products and will damage others. Potassium permanganate pads can be used to absorb ethylene during transit and storage.


Commodity Ethylene production

Sensitivity to ethylene

Reaction to ethylene

Commodity Ethylene production

Sensitivity to ethylene

Reaction to ethylene

Apples VH H Less crunchy

Honeydew M H

Apricots H H Kiwifruit L H

Asparagus VL M Toughness Lemons VI M

Avocados H H Lettuce VI H Russet spotting

Bananas M H Iceberg

Beans L M Lies VI M

Snap/Green Mangoes M H

Broccoli VL H Yellow Mushrooms VI M

Brussels VL H Nectarines H H

Sprouts Oranges VI M

Cabbage VL H Papaya H H

Cantaloupe H M Peaches H H

Cauliflower VL H Pears H H

Cucumbers L H Yellow Peas VI M

Endive VL M Plums/Prunes M H

Escarole Spinach VI H

Figs M L Tomatoes VI — M H

Grapefruit VL M

Greens, leafy VL H Loss of colour

VI=Very low, M=moderate; VH=Very high, L = Low, H=High

H.2.5 Commodities sensitive to freezing

The recommended temperatures for many products are only (1 °C to 3 °C) above each products freezing point. However, some thermostats are set to (1 °C to 3 °C) higher than the recommended temperature of (0 °C) for chilled products to avoid freezing. The following commodities are susceptible to freezing injury:

H.2.5.1 Most sensitive (likely to suffer injury by one light freezing):

Apricots Berries Limes Potatoes

Asparagus Cucumbers Okra Squash, soft

Avocados Eggplant Peaches Sweet potatoes

Bananas Lemons Peppers, bell Tomatoes

Beans, snap Lettuce Plums

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H.2.5.2 Moderately sensitive (able to recover from one or two light freezing):

Apples Cauliflower Onion, bulb Radishes

Broccoli Celery Oranges Spinach

Cabbage (new crop) Cranberries Parsley Quash (hard)

Carrots Grapefruit Pears

Grapes Peas

H.2.6 commodities sensitive to moisture loss sensitivity:

Most products need to be stored at a high relative humidity level. However, some products are more susceptible than others to moisture loss, which results in wilting and shrivelling.

H.2.61 high loss rate:

Apricots Grapes Papayas Strawberries

Blackberries Green onions Peaches Vegetables with tops

Broccoli Leafy greens Pineapple

Cantaloupe Mangoes Plums/Prunes

Cherries Mushrooms Rasberries

H.2.6.2 medium loss rate:

Avocados Cauliflower (unwrapped) Grape fruit Pears

Artichokes Celery Green beans Peas

Asparagus Coconuts Lemons Peppers

Bananas Corn, sweet Lettuce Radishes

Beets Cranberries Limes Sweet potatoes

Brussel sprouts Endive Nectarines Squash, soft

Cabbage Escarole, topped Okra Tangerines

Carrots Oranges Tomatoes

H.2.7 commodities sensitive to odour:

Commodity Odour will be absorbed by:

Apples Cabbage, Carrots, Celery, Figs, Onions, Meat, Eggs, Dairy products

Carrots Celery

Citrus Meat, Eggs, Dairy products

Grapes Other fruits and vegetables

Onions, bulb Apples, Celery, Pears

Onions, green Corn, Figs, Grapes, Mushrooms, Rhubarb


Pears Cabbage, Carrots, Celery, Onion, Potatoes

Potatoes Apples, Pears

Peppers, green Pineapple

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Annex H

Horticulture code of practice — Auditor check list

Clause/

Section

Level Point Y

e

s

N

o

N/A 1 2 3 Justification

5 Traceability

5.1.1 A Precise and up to

date records are

maintained of the

origin, nature and

quantities of all

ingredients,

additives,

preservatives used?

5.1.1 A Are records of field

operations; soil

preparation through

to harvest

available?

5.2 A Is produce clearly

marked with

identification that

cannot be altered?

5.3 A Is all produce

received clearly

traced through

handling to

dispatch?

6 Record keeping and internal audit

6.1 a A Crop diary

indicating variety,

batch, quality etc.?

6.1 b A Agrochemical Stock

cards maintained?

(verify)

6.1 c A List of personnel

with access to

pesticide stores?

6.1 d A List of class I

chemicals used on

farm?

6.1 e A Records of all

pesticide


Clause/

Section

Level Point Y

e

s

N

o


5 Traceability

applications?

6.1 f A List of spray

operators?

6.1 f A - Training of spray

operators?

6.1 f A - Work rotation?

6.1f A - Medical checks

etc.?

6.1g A Spray supervisor

logbook on PPE

maintenance

6.1h A Machinery

maintenance logs

6.1i A Daily water

consumption

records?

6.1j A Fertilizer usage

records?

6.1k A Accident / incident

diary?

6.1l A Notices of

emergency

procedures

displayed?

6.1m A List of first-aiders?

A Training records?

6.1n A Records of disposal

of pesticides, and

used containers?

A Simple map of

disposal sites?

6.1o A Sample work

contracts?

6.1p A Records of daily

muster rolls?

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Clause/

Section

Level Point Y

e

s

N

o


5 Traceability

6.1q A Payroll records?

7 Varieties

and

rootstock

7.1.1 A Are planting

materials certified

by recognized

institution?

7.1.2 A Is imported material

accompanied with

relevant

documents?

7.1.3a A Does the grower

produce his own

planting material?

7.1.3b A Is the material

traceable through

growth to

certification?

7.1.4 A Are pesticides used

during the growth

justified and

documented?

7.1.6 A Is there a written

produce

specification agreed

between buyers and

suppliers

(evidence)?

7.1.8 A Is there evidence to

show that plant

breeders rights

have been followed

as per Union of

protection of new

varieties of

plant(UPOV)

requirements?

7.2.1 B Are varieties

chosen

tolerant/resistant to

commercially

important pests and


Clause/

Section

Level Point Y

e

s

N

o


5 Traceability

diseases?

7.3 Seed

treatments

and

dressings

7.3.1 A Is the use of seed

treatments justified?

7.3.3a A Do records

available indicate

name of product,

target?

7.3.3b A Do records

available indicate

target pest or

disease?

7.3.3c A Do records

available indicate

any other benefit?

7.4 Nursery stock

7.4.1a A Is imported planting

material

accompanied by

attendant

documents that are

nationally

accepted?

7.4.1b A Does imported

material comply

with WTO-SPS and

IPPC?

7.4.3 A Are documents of

inspection at entry

points available and

acceptable

7.4.5 A Does supplier give

planting material

guarantee, is

documentation

available?

Check in doc 4.4.6A

and

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Clause/

Section

Level Point Y

e

s

N

o


5 Traceability

4.4.7A

7.5 Genetically modified organisms

7.5.1 A Is the planting of

genetically modified

organisms in

compliance with

national regulations

and that of country

of destination?

7.5.2 A Does the grower

have copies of

appropriate

legislation?

7.5.3 A Is there

documentation of

agreement between

customer and

grower detailing

acreage?

7.5.3 A Is there

documentation of

agreement between

customer and

grower detailing

volumes?

7.5.4a A Does the grower

have his own

developments

relating to use and

production of

GMOs?

7.5.4b A Has the grower

informed the

customer this

development

(evidence)?

8 Site selection

8.1.1a A Has EIA been done

In accordance with

the NEMA Act?

8.1.1b A Does the EIA take

into account soil


Clause/

Section

Level Point Y

e

s

N

o


5 Traceability

erosion?

8.1.1c A Does the EIA take

into account level of

ground water?

8.1.1d A Does the EIA take

into account

sources of water?

8.1.1e A Does the EIA take

into accountprior

use of land?

8.1.1f A Does the EIA take

into account impact

on the adjacent

areas?

8.1.2 A Are records

available?

8.1.3 A Is the choice of land

based on the EIA

report?

8.1.4 A Is there a unique

recording system

for each field or

greenhouse?

8.1.6 A Is there a farm plan

showing all

agronomic activities

on the farm

including acreage?

8.1.7 A Is each green-

house or field

visually identifiable?

8.1.8a A Are non-

conformities from

the EIA

documented?

8.1.8b A Are there

documents of

corrective actions

taken?

8.1.10a A Is the site suitable

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Clause/

Section

Level Point Y

e

s

N

o


5 Traceability

for purpose

8.1.10b A Has the site not

been used when a

non-controllable risk

has been identified?

8.2 Rotations

8.2.1 B Is there a

documented

rotation plan?

8.2.2 B Is the absence of a

rotation plan

justified and

documented?

9 Soil and substrate management

9.1 Mapping

9.1.1a C Has a survey been

done and a farm

map developed?

9.1.1b C Has a soil map

been developed

showing soil

profiles?

9.1.2 C Are rotation plans

based on soil maps

and profiles?

9.2.0 Cultivation

9.2.1 A Is there a GAP

policy documented

covering all

aspects?

9.2.2 C Is the choice of

tillage method one

that preserves soil

structure

9.3 Soil erosion


Clause/

Section

Level Point Y

e

s

N

o


5 Traceability

9.3.1 B Are there visible

structures to

minimize soil

erosion?

9.2.3a B Is there cultivation

on slopes?

9.3.3b B Are the slopes

greater than 35 %?

9.3.4 B Are there drainage

systems developed

and well maintained

to deal with

runoffs?

9.4 Soil fumigation

9.4.1 C Is the use of soil

fumigants justified?

9.4.2a B Is the use

documented

including date of

application?

9.4.2b B Is the use

documented

including location?

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Clause/

Section

Level Point Yes No N/A 1 2 3 Justification

9.4.2c B Is the use documented

including operator

name?

9.4.4 A Is the chemical used

registered by

agricultural chemicals

board?

9.5 Substrate

9.5.1 A Is all substrate used

certified as fit for

purpose?

9.5.2 B Are substrates

sterilized before

re-use?

9.5.5a A Is the location

documented?

9.5.5b A Is the method of

application

documented?

9.5.5c A Is the, active ingredient

documented?

9.5.5d A Is the, machinery used

documented?

9.5.5e A Is the operator name

documented?

10.1 Advice on quantity and type of fertilizer

10.1.1 A Is there a written

fertilizer plan?

10.1.2 A Is fertilizer applied

within 6meters of water

source?

10.1.4 A Is the person in charge

of fertilizer

recommendation of

good competence


(evidence)?

10.2 Records of

application

10.2.1a A Do records of

application available

show location.

10.2.1b A Do records of


show, field name, or

green house?

10.2.1c A Do records of


show dosage?

10.2.1d A Do records of


show type of

machinery?

10.2.2a A Does a work

instruction accompany

all applications?

10.2.2b A Is the instruction

issued by competent

authority?

10.3 Application machinery

10.3a A Is fertilizer application

machinery well

maintained.?

10.3b A Is fertilizer application

machinery calibrated

regularly?

10.3c A Do all application

machinery have a

logbook showing

maintenance and date

of service?

10.4.0 Nutrient requirement

10.4.1 C Has a cropping plan

been developed

10.4.2 C Is cropping plan based

on a risk assessment?

10.4.3 C Is the application based

on calculation of soil

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crop analysis?

10.4.4 C Does the fertilizer

application meet the

needs of the plant?

10.5 Timing and frequency

10.5.2a A Is fertilizer application

based on stage of crop

growth.

10.5.2b A Is fertilizer application

based on weather

condition at the

intended time of

application?

10.5.3a A is there a nitrogen

management plan that

takes into account

national fertilization

policy?

10.5.3b A Do applications fall

within the acceptable

limits?

10.5.5 A Is there a soil nutrient

analysis that is done at

the start and end of

each cropping plan?

10.5.6 A Does the grower

understand the impact

of excessive

application of nitrogen?

10.6 Fertilizer storage

10.6.1 B Is the site of fertilizer

store appropriate?

10.6.2 B Is the fertilizer stock

inventory well kept and

up to date?

10.6.3 B Is fertilizer store

specific for purpose

and away from living

quarters?

10.6.4 A Is fertilizer stored with

pesticides

appropriately?

10.6.5a A Is fertilizer stored away

from concentrated


acids?

10.6.5b A Are concentrated acids

locked separately?

10.6.6a A Are appropriate

warning signs placed

both inside and

outside?

10.6.6b A Are the signs clear

atleast 10 metres?

10.6.6c A Is the writing both in

local language and

English?

Organic fertilizers

10.7.1 A Is organic manure used

on the farm composted

and stored to contain

any possible risk of

contamination?

10.7.2 A Is untreated sewage

sludge used on the

farm?

10.7.3 A Is the use of treated

sewage sludge

supported by a code of

practice?

107.4 A Has a risk assessment

been done for the use

of organic manure?

107.5 A Does the use of

Organic Manure take

into account its

contribution to NPK?

10.7.6a A Are there records

available to show dates

of application?

10.7.6b A Are there records

available to show

location of application?

10.7.6c A Are there records

available to show

analysis of Organic

Manure?

10.7.7a A Is the analysis done by

a competent

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laboratory?

10.7.7b A Is the competence of

competent laboratory

demonstratable?

10.8 Inorganic fertilizers

10.8.1 A Do inorganic fertilizers

used on the farm have

fertilizer profiles?

11.1 Water management

11.1.1 a Is the grower conversant with the soil water relations which enable water requirements be accurately calculated?

11.1.2 C Is supportive documentation available for water requirements?

11.1.3 A Does the grower have a valid water abstraction licence?

11.1.4 A Is there an irrigation plan to optimize water usage?

11.1.5 A Does the grower maintain water meters and records of water consumption including date ,volume and irrigation unit?

11.2. Irrigation and fertigation method

11.2.1 A Is the grower conversant with the most efficient irrigation method?

11.2.2 B Are field personnel trained to recognize and rectify any pipe burst?

11.3 Quality of irrigation water

11.3.1 B Has a risk assessment been done for the irrigation/ fertigation water?


11.3.2a B Has the water quality analysis been done by a competent laboratory?

11.3.2b B Does the analysis include NPK, EC?

11.3.2c B Does the analysis include ,microbial?

11.3.2d B Does the analysis include chemical

11.3.4e B Are they documented?

11.3.5f B Have results been compared to nationally accepted standards and any adverse results acted upon?

11.4 Supply of irrigation water/fertigation water

11.4.1 C Does the grower collect

rainwater for water

from within his farm?

12. Basic elements of crop protection

12.1.1 A Can grower

demonstrate a

thorough knowledge of

recommended crop

protection products

currently available in

the market?

12.1.2a C Is a combination of

biological, chemical,

cultural and

mechanical crop

protection(IPM)

,(ICM)strategy used?

12.1.2b C Is the choice of crop

protection method

justified and

documented?

12.1.4 C Is the IPM

implementation

overseen by a

technically qualified

person?

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12.2 Resistant management

12.3 C Is application of

pesticide confined to

insect and disease

hotspots?

12.4a A Is pesticide application

done in adverse

weather conditions?

12.4b A Is spraying done on

windy days?

12.4c A Is spraying done on

rainy days?

12.4d A Is spraying done during

overhead irrigation?

12.5 Procurement of pesticides

12.5a A Is purchasing of

pesticides done from

registered sources?

12.5b A Are pesticides

purchased labeled as

Agriculture chemicals

Board requirements?

12.6 Transport of pesticides and hazardous chemicals

12.6.1a A Is there a written

procedure for

transportation of

chemicals?

12.6.1b A Is the procedure

communicated to all

staff involved?

12.6.2a A Are staff involved in

transportation of

pesticides trained?

12.6.2b A Is the training

conducted by a

recognized institution?

12.6.3 A Are chemicals

transported in drivers

cab?

12.6.4 A Are vehicles for

pesticide transport fitted


with emergency

equipment?

12.7 Storage of pesticides and hazardous chemicals

12.7.1a A Is the location of the

store appropriate?

12.7.1b A Does the store have a

license to store

pesticides?

12.7.2a A Are only approved

chemicals held in store

in original containers?

12.7.3a A Are small quantities of

pesticides kept away

from foodstuffs?

12.7.3b A Are small quantities of


from stoves or lamps?

12.7.3c A Are small quantities of


from children?

12.7.4a A Are large quantities

kept in a purpose built

store?

12.7.4b A Does the purpose built

store have an approved

plan?

12.7.4c A Is the construction

material appropriate?

12.7.4d A Has the store been built

as per the plan?

12.7.5a A Are notices both in

English and Kiswahili

displayed on the

inside?

12.7.5b A Are notices both in

English and Kiswahili

displayed on the

outside?

12.7.6a A Are well stocks

maintained?

12.7.6b Are stocks inspected

regularly?

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12.7.7 A Are store keepers

trained?

12.7.8a A Are written procedures

to deal with spillage

displayed?

12.7.8b A Are written procedures

to deal with fires

displayed?

12.7.8c A Are written procedures

to deal with

contamination

displayed?

12.7.9a A Is store equipped with

fire fighting equipment?

12.7.9b A Are records of

maintenance available?

12.7.10a A Is shelving material

made of non-absorbent

material?

12.7.10b A Is shelving material

made of non-flammable

material?

12.7.11 A Is there adequate

washing facilities in or

near the store

12.7.12 A Is the area around the

store banded?

12.8 Choice of chemicals

12.8.1 A Have chemicals

banned in the country

of destination been

used in the last 12

months?

12.8.2a A Is the grower aware of

restriction that exist in

the importing country?

12.8.2b A Does the grower have

documentation to that

effect?

12.8.3a A Is there evidence of

constant consultation

with the customer on

new chemical

restrictions imposed?


12.8.3b A Does the grower have

an up to date list of

approved chemicals?

12.8.4 A Is use of WHO calss1a

and 1b justified?

12.8.5 A Is the technically

responsible person in

charge of choice of

chemicals of sound

competence?

12.8.5 A Is there proof of

competence?

12.8.7 A Is the choice of

chemicals justified?

12.8.8 A Are chemicals chosen

selective to target Pest

and diseases?

12.8.9 A Is over reliance on

chemicals with similar

active ingredient

avoided?

12.8.10 A Does the application

rate comply with

dilution rates

recommended on

label?

12.8.11 A Is there documentation

for correct application

rates?

12.9 Dispensing of pesticides and hazardous chemicals

12.9.1a A Is there a separate area

for dispensing

chemicals?

12.9.1b A Is the dispensing area

provide with a work

bench?

12.9.1c A Is the dispensing area

provide with piped

water?

12.9.1d A Is the dispensing area

provide with a accurate

measuring equipment?

12.9.1e A Is the dispensing area

provide with suitable

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premixing containers?

12.9.1f A Are container clearly

marked?

12.9.2a A Is the drainage to a

sump or soak pit?

12.9.2b A Is The drainage situate

away from water

sources?

12.9.2c A Is the drainage on

riparian land?

12.9.3 A Are those dispensing

chemicals provided with

adequate protective

clothing?

12.10 Advice on quality and type of pesticide

12.10.1a A Is recommendation of

pesticide application

done by competent

personnel?

12.10.1b A Is there proof of

competence?

12.10.2a A Does application

quantity factor in

velocity of application?

12.10.2b A Does application

quantity factor in

surface area of

application?

12.11 Application of pesticides and protection of workers

12.11.1a A Are all spray operators

trained?

12.11.1b A Are all spray operators

trained by a competent

institution?

12.11.1c A Is there proof of

training?

12.11.2a A Are all spray operators

provided protective

equipment?

12.11.2b A Are protective clothing

worn at all times of


application?

12.11.2c A Are protective clothing

worn over personal

clothing?

12.11.2d A Is there a well

ventilated storage for

protective clothing?

12.11.3 A Are operators spraying

WHO class1a

chemicals provide with

water proof protective

clothing?

12.11.4 A Are suitable washing

facilities for after spray

shower provided?

12.11.5a A Are all protective

clothing and equipment

rinsed after use?

12.11.5b A Is the rinsing water

directed to a suitable

channel as in13.9.2?

12.11.6a A Are all staff involved in

organophosphate

spraying given a

medical check up?

12.11.6b A Is the medical check at

done least twice a

year?

12.11.6c A Are findings

communicated to

persons examined?

12.11.6d A Are findings

documented?

12.11.6e A Is documentation in a

readily understandable

form?

12.11.6f A Are adverse results

followed by doctors

advice?

12.11.6g A Do other sprayers not

applying

organophosphate and

carbamate have a

medical checkup at

least once a year?

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12.11.7a A Are equipment used in

spraying inspected

regularly?

12.11.7b A Are equipment used in

good condition?

12.11.7c A Are records of

calibration available?

12.11.7d A Are records of

calibration up to date?

12.11.8a A Is each application

accompanied by a clear

spray instruction?

12.11.8b A Does the spray

instruction detail spray

location?

12.11.8c A Does the spray


operators?

12.11.8d A Does the spray


application technique?

12.11.9a A Are workers not

wearing protective

clothing in the vicinity of

the spray location?

12.11.9b A Are warning signs

displayed in spray

locations?

12.11.9c A Are warning signs

displayed indicating

time and date of

application?

12.11.9d A Are warning signs

displayed indicating

when re-entry will be

safe without protective

clothing?

12.11.10 A Are material data

sheets available and

filed?

12.11.11a A Is spray mixing carried

out by trained

personnel?

12.11.11b A Are female workers

involved in spray


mixing?

12.11.11c A Are persons under the

age of 18 involved in

spray mixing?

12.11.12 A Are partly used

containers returned to

store with lids properly

replaced?

12.11.13a A Are pesticides with high

leaching potential

applied within 100

metres of open water

source?

12.11.13b A Are pesticides with high

aquatic toxicity applied

within 100 metres of

open water source?


12.12.1a A Are records of

application available?

12.12.1b A Do records specify

name and variety of

crop treated?

12.12.1c A Do records specify

geographical area to be

treated?

12.12.1d A Do records specify

name and reference of

farm or field, green

house?

12.12.1e A Do records specify

trade name of chemical

used?

12.12.1f A Do records specify

active ingredient?

12.12.1g A Do records specify date

of application?

12.12.2a A Do records specify

name of spray men and

supervisors?

12.12.2b A Do records specify

name of authorizing

persons?

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12.12.2c A Are records signed?

12.12.3a A Do records give name

of pest ,disease, or

weeds treated?

12.12.4a A Do records specify total

amount to be applied in

weight and or volume?

12.12.4b A Do records specify total

quantity of water or

carrier media?

12.12.4c A Is pre harvest interval

indicated?

12.12.5 A Is first harvestable date

indicated?

12.12.6a A Are records on most

recent spray training

attended available?

12.12.6b A Are records of spray

rotations available?

12.12.7 A Are records of filter

cartridge replacement

available?

12.12.8 A Are records available to

show spray equipment

maintenance?

12.12.9a A Is an accident dairy

available?

12.12.9b A Does the dairy indicate

all accidents and

emergencies?

12.12.9c A Does the dairy indicate

all accidents and

emergencies remedial

actions?

12.12.10 A Are notices of

emergencies posted as

required?

12.12.11 A Are records of first

aiders and training

given available?

12.12.12a A Are records of disposal

of dilute pesticides


available?

12.12.12b A Is a map of disposal

site available?

12.13 Pre-harvest interval

12.13.1a A Is there a crop

protection policy that

ensure that only

approve chemicals are

used?

12.13.1b A Is there a policy that

shall ensure that crops

can only be harvested

at the first harvestable

day?

12.13.3 A Are regular audits

conducted to ensure

that the policy is in

practice?

12.13.4 A Is there a policy for

continuously harvested

crops?

12.15 Disposal of surplus application mix


procedure for the

disposal of

concentrated chemical?

12.15.1b A Is there a written

procedure for the

disposal of dilute

chemical?

12.15.1c A Is there a written

procedure for the

disposal of

concentrated and dilute

chemical

communicated to all

workers involved?

12.15.2a A Is the disposal site in

an appropriate area?

12.15.2b A Is the disposal site

fenced?

12.15.2c A Is the disposal site

locked?

12.15.2d A Is the disposal site

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labelled with warnings?

12.16 Empty crop protection products disposal

12.16.1 A Are crop protection

products empty

containers reused?

12.16.2 A Is there a storage for

empty containers?

12.16.3a A Does the disposal

system respect the

local legislation?

13.16.3b A Are empty containers

disposed of in

appropriate manner?

12.16.4a A Are disposal services

contracted?

12.16.4b A Is there documentation

of the contract

13.14.5a A Are containers triple

rinsed before disposal?

13.14.5b A Are personnel involved

in disposal provided

with protective

clothing?

12.18 Pesticide residue analysis

12.18.1a A Is the grower aware of

the MRL accepted

locally?

12.18.1b A Is the grower aware of

the MRL accepted by

the country of

destination?

12.18.1c A Has a risk assessment

been conducted on

pesticide residue?

12.18.2 A Has pre-harvest and

post-harvest analysis

been conducted on

MRL?

12.18.3 A Are records of results

available?

12.18.4 A Is analysis conducted

by a competent


laboratory?

12.18.5 A I s there a documented

plan to handle

exceeded MRL?

13. Harvesting and handling procedures

13.1 A Are workers in the

packhouse trained?

13.1 A Is the training

documented?

13.1.1 Is there a documented

hygiene procedure?

13.1.2 A Is a risk assessment on

hygiene aspect of

handling produce

conducted regularly?

13.1.3 A Is there a cleaning

procedure for

harvesting containers

and tools?

13.1.4 A Is there a planned

washing program?

13.1.5 A Are personal hygiene

facilities provided e.g.

toilets?

13.1.6 A Is personal hygiene

highly observed?

13.1.7a A Have personnel in the

pack house undergone

a medical check?

13.1.7b A Are personnel in the

pack house medically

fit?

13.1.7c A Is there a procedure to

exclude sick workers

from pack house?

13.1.7d A Is there a documented

procedure for clearance

to work?

13.1.9a A Is eating, drinking

permitted in the pack

house?

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13.1.9b A Are signs to this effect

prominently displayed?

13.2 Field holding capacity

13.2 .1a A Is the area for field

holding suitable?


inspection available?

13.2 .1c A Is the area for field

holding clean?

13.2 .1d A Is the area for field

holding exclusive for

produce?

13.2 .2 A Is produce handled

hygienically?

13.3. A Are produce containers

strictly for produce

only?

13.4 Packhouse premise

13.4.2 A Is the packhouse

registered or certified?

13.4.2 A Is a certificate of

registration available

and displayed?

13.5 Construction of packhouse

13.5.1 A Is it constructed to

prevent entry of

animals, birds, rodents,

and insects?

13.5.2 A Are floors impervious,

easy to clean ,and of

good drainage?

13.5.3 A Ceilings and fixtures

clean?

13.5.4 A Windows clean, fitted

with insect screens?

13.5.5 A Is lighting suitable for

produce inspection?

13.5.6 A Are lights protected?

13.5.7 A Is lighting adequate


13.5.8 A Is ventilation adequate?

13.5.9 A Are grading tables of

correct height?

13.5.10 A Are loading and

despatch areas proofed

against

birds?

13.6 Fork lift

13.6 A Are only exhaust free

type used?

13.7 Incompatible goods

13.7 A Are non food items not

stored in pack house?

13.8 Health

13.8.1 A Is drinking water easily

available at all times?

13.8.2 A Are there sufficient and

well stocked First Aid

kits?


procedure to deal with

injuries (evidence)?

13.8.3b A Is the procedure

displayed prominently?

13.8.4a A Are toilets and washing

facilities separate,

clean and well

maintained?

13.8.4b A Is there provision for

running water?

13.8.4c A soap, towels, air

dryers?

13.8.4d A changing rooms?

13.8.4e A separate eating areas?

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13.9 Safety measures

13.9.1 A Is machinery suitable

for its purpose?

13.9.2 A Are workers trained to

use the machines

(evidence)?

13.9.3a A Are suitable and

adequate numbers of

fire extinguishers

installed?

13.9.3b A last date tested

indicated

13.9.3c A fire drills conducted?

13.9.3d A fire alarms installed ?

13.9.4 A Are emergency exits

adequate and well

marked?

13.9.3e A evacuation drills

conducted?

13.10 Hazard analysis critical control points

13.10a A Has a risk assessment

and management plan

been drawn?

13.10b A Does the analysis

consider contamination

from foreign bodies

such as strings?

13.10c A Does the analysis


from foreign bodies

such as metal?

13.10d A Does the analysis


foreign bodies such as

hair?

13.10e A Does the analysis



nails?

13.10f A Does the analysis




knives?

13.12 Produce inspection

13.12.1a A Inspection is carried

out at:

13.12.1b A reception?

13.12.1c A quality control area?

13.12.1d A final quality control

area?

13.12.1e A loading area?

13.12.2a A Is there a final

inspection that

includes?

13.12.2b A identity, mark, lot/batch

number?

13.12.2c A grower and/or

packhouse?

13.12.2d A quality code, weight or

counts?

13.12.2e A weighing equipment?

13.12.2f A temperature

monitoring?

13.12.3a A Are produce inspectors

adequately trained

(evidence)?

13.12.3b A Is condition of each

batch of produce

documented

(evidence)?

13.12.3c A Is each batch indelibly

marked to identify

source (evidence)?

13.13 Quality control

13.13.1 A Is a test room available

for shelf life testing?

13.13.2 A Are there appropriate

measuring devices?

13.13.4 A Does senior

management

undertake 3-month

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quality audit?

13.13.4 A Is quality audit

documented

(evidence)?

13.13.5 A Is there a documented

procedure for customer

complaints (evidence)?

13.13.6 A Are records kept of

non-conformity with

quality standards

(evidence)?

13.14 Produce handling

13.14.1 A Is produce at different

stages of preparation

kept separate?

13.14.1 A Is there a smooth flow

of produce receipt to

dispatch?

13.14.1 A Is raw material kept

well away from finished

produce?

13.14.1 A Is waste produce

removed regularly?

13.14.2 A Is produce handled on

FIFO basis?

13.14.2 A Is traceability

documented

throughout process

(evidence)?

Clause/

Section

Level Point Yes No N/A 1 2 3 Justification

13.16 Personal hygiene


13.16.1 A Are personal

hygiene

requirements

adhered to?

13.16.1a A cuts and sores

covered with

waterproof

dressing?

13.16.1b A handwashing and

drying facilities?

13.16.1c A suitable protective

clothing worn in

pack areas?

13.16.1d A clothing regularly

laundered?

13.16.1e A Jewellery

excluded?

13.16.1f A personal belongings

stored outside

packhouse area?

13.16.g A no smoking, eating,

chewing allowed?

13.16.h A signs displayed?

13.17 Medical check-up

13.17a A Does all staff have

a six monthly

medical check-up?

13.17b A Is the medical

check-up

documented

(evidence)?

13.17c A Is there a procedure

to exclude sick

workers from pack

house?

13.17d A Is there procedure

for medical

clearance to work

(evidence)?

13.21 Post-harvest treatment

13.21.1a A Is use of post-

harvest treatment

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justified?

13.21.1b A Is use of post-

harvest treatment

documented?


agreement between

the exporter and the

customer on use of

post-harvest

treatment?

13.21.3a A Is the

exporter/grower

aware of the

currently registered

post -harvest

treatments

available?

13.21.3b A Does The grower

have the current list

of registered post-

harvest treatments

in the market?

13.21.4a A Is the person in

charge of post

harvest treatment of

sound

competence?

13.21.4b A Is there

documented proof

of this competence?

13.21.5a A Is the produce

treatment carried

out traceable to

location?

13.21.5b A Is the produce

treatment carried

out traceable to

farm?


treatment carried

out traceable to

site?


treatment available

showing trade


name of chemical

used?


treatment available

showing active

ingredient of

chemical used?

13.21.5b A Is the produce

treatment carried

out traceable to

farm?


treatment carried

out traceable to

site?


treatment available

showing trade

name of chemical

used?


treatment available

showing active

ingredient of

chemical used?

13.21.6d A Are records of

treatment available

showing quantities

by weight or volume

of chemical used?

13.21.6e A Are records of

treatment available

showing operator?

13.22 Handling of rejected produce and waste disposal

13.22a A Is there written

procedure to

minimize wastage?

13.22b A Is there written

procedure for safe

hygienic disposal of

organic waste

(evidence)?

13.22c A Is wastewater

disposed of safely,

no contamination?

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13.24 Cold chain facilities

13.24.1a A Is temperature

recorded

(evidence)?

13.24.1b A Is humidity

recorded

(evidence)?

13.24.1c A Is air composition

recorded

(evidence)?

13.24.2 A Is harvested

produce protected

from exposure and

sun?

13.24.3 A Is harvested

produce moved

from field to cold

room quickly?

13.24.4 A Is pre-cooler of

suitable design?

13.24.5a A Are cold stores

clean, (evidence)?

13.24.5b A Are cold stores

disinfected

(evidence)?

13.24.5c A Are cold stores

fumigated

(evidence)?

13.24.6 A Are vehicles of

suitable design to

maintain cold

chain?

13.25 Temperature monitoring

13.25a A Is temperature,

humidity and air

composition

recorded

(evidence)?

13.25b A Is harvested

produce protected

from exposure and


sun?

13.25c A Is harvested

produce moved

from field to cold

room quickly?

13.25d A Is pre-cooler of

suitable design?

13.25e A Are cold stores

clean, disinfected

and fumigated and

records maintained

(evidence)?

13.25f A Are vehicles of

suitable design to

maintain cold

chain?

13.26 Packaging material

13.26.1 A Is packaging

material suitable?

13.26.2a A Is packaging

materials store

proofed against

rodents, insects,

birds etc?

13.26.2b A Is packaging for

edible produce of

food grade?

13.26.2c A Are cartons

assembled

correctly?

13.26.2d A Are flowers packed

to minimise

damage?

13.29.2e A not overfilled?

13.29.2f A 5 cm gap?

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13.29.2g A secure crossties?

13.29.2h A pre-cooling vents

correctly aligned?

13.27 Stacking of cartons

13.27a A Are cartons stacked

to avoid produce

damage?

13.27b A Has written

instruction been

given to freight

forwarder on

stacking

(evidence)?

Flower treatments

13.28.1 A Are flowers placed

in appropriate

preservatives?

13.28.4 A Is STS disposed of

safely?

13.28.5 A Are dyes used for

flower of food

grade?

13.32 Cleaning material

Cleaning chemicals

are approved?

Chemicals are

scent free?

There is adequate

facilities for

disinfecting tools

and equipment?

14 .0 Waste and pollution management, recycling and reuse


14 .1 A Written procedures

on disposal?

14 .2 A Suitable siting of

composting area?

14 .3 A Designated safe

area for burning or

burial of waste?

14.3 A Used sump oil

disposed of safely?

14 .4 A Waste materials,

non- hazardous, re-

cycled?

14 .5 A Only packaging

material which can

be re-cycled is

used?

14 .6 A Policy in place to

minimise use of

non-renewable

resources?

15 Worker health, safety and welfare

15.1.1 A Wage scales –

examine payroll?

15.1.2.1 A Overtime pay as

per work contracts?

15.1.3 A NSSF (examine

records)?

151.4. A NHIF (examine

records)?

15.1.5 A Bonus / Incentives?

15.1.6.1a A Work Contracts -

Permanent

(sample)?

15.1.6.1b A Seasonal (sample)?

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15.1.6.1c A -

Casual (sample)?

15.1.6.1d A Work hours (46 hrs

per 7 days)?

15.1.6.1e A Annual leave as per

work contract?

15.1.6.1f A Public

holidays/Rest days

observed

15.1.10 A Sick leave as per

ROWA?

15.1.11 A Female

Employees?

15.1.12 A Pregnancy – No

discrimination?

15.1.13 A Maternity leave as

per ROWA?

15.1.14 A Dismissal?

15.1.15 A Redundancy?

15.1.16 A Terminations as per

ROWA?

15.1.17a A Workmen’s

compensation

(evidence)?

15. 1.17b A Insurance to cover

workmen’s

compensation

(evidence)?

15.1.18 A Housing/allowance?

15.1.19 A Trade Union?


15.1.20a A Recognition

agreement

(evidence)?

15.1.20b A Check off system

(evidence)?

15.1.20c A Shop steward

interviewed?

15.1.21a A Workers welfare

association?

15.1.21b A Collective

agreement

(evidence)?

15.1.22 A Health & Safety

Committee?

15.1.23 A Grievance

Procedures?

15.1.24 A Forced Labour?

15.1.1 A Wage scales –

examine payroll?

15.1.2.1 A Overtime pay as

per work contracts?

15.1.3 A NSSF (examine

records)?

151.4. A NHIF (examine

records)?

15.1.5 A Bonus / Incentives?

15.1.6.1a A Work Contracts -

Permanent

(sample)?

15.1.6.1b A Seasonal (sample)?

15.1.6.1c A -

Casual (sample)?

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15.1.6.1d A Work hours (46 hrs

per 7 days)?

15.1.6.1e A Annual leave as per

work contract?

15.1.6.1f A Public

holidays/Rest days

observed

15.1.10 A Sick leave as per

ROWA?

15.1.11 A Female

Employees?

15.1.12 A Pregnancy – No

discrimination?

15.1.13 A Maternity leave as

per ROWA?

15.1.14 A Dismissal?

15.1.15 A Redundancy?

15.1.16 A Terminations as per

ROWA?

15.1.17a A Workmen’s

compensation

(evidence)?

15. 1.17b A Insurance to cover

workmen’s

compensation

(evidence)?

15.1.18 A Housing/allowance?

15.1.19 A Trade Union?

15.1.20a A Recognition

agreement

(evidence)?


15.1.20b A Check off system

(evidence)?

15.1.20c A Shop steward

interviewed?

15.1.21a A Workers welfare

association?

15.1.21b A Collective

agreement

(evidence)?

15.1.22 A Health & Safety

Committee?

15.1.23 A Grievance

Procedures?


15.1.26 A Child Labour /

Minors?

15.1.27.1 A Outgrowers Fair

Purchase policy

(evidence)?

15.1.27.2 A Legally binding

Agreements

(evidence)?

15.1.27.3 A Provision of

Technical advice

(evidence)?

15.1.27.4 A Training cost

sharing agreements

(evidence)?

15.1.27.5 A Outgrowers

Awareness of

National

regulations

(evidence)?

15.1.27.7 A Payments to

Outgrowers

Documented

(evidence)?

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Minors?


Purchase policy

(evidence)?


Agreements

(evidence)?


Technical advice

(evidence)?


sharing agreements

(evidence)?


Awareness of

National CoP

(evidence)?


Outgrowers

Documented

(evidence)?



Minors?


Purchase policy

(evidence)?


Agreements

(evidence)?


Technical advice

(evidence)?


sharing agreements

(evidence)?



Awareness of

National CoP

(evidence)?


Outgrowers

Documented

(evidence)?

15.2 Worker health and safety

15.2.1 A Registration with

DOHSS?

15.2.2.2a A Emergency

Procedures

(evidence)?

15.2.2.2b A Training

Programmes

(evidence)?

15.2.2.2c A Registration with

DIT?

15.2.2.4.1 A Medical

15.2.2.4.2 A Medical Officer?

Name?

15.2.2.4.3 A Medical facilities /

First aid on site?

15.2.2.4.5 A Clinic

Name?

15.2.2.4.5 A Referral Hospital?

Name?

15.2.2.4.5 A Provide Education

FP / Health Care /

Pre-post natal?

15.2.2.4.5 A First aid training

(evidence)?

15.2.2.4.5 A Emergency / Injury

incident book

(evidence)?

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15.2.5.1 A Pregnancy,

consideration?

15.2.5.2 A Day care Nursery?

15.2.6a A Visitors /

Contractors

Documented?

15.2.6b A Provision of

protective clothing

on site?

15.2.7a A Fire Precautions?

15.2.7b A Extinguishers?

15.2.1 A Registration by

competent

authority?

15.2.2.2a A Emergency

Procedures

(evidence)?

15.2.2.2b A Training

Programmes

(evidence)?

15.2.2.2c A Registration with

competent

Authority?

15.2.2.4.1 A Medical

15.2.2.4.2 A Medical Officer?

Name?

15.2.2.4.3 A Medical facilities /

First aid on site?

15.2.2.4.5 A Clinic

Name?

15.2.2.4.5 A Referral Hospital?

Name?


15.2.2.4.5 A Provide Education

FP / Health Care /

Pre-post natal?

15.2.2.4.5 A First aid training

(evidence)?

15.2.2.4.5 A Emergency / Injury

incident book

(evidence)?

15.2.5.1 A Pregnancy,

consideration?

15.2.5.2 A Day care Nursery?

15.2.6a A Visitors /

Contractors

Documented?

15.2.6b A Provision of

protective clothing

on site?

15.2.7a A Fire Precautions?

15.2.7b A Extinguishers?

15.2.7c A Electric Wiring?

15.2.7d A Fire drills?

15.2.8 A Factories Act

Abstracts

displayed?

15.2.9a A Machinery Danger

Signs Displayed?

15.2.9b A Well maintained?

15.2.9c A Guarded?

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15.2.10 A Supervision, Proof

of Training?

15.2.11a A Protective Clothing /

Uniforms Suitable

for Work

Undertaken?

15.2.11b A Protective clothing

supplied FOC?

15.2.11.2 A Facilities for

washing, changing

clothes?


showers for Spray

Applicators?

15.2.12a A Re- Entry Intervals

understood by

supervisors?

15.2.12b A Adequate signs to

aid observance

displayed?

15.2.12c A Re-entry intervals

observed?

15.2.13 A General Worker

Health?

15.2.13.1 A Potable water

available to all staff

at all times?

15.2.13.3 A Ready access to

flush toilets / pit

latrines?

15.2.13.3 A Segregation for

male / female?

15.2.13.3 A Adequate hand

washing facilities

close to toilets?

15.2.13.4 A Provision of rest

rooms / canteens?

15.2.7c A Electric Wiring?


15.2.7d A Fire drills?

15.2.8 A Factories Act

Abstracts

displayed?

15.2.9a A Machinery Danger

Signs Displayed?

15.2.9b A Well maintained?

15.2.9c A Guarded?

15.2.10 A Supervision, Proof

of Training?

15.2.11a A Protective Clothing /

Uniforms Suitable

for Work

Undertaken?

15.2.11b A Protective clothing

supplied FOC?

15.2.11.2 A Facilities for

washing, changing

clothes?


showers for Spray

Applicators?

15.2.12a A Re- Entry Intervals

understood by

supervisors?


aid observance

displayed?


observed?


Health?



at all times?

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flush toilets / pit

latrines?


male / female?


washing facilities

close to toilets?


rooms / canteens?


aid observance

displayed?


observed?


Health?



at all times?


flush toilets / pit

latrines?


male / female?


washing facilities

close to toilets?


rooms / canteens?

16. Environmental management

16.2.1 A Non-cropped areas

managed to

encourage wildlife

and tree planting?

16.2.3 A Where applicable,

natural corridors are

maintained?


16.2.3 A Designated

environmental sites

respected?

16.3.1 A Good agricultural

practice?

16.3.2 A Riparian land

boundaries

observed?

16. A Burning of wastes

in approved

incinerator?

16. A Use of R22 as gas

refrigerant?

16. A Maintenance

contract for

refrigerator

equipment

(evidence)?

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CDUS 923: 2013


Certification marking

Products that conform to Uganda standards may be marked with Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) Certification Mark shown in the figure below.

The use of the UNBS Certification Mark is governed by the Standards Act, and the Regulations made thereunder. This mark can be used only by those licensed under the certification mark scheme operated by the Uganda National Bureau of Standards and in conjunction with the relevant Uganda Standard. The presence of this mark on a product or in relation to a product is an assurance that the goods comply with the requirements of that standard under a system of supervision, control and testing in accordance with the certification mark scheme of the Uganda National Bureau of Standards. UNBS marked products are continually checked by UNBS for conformity to that standard.

Further particulars of the terms and conditions of licensing may be obtained from the Director, Uganda National Bureau of Standards.