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OSOCA is the abbreviation of Orissa State Organic Certification Agency formed during 2007 as a part of government initiative to provide an institutional mechanism for taking up organic certification in the state of Orissa. It was carved out of OSSOPCA (Orissa State Seed & Organic Products Certification Agency) to carry out the function of Inspection & Certification Body as laid down in the National Programme for Organic Production (NPOP) with its headquarter at Plot No. 326, Baramunda, Bhubaneswar, Orissa.
Policy
OSOCA proposes to provide an institutional mechanism for organic inspection and certification in the State of Orissa in particular and outside areas in general to ensure better quality organic products to the consumers. OSOCA assures of globally competitive quality certification services to the operators through a reliable certification programme formulated by an efficient and sustainable organizational set up that provides for consistent degree of non-discrimination, fairness, and transparency with commitment to obtain and maintain accreditation as per NPOP guidelines.
Objective
- To provide organic certification at a reasonable cost.
- To establish a globally competitive certification programme.
- To develop a credible certification system.
- To be committed to maintain accreditation.
- To make available quality organic products through organic certification.
LIST OF OPERATORS OF OSOCA
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Officers List
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Steps For Certification
ANNUAL FEE STRUCTURE (in Rupees)
Fees for | Farm units/individual/group | Manufacturer/processor | Remarks |
Registration |
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Inspection/Audit |
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For preparation of audit/inspection visits | |
Certification |
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Certification work. | |
Travel time | NIL | NIL | |
Travel expenses | Actual | Actual | For travel, food & accommodation where applicable. |
Scope certificate | 1000/- | 1000/- | The added value of widely recognised certificate. |
Transaction certificate, if required | 500/- | 500/- | Per copy |
Chemical analysis, if required | Actual cost | Actual cost | Soil/ water/ leaf/ and product samples. |
Note: Taxes will be extra as applicable. |
Why Organic
Why Organic Certification
- It is the only means to identify the organic product from a non-organic one.
- It adds value to the organic product.
- It enhances the product demand in the export market.
- Authenticates organic quality.
- Helps in building trust between consumers & organic farmers.
Benefits Of Organic Farming
- It is ecologically sustainable.
- It is socially acceptable.
- It is economically feasible.
- It maintains genetic diversity.
- It ensures animal welfare.
- It contributes to the health of the nation.
- It minimizes pollution.
Best Wishes From
Sh. Prasanta Kumar Satapathy
(Director)
I take this opportunity to thank our Farmers/Seed Growers, Seed Processing Agencies for showing their keen interest in automation of the seed certification process. I thank the team of NIC, Odisha and Odisha for taking so much of pain in designing, developing and implementing the automation system with latest technology. The OSSOCA team's effort is commendable in supporting the NIC, Odisha Team in design & developement. I am sure this automation system named "OSSOCA" will go long way in addressing the issues of SPAs/SPPs, Seed Growers as well as the Officials OSSOCA. I , as always, seek continued patronage of our valued stakeholders, cooperation of our employees.
Odisha State Seed & Organic Product Certification Agency
Plot No. 326, Near Bus Stand, Baramunda,
Bhubaneswar,
Odisha 751003.
E-Mail: directorossca[at]rediffmail[dot]com