Division 2.2 Rules concerning the collection of wild plants

The collection of wild plants and parts thereof growing naturally in natural areas, forests and agricultural areas is considered as organic production, provided that:

1. (a)

   for a period of at least three years before the collection, those areas were not treated with products or substances other than those authorised pursuant to Articles 9 and 24 for use in organic production;

2. (b)

   the collection does not affect the stability of the natural habitat or the maintenance of the species in the collection area.