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8. ENVIRONMENTAL STANDARDS  

 

MUST CRITERIA:

  • The farm must have access to, awareness of, and be able to observe the Codes of Good Agricultural Practice, which provide guidance on protecting the environment.

 

  • The farm must dispose of pesticides and their empty containers safely.

 

  • The farm must ensure that potential pollutants are appropriately stored to avoid the risk of polluting watercourses.

 

  • Manures and fertilisers must be spread in accordance with legislation and codes of good practice.

 

  • The farm must have a Waste Management Plan.

 

 

 

 

 

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