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The Pacific Islands are home to a wide range of societies and cultures from which have evolved diverse social structures and values. There are, however, some commonly held values including the importance of land. The people of the Pacific acknowledge land as their lifeblood and have a spiritual relationship with it that often includes recognition of many intangible values. The extended family and village, and the obligations and benefits that arise from these networks, are also a key feature of Pacific life. Family and community relationships are strengthened by a communal approach to work and life. ...Read More

101,514

ha of Organic Certified land in 10 Pacific Island countries

2,102

producers guaranteed under PGS

13,351

growers certified under third-party

News

International Biodiveristy Day: Build back...

May 22, 2023

By Fuatino Fatiaki, Organic and Agroecology Officer with the Pacific Organic and Ethical Trade Community, Land Resources Division, Pacific Community... Read More

POETCom Tour showcases potential of...

March 10, 2023

                    The Pacific Organic and Ethical Trade Community (POETCom) recently organized... Read More

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Events

Pacific Heads of Agriculture and Forestry Meeting

March 6, 2023

The 8th Regional Meeting of the Pacific Heads of Agriculture and Forestry Services & 3rd Joint FAO SPC Ministerial meeting...
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Fiji National Advisory Committee Meeting (POLFN)

January 25, 2023

Mr Emosi Cagi, the Pacific Organic Learning Farms Network (POLFN) Country Coordinator for Fiji will be meeting with the Fiji...
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Tech & Bio 2022

October 7, 2022

Tech&Bio represents a unique opportunity to discover all the new organic and alternative farming techniques. Scheduled for October 7 -...
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