• DNSH5 (1) - Pollution Prevention

    DNSH5 (1) - Pollution Prevention The activity does not use pesticides or fertilizers, pollution of water and soil is prevented and cleaning up measures are undertaken, avoidance of active ingredients; The activity minimized the use of fertilizers and does not use manure. The activity complies with Regulation (EU) 2019/1009* or national rules on fertilizers or soil improvers for agricultural use.

    The use of pesticides is reduced and alternative approaches or techniques, which may include non-chemical alternatives to pesticides, are favored, in accordance with Directive 2009/128/EC, with exception of occasions where the use of pesticides is needed to control outbreaks of pests and of diseases. The activity minimized the use of fertilizers and does not use manure. The activity complies with Regulation (EU) 2019/1009 or national rules on fertilizers or soil improvers for agricultural use.

    OBJECTIVE 2. FOREST HEALTH AND PRODUCTIVITY

    Performance Measure 2.2. Certified Organizations shall have a program to minimize chemical use required to achieve management objectives while protecting employees, neighbors, the public and the environment, including wildlife and aquatic habitats.

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