Publications
The Fiji Kava Standard
27 Jul 2017
The Fiji Kava Standard establishes a level of quality that is applicable to all kava products used as food or food ingredient and/or other kava products intended for human consumption. Developed with the Fiji Kava Quality Manual, the Kava Standard sets a benchmark for farmers, processors and exporters involved in the production of quality kava. The standard also allows stakeholders to ensure a consistent production of quality kava products.
DownloadNational Quality Standard for Kava Exports, Vanuatu
30 Sep 2016
Kava is a significant export commodity in Vanuatu, generating an estimated VUV807 million (AUD 10 million) in annual export earnings, and providing income to over 30,000 households across many of the country’s islands. PHAMA’s assistance to the Vanuatu kava industry is aimed at improving quality assurance systems and standards to ensure that market access into Europe and other markets is maintained. This standard is part of PHAMA’s efforts at raising awareness of correct production, processing and storage at all levels of kava production.
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Kwaliti Standed Blong Kava Blong Ekspotem, Vanuatu
30 Sep 2016
PHAMA has developed the Vanuatu National Quality Standard for Kava Exports into a translated version for the benefit of Vanuatu's Bislama-speaking kava farmers and exporters. The standard is aimed at aimed at improving quality assurance systems and standards to ensure that market access into Europe and other markets is maintained. This standard is also part of PHAMA’s efforts at raising awareness of correct production, processing and storage at all levels of kava production.
DownloadGaed blong kwaliti blong kava
06 Nov 2013
Insaed long buk ia yu save faenem ol gaedlaen blong gudfala fasin blong prodiusem mo ekspotem kava long Vanuatu. Buk ia i tokbaot ol impoten wok we yumi mas mekem taem we yumi planem, prosesem mo handelem kava, blong yumi save gat wan gudfala prodak blong ekspotem. Insaed ia tu igat sam infomesen long saed...Read More
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Vanuatu Kava Quality Manual
06 Nov 2013
This manual contains guidelines for the production and export of kava from Vanuatu. It describes the important steps in production, processing and handling that are necessary for a good quality export product. Information is also included on the chemical properties of kava, the latest knowledge on how to identify different kava varieties and recommended standards...Read More
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