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Certified at Every Level

From individual farmer to final buyer β€” our certification framework covers NPOP, PGS India, ICS documentation, NABL lab testing, GI tags, and QR-linked product traceability.

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NPOPNational Standard
PGS IndiaDomestic Cert.
2 GI TagsHeritage Varieties
NABL LabsEvery Batch
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NPOPExport Certified
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PGS IndiaDomestic Market
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ICSFarm-Level Docs
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NABL LabsEvery Batch
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QR CodeFull Traceability
Our Certifications
Recognised Organic Standards
HaldiMart operates under India's highest organic certification frameworks β€” ensuring verified quality for both domestic consumers and international importers.
NPOP Certification
National Programme for Organic Production β€” Ministry of Commerce, Govt. of India (APEDA)
Export ApprovedEU EquivalenceUS NOP Equivalent
NPOP is India's apex organic certification standard administered by APEDA under the Ministry of Commerce. It is recognised by the European Union and Switzerland under equivalence agreements, and has mutual recognition with NOP (USDA Organic) for some product categories. It enables Indian organic farmers and FPOs to export to premium international markets with full legal recognition.
  • Mandatory ICS system for group certification of small farmers
  • Annual external audit by NPOP-accredited certification body
  • Covers all production inputs, handling, and processing
  • Enables export to EU, Switzerland, UK, and Middle East
  • Recognised for organic labelling in the Indian domestic market
Domestic Sale Export EU Equivalence
PGS India
Participatory Guarantee System β€” Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers' Welfare
APEDA RecognisedDomestic Market
PGS India is a community-based organic certification system for the domestic market, officially recognised by APEDA. Unlike third-party certification, PGS relies on peer verification within farmer groups β€” making it accessible and affordable for small and marginal farmers. It uses the ICS framework for documentation and allows organic labelling at mandis and retail outlets across India.
  • Peer-verified by fellow farmers in the same cluster
  • Recognised by APEDA for domestic organic market labelling
  • Significantly lower cost than full third-party NPOP certification
  • Ideal for small and marginal turmeric farmers (under 5 acres)
  • Complementary to NPOP β€” farmers can hold both certifications
Domestic Sale Mandi & Retail
ICS β€” Internal Control System
Farm-level Organic Compliance Framework for Group Certification
Mandatory for FPOsAll 38 Clusters
The Internal Control System is the backbone of group organic certification. It is mandatory for any FPO seeking NPOP or PGS group certification. ICS covers every registered farmer individually β€” from application to field inspection to harvest record. It is audited externally each year by the certifying body, ensuring no single farmer's data is fabricated or overlooked.
  • Farmer register with unique ICS ID for every enrolled farmer
  • GPS-referenced field maps for every registered farm plot
  • Annual farm inspection checklist with inspector signature
  • Input logbook β€” all seeds, amendments, inputs recorded
  • Risk map identifying high-risk farms near conventional land
  • Non-conformity register with corrective action records
  • Harvest and batch traceability linkage to products
Farm Level All Clusters
NABL Lab Testing
Batch-level Testing at Accredited Laboratories β€” Every Harvest
Curcumin %Pesticide PanelHeavy Metals
Every harvest batch on HaldiMart is independently tested at a NABL-accredited or ISO-certified laboratory before it is listed for sale. The lab report is publicly accessible via QR code on every product pack. This goes beyond the certification requirement β€” it is our commitment to transparency about what is actually in your turmeric.
  • Curcumin % β€” exact content, not an estimate or claimed range
  • 200+ pesticide residue panel β€” all results must be ND (Not Detected)
  • Heavy metals β€” Lead, Cadmium, Arsenic, Mercury tested
  • Aflatoxin testing for food safety compliance
  • Moisture content and foreign matter analysis
  • NABL-accredited labs: Eurofins, SGS India, Vimta, etc.
Every Batch QR Linked Report
ICS Framework
How the Internal Control System Works
A step-by-step walkthrough of how HaldiMart's ICS functions β€” from farmer enrollment to buyer receipt.
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Farmer Registration & Unique ID

Each farmer applying to join the FPO cluster is registered in the ICS database. A unique Farmer ID is assigned. Farm survey numbers, acreage, location, and crop history are documented.

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Field Map & Risk Assessment

GPS-referenced field maps are drawn for every registered plot. A risk map is prepared showing proximity to conventional farms, water bodies, and potential contamination sources.

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Annual Internal Inspection

FPO-trained ICS inspectors visit every registered farm at least once per growing season. They verify zero chemical use, assess crop health, and complete a standardised inspection checklist. Findings are signed by both inspector and farmer.

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Non-Conformity Management

Any violation of organic standards is logged as a non-conformity. Minor issues receive a corrective action plan with follow-up. Major violations (prohibited inputs confirmed) result in suspension from the cluster.

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External Certification Body Audit

The complete ICS is audited annually by an NPOP-accredited certification body. The auditor reviews a sample of farmer files, conducts field visits, and assesses ICS management. A successful audit results in the group organic certificate.

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Batch Traceability & QR Linking

Each harvest batch is given a unique Batch ID. This ID links the farmer's ICS record, the NABL lab report, and the product listing. A QR code on every pack allows buyers to access the complete chain within seconds.

ICS Documents Maintained per Farmer

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    Farmer Registration Form
    Personal details, land records, survey numbers, family background, farming experience
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    Farm Field Map
    GPS-referenced sketch map showing all plots, boundaries, neighbours, water sources
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    Annual Inspection Checklist
    Standardised checklist covering inputs, practices, storage, equipment, and crop status
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    Input Logbook
    Record of all seeds, compost, amendments, and any other inputs used during the season
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    Non-Conformity Register
    Log of any violations found, corrective actions taken, and follow-up inspection outcomes
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    Harvest & Batch Record
    Yield, harvest date, batch number, lab test reference, processing, and dispatch records
NABL Lab Testing
Every Batch Lab Verified
Before any product is listed on HaldiMart, the harvest batch is tested at a NABL-accredited lab. Below is a sample report from our Meghalaya Lakadong batch.
Test ParameterMethodResultStatus
Curcumin ContentHPLC7.8%βœ“ Pass
Curcuminoids (Total)UV Spectro8.4%βœ“ Pass
Moisture ContentOven Dry9.2%βœ“ Pass
Volatile OilDistillation3.8% v/wβœ“ Pass
Pesticide Residues (200+)GC-MS / LC-MSNot Detectedβœ“ ND
Lead (Pb)ICP-MS< 0.02 mg/kgβœ“ Pass
Cadmium (Cd)ICP-MS< 0.01 mg/kgβœ“ Pass
Arsenic (As)ICP-MS< 0.01 mg/kgβœ“ Pass
Mercury (Hg)Cold VapourNot Detectedβœ“ ND
Aflatoxin B1ELISA< 1 ppbβœ“ Pass
Total AflatoxinsELISA< 2 ppbβœ“ Pass
Foreign MatterVisual/Physical0.0%βœ“ Pass

Sample: Batch #MG-2024-L14 Β· Lab: NABL Accredited Lab, Shillong Β· Date: Nov 2024

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What is Curcumin %?

Curcumin is the primary bioactive compound in turmeric responsible for its colour, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties. Higher curcumin % means greater potency. We test every batch so you know exactly what you are getting.

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Pesticide Residue Panel

Our 200+ parameter pesticide test covers all major organochlorines, organophosphates, carbamates, pyrethroids, and other synthetic pesticides. All results must show ND (Not Detected) before a product is listed.

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Heavy Metals Testing

Lead, Cadmium, Arsenic, and Mercury are tested using ICP-MS β€” one of the most sensitive detection methods. All results must be well below FSSAI and EU maximum limits before listing.

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QR-Linked Reports

Every product's lab certificate is stored digitally and linked to the product QR code. Scan any HaldiMart product and access the full NABL lab report within seconds β€” complete transparency, always.

Product Traceability
One Scan β€” Complete Transparency
Every HaldiMart product carries a unique QR code. Scanning it opens a complete, verifiable record of the product's journey from farm to pack.

πŸ“± Sample QR Scan Record β€” Lakadong Powder, Batch #MG-2024-L14

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Farmer
Shri Bah Lyngdoh Β· ICS ID #MG-2024-008 Β· W. Jaintia Hills
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Farm Location
Village Mukhlong Β· Survey 14/B Β· 2.1 acres Β· 1,420m altitude
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ICS Inspection
8 Oct 2024 Β· Zero non-conformities Β· Inspector: A. Marbaniang
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Certification
NPOP β€” Jaintia Hills Organic FPO Β· Cert. No. NPOP/2024/MG-112
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Lab Report
Curcumin 7.8% Β· Pesticides ND Β· NABL Lab, Shillong Β· Nov 2024
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FPO Processing
Jaintia Hills Organic FPO Β· Stone-ground Β· Cold packed Β· No additives
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Dispatch
Packed 18 Nov 2024 Β· Pan India delivery in 5–7 working days
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Why We Built QR Traceability

The Indian organic market suffers from a serious trust deficit. Greenwashing β€” products labelled "organic" with no documentation β€” is widespread. HaldiMart was built to solve this by making every certification claim publicly verifiable by any buyer, at any time, from their phone.

When you scan a HaldiMart QR code, you access:

  • Named farmer and their ICS registration ID
  • GPS location and survey number of the farm plot
  • Date, inspector, and result of the last ICS inspection
  • FPO name and NPOP/PGS certificate number
  • Full NABL lab report for that exact harvest batch
  • Processing details β€” grinding method, additives used (none)
  • Pack date, batch number, and dispatch timeline
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Geographical Indications
GI-Tagged Heritage Varieties
Two of our featured turmeric varieties carry Geographical Indication (GI) tags β€” official recognition of their unique origin, quality, and heritage.
GI Tag #572
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Lakadong Turmeric β€” Meghalaya

Grown exclusively in the Jaintia Hills of Meghalaya at altitudes above 1,200m. The GI tag recognises Lakadong's unique terroir and its world-record curcumin content (7–12%). Only turmeric grown and harvested in the defined Jaintia Hills geographic zone by registered Jaintia farmers can carry this designation. Our Jaintia Hills Organic FPO is a registered GI producer.

GI Tag #382
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Kandhamal Haladi β€” Odisha

Cultivated by tribal communities in the Kandhamal district of Odisha's Eastern Ghats. The GI tag recognises the unique laterite hill soil, traditional cultivation practices, and the heritage purity of this variety β€” grown without any external inputs for generations. Our Phulbani Tribal Organic FPO is a GI-registered producer group with over 410 enrolled tribal farmers.