Organic Operators Australia understands that organic operators have been affected by the forceful application of genetically-modified treatments on their certified organic land in NSW and QLD. The treatments incorporated GM corn and soy grit.
We are asking affected operators to register their details so we can ascertain the type of financial and environmental effects across a broad range of properties and regions.
The good news is that all treatment has now been ceased as per this notice: https://www.fireants.org.au/about-us/news-and-events/news/treatment-organic-property
You can register with Organic Operators Australia to stay up to date with the latest announcements here.
If your property is in Queensland, you can petition the Queensland Parliament here.
Are you certified to the mandatory National Standard for Organic and Bio-Dynamic Produce for exports?
Are you certified to the Court recognised AS6000 domestic standard or a certifier's private standard?
Certifiers' private standards include the ACOS, NCOS and the National Standard when used for the domestic market.
Have you ever been a substantial exporter?
To what extent is your organic operation affected by the baiting of fire ants in northern Australia?
Describe the applications that have been applied to your certified land area. Include the land area and product applied.
How many times has an application of Fire Ant treatment been applied?
What has been the impact of this treatment on your production and sales?
Do you have any other comments to add?
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We act in the interests of all certified organic operators.
Only certified organic operators can be Full Members. Full Members must maintain their organic operator certification. Please advise which certifier(s) you have a certification with and your certification number.
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