INSTITUTE FOR STANDARD AND QUALITY DEVELOPMENT STUDIES
Rice is one of the essential foods in the daily diet of Vietnamese people. Let’s explore organic rice certification in compliance with TCVN 11041-5:2018 with the Institute for Standard & Quality Development Studies (ISSQ).
Before learning about the organic standard TCVN 11041-5:2018, it is important to understand what organic rice is. Basically, organic rice is not very different from conventional rice in appearance. However, behind healthy and nutritious rice grains lies a strictly controlled cultivation and care process that must comply with specific standards.
Organic rice is grown on clean, uncontaminated land and does not use chemical substances throughout cultivation and harvesting. In addition, to meet organic standards, requirements must be fulfilled in production, preliminary processing and processing, packaging, labeling, storage, transportation, and other related stages.
Many rice producers and consumers often confuse clean rice with organic rice. However, according to the organic standard TCVN 11041-5:2018, these two types of rice are different. For example, organic rice is clean rice, but clean rice is not necessarily organic rice.
Clean rice may still allow the use of fertilizers and chemical pesticides within permitted limits during production. In addition, bleaching processes may be applied to improve the uniformity and appearance of rice grains.
In contrast, organic rice must be produced in accordance with organic requirements and certified accordingly. Organic rice is completely clean rice that does not use any chemical substances throughout the production process.
Many rice producers are uncertain whether to obtain certification under TCVN 11041-5:2018 and what benefits it brings. ISSQ highlights some key advantages as follows:
Enhances product value and quality, thereby increasing revenue and protecting consumer health.
Expands market access: Certified products can more easily enter demanding markets.
Promotes local economic development: Regions with organic rice production can experience stronger economic growth.
Environmentally responsible production: Organic rice production reflects the producer’s commitment to environmental protection, supporting sustainable and harmonious development with nature.
Achieving organic rice standards provides benefits for businesses, consumers, and the environment.
To obtain certification, organic rice producers should follow these steps:
Certification registration
Pre-assessment review
Certification audit
Post-audit documentation review
Issuance of certificate
Periodic surveillance
Recertification
According to regulations, certificates issued for products compliant with TCVN 11041-5:2018 are valid for three years, with annual surveillance audits required.
To ensure that certification procedures are conducted properly, businesses should cooperate with reputable designated certification bodies for professional support.
The Institute for Standard & Quality Development Studies (ISSQ) is one of the professional organizations providing organic certification assessment services under TCVN 11041-5:2018. With a team of experienced consultants and experts in agriculture, ISSQ supports clients throughout the certification process.
ISSQ is always ready to accompany enterprises in the period of international integration and development.
We are honored to serve our valued customers.
Publication Date: July 7, 2022
