PHILIPPINE NATIONAL

STANDARD PNS/BAFS 187:2016

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Organic Aquaculture Feeds

BUREAU OF AGRICULTURE AND FISHERIES STANDARDS

BPI Compound Visayas Avenue, Diliman, Quezon City 1101 Philippines
Phone (632) 920-6131; (632) 455-2856; (632) 467-9039; Telefax (632) 455-2858
E-mail: bafpsda@yahoo.com.ph
DEPARTMENT OF
Website: www.bafs.da.gov.ph
AGRICULTURE
PHILIPPINES

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Foreword

The Bureau of Agriculture and Fisheries Standards (BAFS) in line with its mandate under
Republic Act 10068 or the Organic Agriculture Act of 2010, initiated the development of
Philippine National Standard (PNS) for Organic Aquaculture Feeds to address the needs
of the organic aquaculture industry. It aims to provide minimum requirements for the
production of organic feeds for organic aquaculture animals.

The PNS for Organic Aquaculture Feeds was developed by the Technical Working Group
(TWG) organized by the Bureau of Agriculture and Fisheries Standards (BAFS) through a
Department of Agriculture (DA) Special Order No.183, Series of 2015. The TWG is
composed of members representing the Bureau of Animal Industry (BAI), Bureau of
Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR), Organic Certification Center of the Philippines
(OCCP), Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center Aquaculture Department
(SEAFDEC-AQD), Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic and Natural Resources
Research and Development (PCAARRD) and Central Luzon State University (CLSU). This
PNS was presented and reviewed during the consultative meetings with the concerned
stakeholders in Region I (Pangasinan), XI (Davao City) and NCR (Quezon City). Comments
gathered during the consultations were carefully evaluated by the TWG and included
accordingly in the final version of this standard. Drawn from the general principles of the
PNS on Organic Aquaculture, this PNS on Organic Aquaculture Feeds attempts to cover
the aquaculture feed formulation and preparation in order to ensure the integrity of
organic products. The requirements for the inclusion of feed additives, processing aids
and other ingredients and criteria for the development of the list of ingredients shall
follow the PNS for Organic Aquaculture and Organic Agriculture.

This PNS identifies the minimum requirements on the organic aquaculture feed products
and forms, essential composition and quality factors (including raw materials, feed
additives, processing aids and other ingredients), hygiene and handling, packaging and
labeling, methods of sampling, examination and analysis and definition of defectives.

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1 Scope

This Standard applies to the formulation and preparation of nutritionally adequate

complete organic aquaculture feeds or aquafeeds, either farm-made or commercial, for
culture of aquatic animals such as fish and crustacean. This also covers organic aquafeeds
that are custom-mixed, organic feed ingredients and additives, and other f e e d products
claimed organic.

2 References

The titles of the standards and publications referred to in this Standard are listed on
the inside back cover.

3 Definition of terms

For the purpose of the standard, the following terms shall mean:

3.1
adulterant
refers to any biological or chemical agent, foreign matter and other substances
intentionally added to feed during the production, manufacture, processing,
preparation, treatment, packing, packaging, transport or holding of such feed which may
compromise feed safety, or suitability. It may be added to more expensive substances to
increase visible quantities and reduce manufacturing costs, or for some other
deceptive or malicious purpose.

3.2
aflatoxins
refers to a group of highly toxic mycotoxins produced by fungi of the genus Aspergillus.

3.3
ash
refers to the mineral matter of a feed or feed ingredient remaining after burning off
the dry matter.

3.4
batch number
refers to a designation in numbers or letters or combination thereof assigned by the
manufacturer to a particular batch of feed or feed ingredient produced during a given
cycle of manufacture/production that identifies the batch and permits the tracing or
tracking of the batch.

3.5
complete feed
refers to a mixture or combination of feed ingredients supplements and additives by
specific formula to be fed directly as sole ration to animals which is capable of furnishing
the nutritional needs or requirements of the animal in order to maintain life, promote
growth, production and reproduction without any additional substance except water.

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3.6
commercial organic aquafeeds
refer to those manufactured by companies, whose primary business is aquatic animal
feedstuff production.

3.7
contaminant
refers to any substance not intentionally added to food or feed for food-producing
animals (including fish and crustaceans), which is present in such food or feed as a result
of the production, manufacture, processing, preparation, treatment, packing, packaging,
transport or holding of such food or feed, or as a result of environmental contamination.
The term does not include insect fragments, rodent hairs and other extraneous matter.

3.8
crude fat or ether extract
refers to the fats, oils, waxes and similar components found in feeds and feed
ingredient, which are extracted with warm ether in chemical analysis.

3.9
crude fiber
refers to the coarse, fibrous and indigestible portion of feeds and feed ingredients,
relatively low in digestibility and nutritive value such as cellulose, hemi-cellulose and
lignin.

3.10
crude protein
refers to the proteins and all other nitrogenous compounds in feeds and feed ingredients.

3.11
custom-mixed feed
refers to a feed which is compounded or mixed according to the specifications of the final
buyer or user for his own use/consumption or for use of a limited clientele and not
intended for sale to the general public.

3.12
farm-made organic aquafeed
refers to small-scale aquafeed manufactured encompassing everything from simple hand-
formed doughballs to small feed production units (New, 1992); those made for the
exclusive use of a particular farming activity, not for a commercial scale or profit; feeds
made by individuals or groups of individuals who are primarily farmers.

3.13
feed additive
refers to an ingredient or combination of ingredients which is added to the basic mixed
feed to fulfill a specific need which include, but not limited to, duly registered acidifiers,
antioxidants, aromatics, deodorizing agents, flavor enhancers, mold inhibitors, pellet
binders, preservatives, sweeteners, toxin binders, artificial color attractants, astaxanthin,
etc. It is usually used in micro quantities and requires careful handling and mixing. A feed
additive may have no nutritive value but is added to the feed to improve its quality and
efficacy.
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3.14
feed digestibility
refers to the percentage of the dry matter or particular nutrient in the diet that the
animal absorbs into the body through the digestive tract.

3.15
feed fines
refer to fine feed particles produced after pelleting at plant.

3.16
feed ingredient
refers to a component part or constituent of any combination or mixture making up a
feed, [whether or not] it has a nutritional value in the animal’s diet, including feed
additives. Ingredients are of plant, animal or aquatic origin, or other organic substances.

3.17
feed stability
refers to an ability of feed to maintain its integrity in the water thus becoming
available to aquatic animals.

3.18
label
refers to any written, printed or graphic matter attached, affixed to or found in any
package, bag, bale, sack, barrel, bin, can, canister or any other container of mixed feeds,
feed ingredients, feed supplements, feed additives, base mixes, concentrates, specialty
feeds, special feed nutrient preparations and/or other feed products.

3.19
lot number
refers to a designation in numbers or letters or combination thereof assigned to a
particular feed product produced under the same raw material source with the same
formulation assigned by the manufacturer.

3.20
mesh size
refers to the number of openings per square inch of mesh (e.g. number 4-4 openings
per square inch; 16-16 openings per square inch).

3.21
moisture content
refers to the water content of the feed.

3.22
organic
refers to the particular farming and processing systems, described in the standards
and not in the classical chemical sense. The term “organic” is synonymous in other
languages to “biological” or “ecological”.

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3.23
organic aquafeed
refers to any duly certified complete feed prepared on farm or manufactured by duly
certified organic and registered feed mill/processing plant, distributed and traded for
organic farming of aquatic animals which are raised for human consumption.

3.24
organic feed miller
refers to a feed miller/processor/manufacturer producing organic aquafeeds duly
certified by organic certifying body (OCB) and registered by the competent authority.

3.25
package
refers to a sack, bag, barrel, box, bin, can, canister or any other container for feeds
and/or feed ingredients.

3.26
proximate analysis
refers to the process of determining the major constituents of feed partitioning nutrients
into 6 components: moisture, crude protein, crude fiber, ether extract, nitrogen-free
extract (NFE) and ash.

3.27
supplemental feed
refers to feed supplied to meet the nutrient requirement of fish for growth and
maintenance when natural food is inadequate.

4 Description

Organic aquafeeds, in any form, are prepared from safe and organic feed and feeding
ingredients, milled and processed in a way that maintains the organic integrity of the
feeds. When machines, tools and equipment is not exclusively used for organic products,
the equipment should be properly cleaned before processing organic feeds.

5 Essential composition and quality factors

5.1 Organic Aquafeeds

5.1.1 This feed should be prepared from sustainable and quality organic raw
materials and shall provide adequate nutritional requirements to produce
acceptable performance to crustaceans, fish and mollusks reared in aquaculture
farms/ponds and other culture facilities.

5.2 Raw materials

5.2.1 Raw materials for organic aquaculture feeds shall be sourced from duly
certified organic and registered local feed ingredient suppliers. When imported raw
materials are used, these must be certified and registered organic.

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5.2.2 Raw materials shall be good sources of needed nutrients like protein, essential
amino acids, lipids, essential fatty acids, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals.

5.2.3 Raw materials containing molds, which are sources of aflatoxin shall not be used.

5.2.4 Limited percentage of non-organic feed may be used in areas where organic
aquaculture is in early stages of development. The percentage of non-organic feed of
agricultural origin should not exceed 20% dry matter calculated on per production cycle
basis.

5.2.5 For carnivorous aquaculture animals, feed products derived from the whole fish
caught in sustainable fisheries as determined by competent authority shall be allowed at
an inclusion limit of up to 60%.

5.2.6 The following substances are prohibited in the products:

a) farm animal by-products (e.g. abattoir waste) of ruminants;

b) slaughter products of the same species;
c) all types of manure;
d) feed subjected to solvent extraction (e.g. hexane) or the addition of other
chemical agents;
e) crystalline synthetic amino acid isolates;
f) urea and other synthetic nitrogen compounds;
g) synthetic growth promoters or stimulants;
h) synthetic appetite stimulants;
i) artificial preservatives;
j) artificial coloring agents;
k) genetically modified organisms (GMO) or their products;
l) wild fish juveniles; and
m) veterinary drugs (e.g. antibiotics).

5.2.7 Synthetic vitamins, minerals and supplements may be used when natural
sources are not available.

5.2.8 Inclusion of natural pigments (e.g. in the form of crustacean shells or Phaffia
yeast) is permitted. This must be limited to the degree of pigmentation found
under natural circumstances.

5.2.9 The feed for aquatic animals shall meet the nutritional requirements of the
species.

5.3 Feed Additives, processing aid and other ingredients

5.3.1 Substances used as feed additives, processing aids and other ingredients are listed
in Annex A. Any succession/addition/revision from relevant standard setting bodies shall
be adopted and shall be in accordance to the criteria established in the Philippine
National Standard for Organic Agriculture (PNS/BAFS 07:2016), Section 12, Minimum
requirements for inclusion of substances in Organic Agriculture Production Systems.

5.3.2 Additives and processing aids shall be used under the following conditions:

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- if the purpose is to maintain the nutritional value of a product;

- if the purpose is to enhance the keeping quality or stability of the product;
- if the purpose is to provide the product with an acceptable composition,
consistency, and appearance;
- there is no possibility of producing a similar product without the use of the
additive or processing aid;
- it is not included in amounts greater than the minimum required to
achieve its function;
- it does not in any major way detrimentally affect the environment; and
- it shall not deceive the consumer concerning the nature, substance, and quality
of the food.

5.3.3 The use of salt and water must comply with the FDA regulations such as Republic
Act No. 8172, PNS for drinking Water, DOH-AO 2007-001, and the FDA Bureau Circular
No. 2007-009.

5.4 Final product

5.4.1 The final product must be nutritionally balanced, palatable, digestible, water
stable, storage stable and has the proper size and texture for target/cultured species.

5.4.2 The final product shall meet all the requirements enumerated below:

Table 1 – Nutrient standards for complete organic aquafeeds

Crude Crude Crude Ash

Feed type protein fat fiber % NMT
% NLT % NLT % NMT
I. Crustaceans
A. P. monodon
a. Larval diet (50)1 4 4 16
b. Fry mash 38 4 4 16
c. Starter crumble/Pellet 37 4 4 16
d. Grower pellet 35 4 4 16
e. Finisher pellet 32 4 5 16
f. Broodstock pellet2 - - - -
B. P. vannamei/ Macrobrachium spp.
a. Larval diet (50)1 4 4 16
b. Fry mash 38 4 4 16
c. Starter crumble/Pellet 35 4 4 16
d. Grower pellet 30 4 4 16
e. Finisher pellet 26 4 5 16
f. Broodstock pellet2 - - - -
III. Finfishes

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A. Herbivore/Omnivore fishes
(e.g. Milkfish3, tilapia, siganid etc.)
a. Larval diet (38)1 4 5 16
b. Fry mash 35 4 5 16
c. Pre-Starter crumble/Pellet 35 4 5 16
d. Starter crumble 29 4 8 16
e. Grower pellet 27 4 8 16
f. Finisher pellet 25 4 9 16
g. Broodstock pellet (40)1 4 9 16

Table 1 – Nutrient standards for complete organic aquafeeds (cont…)

Crude Crude Crude Ash

Feed type protein fat fiber % NMT
% NLT % NLT % NMT
III. Finfishes
B. Pangasius spp.
a. Larval diet - - - -
b. Fry crumble 28 4 5 16
c. Starter crumble/Pellet 26 4 5 16
d. Grower/Juvenile pellet 22 4 6 16
e. Finisher/Adult pellet 22 4 6 16
f. Broodstock/Breeder pellet 22 4 5 16
C. Carnivore fishes
(e.g. Grouper, snapper, seabass
etc.)
a. Larval diet (48)1 8 6 16
b. Fry mash 44 8 6 16
c. Starter crumble 40 8 6 16
d. Grower pellet 38 8 6 16
e. Finisher pellet 35 8 6 16
f. Broodstock pellet2 (44)1 - - -
Legend: NLT - Not less than NMT - Not more than

1 values are requirement levels

2 no existing feed type in the market
3 the following protein levels (%) suggested for supplemental feeds for Milkfish for ponds are:

a) starter crumble 30, b) grower pellet 28, and c) finisher 27.

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Table 2 – Physical requirements at plant

A. Fish and prawn or shrimp

Feed form Fines4 (%) Moisture content

maximum (%)
a. Mash5 100 12
b. Crumble Not more than 10 12
c. Pellet (Sinking)
Starter Not more than 2 12
Grower Not more than 2 12
Finisher Not more than 2 12
d. Extruded
Starter Not more than 2 12
Grower Not more than 2 12
Finisher Not more than 2 12

4 measured using a sieve having mesh size of 16 openings per square inch
5 1 mm and 0.5 mm particle sizes for fish and prawn/shrimp, respectively

Table 3 – Pellet feed water stability and floatability

Pellet feed type Water stability Floatability

%/ %
a. Pellet for fish minute (minimum)
Floater (Extruded) 90% / 45 90
Slow sinker 90% / 3 106
Sinker 90% / 3 0
b. Pellet for 90% / 180
prawn/shrim
p
6 most of the feed is slow sinking

5.4.3 Any organic aquaculture feed that does not comply with levels in Table 1 is
considered supplemental feed and must be labeled as such.

6 Hygiene and handling

The final product shall be free from any foreign material and contaminants,
microorganisms or substances originating from microorganisms, and any other
substances which may present a hazard to the aquaculture species and human health.

7 Packaging and labeling

7.1 Packaging

The product shall be packed in sacks, bags, barrels, boxes, bins, cans, canisters or any
other containers for feeds and/or feed ingredients that are clean and free from
any foreign matters or contaminants.

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7.2 Labeling

7.2.1 All containers or packages of organic aquafeeds, feed ingredients, specialty

feeds and other nutrient/feed preparations for sale or offered for sale shall bear a
complete label or tag.

7.2.2 Labels shall be attached or affixed to the package or to the container in such a
way that the whole content of the label can be read without detaching it. Labels can also
be printed directly to the container or package of the feed product.

7.2.3 Each label shall be printed in English, must be legible, clear and distinct in its
meaning. Translations in Filipino and other languages shall be allowed provided English
is the main language used.

7.2.4 Brand name and feed type or class of the feed, feed ingredient, feed supplement,
feed additive, concentrate, base mix, specialty feed, special feed nutrient preparation or
other feed products shall be printed with the biggest font size and located at the upper
front portion of the tag or label.

7.2.5 Labels shall not contain any form of advertisement and/or claims that are false
and misleading. Any advertisement containing any claim that the feed is suited for all
purposes shall not be allowed and shall be considered a misleading advertisement.

7.2.6 Labels shall be placed on a conspicuous place on the container or package

showing the following information:

a) Brand name or trademark of the product;

b) Generic name, type or class and form of the product;
c) Recommended species and species life stage;
d) Guaranteed analysis of the product which includes the following:
-minimum percent of crude protein;
-minimum percent of crude fat;
-maximum percent of crude fiber;
-maximum percent of moisture;
-maximum percent of ash; and/or
-other information relevant to the product;
e) Accepted or official name of each and every ingredient used in the
product;
f) Name and complete address of the company;
g) storage condition;
h) Control/Code/Batch/Lot number;
i) Date of manufacture (MM/DD/YYYY);
j) Best Before Date (MM/DD/YYYY);
k) Net weight in metric equivalent;
l) Bureau of Animal Industry Registration Number of the company and the product;
m) OCB accreditation number issued by competent authority;
n) Organic certification mark/logo;
o) Certification number issued by OCB; and
p) the label “Product of the Philippines”.

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7.2.7 Label or tag on each container shall show the production plant net weight in
kilograms of the feed and/or feed ingredient. Such statements as “50 kilos gross” or “50
kilos when packed”, etc. shall not be allowed.

8 Methods of sampling, examination and analysis

8.1 Method of sampling

Sampling of lots for physico-chemical examination of the product shall be in accordance

with sampling plans based on FAO/WHO Codex Alimentarius Commission Sampling
Plans for Prepackaged Foods (AQL =6.5) (CAC/RM42-1969). A sample lot (N) shall be the
quantity of the product under similar conditions. A sample unit shall be the primary
container where the product is in bulk, while the individual feed sack is the sample unit
for retail packaged products.

8.2 Method of physical examination

Samples taken for physical examination shall be assessed by persons trained in such
examination and using procedures elaborated in 8.3.

8.3 Methods of analysis

8.3.1 Proximate analysis and nutritional composition

8.3.1.1 Determination of ash

According to Association of Official Analytical Chemists (AOAC) International Official
Methods of Analysis (OMA), Method No. 942.05, 18th Ed., Rev. 2, 2007.

8.3.1.2 Determination of crude fat

According to Association of Official Analytical Chemists (AOAC) International Official
Methods of Analysis (OMA), Method No. 920.39, 18th Ed., Rev. 2, 2007.

8.3.1.3 Determination of crude fiber

According to Association of Official Analytical Chemists (AOAC) International Official
Methods of Analysis (OMA), Method No. 962.09, 18th Ed., Rev. 2, 2007.

8.3.1.4 Determination of crude protein

According to Association of Official Analytical Chemists (AOAC) International Official
Methods of Analysis (OMA), Method No. 968.06, 18th Ed., Rev. 2, 2007.

8.3.1.5 Determination of moisture

According to Association of Official Analytical Chemists (AOAC) International Official
Methods of Analysis (OMA), Method No. 925.04, 18th Ed., Rev. 2, 2007.

8.3.2 Determination of aflatoxins B1 content

According to Association of Official Analytical Chemists (AOAC) International Official
Methods of Analysis (OMA), Method No. 975.36, 18th Ed., Rev. 2, 2007.

8.3.3 Determination of feed floatability

According to Method of Determining Floatability as described in Annex C.

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8.3.4 Determination of feed water stability

According to Method of Determining Water Stability as described in Annex B.

8.3.5 Determination of heavy metals

According to the Codex Recommended Methods of Analysis and Sampling (CODEX STAN
37 234-1999) or an equivalent analysis method.

8.3.6 Determination of pesticides

According to Association of Official Analytical Chemists (AOAC) International Official
Methods of Analysis (OMA), Method Nos. 990.06 and 992.14, 18th Ed., Rev. 2, 2007.

8.3.7 Determination of veterinary drugs in feeds

According to Association of Official Analytical Chemists (AOAC) International Official
Methods of Analysis (OMA), Method No. 957.23, 18th Ed., Rev. 2, 2007.

9 Definition of defectives

The sample unit shall be considered as defective when it exhibits any of the properties
defined below.

9.1 Foreign matter

The presence in the sample unit of any matter, which has not been recognized as feed
composition (excluding packing material), that can cause harm to the aquaculture
species, and is readily recognized without magnification or is present at a level
determined by any method including magnification that indicates non-compliance with
good manufacturing and sanitation practices.

9.2 Aflatoxin contaminations

Sample unit having a higher level of Aflatoxin (B1) of more than 20 ppb at the plant level
(production level).

9.3 Veterinary drugs

The presence in the sample unit of veterinary drugs i.e. antibiotics.

9.4 Pesticides

The presence in the sample unit of any pesticide.

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Annex A

List of Permitted Additives, Processing Aids for the Production of Organic

Aquaculture Feed

Feed additives, processing aids and other ingredients Use

Calcium carbonate
Calcium sulphate
Oyster shell Macro minerals
Ground limestone

Sodium chloride
Potassium chloride Macro minerals

Dicalcium phosphate, anhydrous

Dicalcium phosphate, dihydrate
Tricalcium phosphate Macro minerals
Bone meal4

Chromic chloride
Micro minerals

Cobalt chloride, pentahydrate

Cobalt chloride, hexahydrate Micro minerals

Copper sulphate
Copper sulphate, pentahydrate Micro minerals
Copper chloride

Potassium iodide
Potassium iodate
Calcium iodate Micro minerals
Sodium iodide
Ethyenediamine dihydriodide

Ferrous sulphate, heptahydrate Micro minerals

Magnesium (Mg)
Magnesium carbonate Micro minerals
Magnesium sulphate
Magnesium sulphate, heptahydrate

Manganese dioxide
Manganese carbonate Micro minerals
Manganese chloride, tetrahydrate
Manganese sulphate
Manganese sulphate, hydrate
Manganese sulphate, tetrahydrate
Sodium molybdate, dihydrate
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Sodium molybdate, pentahydrate Micro minerals

Potassium orthophosphate
Potassium dihydrogen orthophosphate Micro minerals
Sodium dihydrogen orthophosphate
Sodium dihydrogen orthophosphate, hydrate
Sodium dihydrogen orthophosphate, dihydrate
Rock phosphate

Potassium chloride
Potassium carbonate Micro minerals
Potassium bicarbonate
Potassium acetate
Potassium orthophosphate
Potassium sulphate

Sodium selenite
Sodium selenite Micro minerals

Sodium chloride
Sodium bicarbonate Micro minerals
Sodium sulphate

Zinc carbonate
Zinc chloride Micro minerals
Zinc oxide
Zinc sulphate
Zinc sulphate, hydrate
Zinc sulphate, heptahydrate

Ferric oxide
Ferrous carbonate Trace minerals
Ferrous sulphate, monohydrate
Basic cobaltous carbonate, monohydrate
Cobaltous sulphate monohydrate and/or
heptahydrate
Basic cupric carbonate, monohydrate
Cupric oxide
Cupric sulphate, pentahydrate
Manganous carbonate
Manganous oxide
Manganous sulphate, monohydrate

Sorbic acid
Formic acid
Acetic acid
Lactic acid Preservative
Propionic acid
Citric acid
Fumaric acid
Sodium formate
Sodium ferrocyanide
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Natrolite-phonolite Anti-caking material

Clinoptilolite (e.g. zeolite)
Silicic acid

Colloidal silica
Kieselgur (purified diatomaceous earth) Binder
Bentonite-montmorillonite
Kaolonitic clays, asbestos-free
Natural mixtures of stearite and chlorite
Vermiculite
Sepiolite
Perlite

Calcium carbonate Feed materials

Magnesium carbonate

Lecithin Emulsifying agent

Enzymes and microorganisms Zootechnical additives

Vitamins and provitamins Vitamins

Flavoring compounds Flavor additives of

agriculture origin only

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Annex B
Banned drugs (as of 2009)

Drug Administrative Subject Date

Order

Clenbuterol, No. 14, Series of Ban on the use in food May 12, 2003
Salbutamol, 2003 (Department of animals of beta-agonist
Terbutalin, Agriculture) drugs used in human
Pirbuterol as bronchodilators and
tocolytic agents.

Furaltadone, No. 2, Series of 2000 Declaring a ban/phase- August 17,

Furazolidone, (Dept. of Agriculture out of the use of 2000
Nitrofurazon & Dept. of Health) nitrofurans in food-
e producing animals.

Carbadox, No. 60, Series of Ban and withdrawal January 11,

Olaquindox 2000 (Dept. of Olaquindox and 2000
Agriculture) No. 4-A, Carbadox from the
Series of 2000 (Dept. market.
of Health)

Chloramphenicol No. 60, Series of Declaring a ban on the April 30, 1990
1990 (Dept. use of chloramphenicol
Agriculture) No. 91, in food-producing
Series of 1990 (Dept. animals.
of Health

Source: Philippine Veterinary Drug Directory, 8th Edition, 2006, pp. 411

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Annex C

Method of determining water stability

1. Wire baskets are totally oven-dried at 100°C (1-3 h), cooled in a dessicator,
and weighed to constant weight.

2. A certain amount of feed (about 5 g) with known moisture content is then

placed in the wire basket.

3. The wire baskets with feed are then allowed to stay in the water under
conditions similar to those of the experimental tanks at designated times (2, 4,
6, and 8 h).

4. The wire baskets are then oven-dried, cooled in a dessicator, and weighed
to constant weight.

5. Percent dry weight loss is calculated after subtracting the basket weight.

6. Percent water stability is then computed

as: Fo
% Water stability = x 100
Io

where:

Io is the initial dry weight of feed; and

Fo is the final dry weight of feed.

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Annex D

Method of determining feed floatability

1. Percent feed floatability can be determined using the equation:

100 – immerse
pellets
% Feed floatability = x 100
100

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Department of Agriculture
Bureau of Agriculture and Fisheries Standards

Technical Working Group on the Development of

Philippine National Standard for Organic Aquaculture

Dr. Nelson A. Lopez Ms. Leilani Ramona K. Limpin

Inland Fisheries & Aquaculture Division Executive Director
Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Organic Certification Center of the Philippines

Mr. Rene Geraldo G. Ledesma Dr. Adelaida L. Palma

National Fisheries Research Development National Inland Fisheries Technology Center
Institute Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources
Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources

Mr. Zaldy F. Hechanova Ms. Florida C. Dieta

National Freshwater Fisheries Technology National Brackishwater Fisheries Technology
Center Center
Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources

Dr. Relicardo M. Coloso Ms. Lorne B. Valcarcel

Aquaculture Department Bureau of Animal Industry
Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center

Mr. Wilfredo C. Ibarra Prof. Jose S. Abucay

Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic College of Fisheries
and Natural Resources Research & Central Luzon State University
Development
Department of Science and Technology

Secretariat

Mr. Mark F. Matubang

Senior Science Research Specialist

Dr. Gari Pellinor U. Hernandez

Science Research Specialist II

Mr. Jaypee G. Trinidad

Research Assistant-II

Mr. Marco R. Abilar

Research Assistant-I

Advisers
Ms. Karen S. Bautista
(July 2016 – Present)
Ms. Karen Kristine A. Roscom
(February 2014 – July 2016)
Bureau of Agriculture and Fisheries Standards

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